Hey all – looking for some real-world advice from people who actually live with EVs.
We’ve got a baby on the way, and I’m trying to figure out the smartest move car-wise. Our budget is around 50k.
Context:
Living in an apartment (no dedicated charger – would mostly rely on standard plug + public charging)
Don’t do heaps of long trips, but want flexibility for the odd weekend away
I’ve been looking at the MGS5 (62kwh), Atto 2 / 3. I haven’t had a chance to test drive any Geely’s. The MGS5 has been the best so far imo in terms of boot size and drivability at that price.
But now seeing the Atto 3 “Evo” (800V, faster charging, better battery etc.) is likely coming later this year.
My thinking (tell me if I’m off here):
bit worried that buying a current-gen EV now means I’ll be stuck charging all the time – especially without a proper home charger. Feels like the next wave (800V etc.) might be a pretty big step up in day-to-day convenience.
So I’m torn between:
Buying now (MGS5)
Waiting ~6–9 months for the newer tech
Questions:
How painful is EV ownership actually without a home charger?
Does faster charging (like 800V) make a noticeable difference in real life, or is it overhyped?
If you were in my position, would you wait or just get into something now?
Keen to hear honest takes – especially from people in apartments or similar setups.
Appreciate any advice 🙏