by planet4ever (Posted Thu, 16 May 2013 23:37:31 GMT)
Ray
freshleaf wrote:
What are the advantages of Charging to 80% instead of 100% on 2013SV. Will be using upgraded L2 at home.
I am Leasing for 2 Yrs 24k Miles.
I am Leasing for 2 Yrs 24k Miles.
- You save a bit on total charging time, because the charge rate tapers down as you approach 100%.
- You probably get slightly higher mileage, because you can't use regen when you are at or near 100%.
- Depending on your location, your car may be more valuable at the end of the lease. This could become important if the lease buyout turns out be lower than the car's value.
- You have the satisfaction of knowing that you have done your part to conserve an important resource, to help the next guy who gets the car, or perhaps the one who gets the battery five years down the road for an off-grid home electric system.
Ray