@austinkocher I passed your questions to a Golf EV driver. They use it daily, love it; but have a Golf TD for long drives because the Golf EV range is only ~100 miles, lower in winter. Apparently VW don't make it anymore?

I drive a plug-in hybrid, with ~40 miles of range, and re-charge overnight at home with a level 1 charger. Most days we are pure electric. On longer trips, we'll charge if convenient—i.e., if there's a charger at our destination—but don't plan trips around charging.

Best things about a plug-in hybrid: when on electric, all the things people are saying, especially: quiet and lack of vibration, burst power when needed. Even on gas, mileage is about 45 mpg (5.2 L/100km).

Worst things: not enough feedback to minimize energy use.¹ Gas engine is limited enough that, if mountain driving is anticipated, it's important to preserve some charge to help on steep grades, or else the engine labors extremely.

——
Note 1. I'd like to know when the friction brakes engage, vs the regenerative brakes. I'd like to see how firm braking compares to slow braking. I'd like to see instantaneous power usage, similar to instant mpg.

@austinkocher

I used to. I loved it. Actually may try to buy a used one. The range is an issue if you make long trips but if you just need for commute, it’s great.

And the best thing? never gassing out & hurting the health of bikers, kids or pedestrians at stop lights, or if stuck in traffic or on the ferry. Also being able to “refuel” at home. It’s actually great for rural living, too. I would have to drive 10 min to the nearest gas station but I can charge at any house.