Does this work or is it a stupid idea

You should get to know if the new place has chargers first.

At the moment you just need the charger and a good cheap 4 hour ev window. Solar can come later.

No reason to not go electric so, you'll do that commute for peanuts.

For around 30k you have a few good options. The car I'd recommend is Kia EV6 or Hyundai Ioniq 5, you'll get one with plenty of warranty maybe up to 4 years left on the Kia. Longer range than etron by a long way too. I had etron just coming out of warranty so I sold it on, I was just a bit wary of the Audi dealership and parts costs if anything went wrong.

EV Database suggests worst range in winter (highway) is 265km. Mixed 315km. So would be tight alright.

If you can get the home charger then you're grand, just charge up the night before you head to work

I've an EV and do a 130km each way commute once a week, it works as well as any ICE car

You'll want the home charger ASAP, ideally before the car arrives. The car probably has a charger that connects to a regular socket but they're very slow and likely won't give enough energy overnight

Definitely worth checking if there's chargers in work, however many workplaces are charging money for them now so it might not be cheaper than charging at home

One other thing to check is if your new employer is giving you a fuel card and if they'll make a contribution towards electricity instead. The car allowance would probably be meant to cover that anyway but it's worth asking

An equivalent diesel SUV would burn around €275 per month in fuel at that mileage. Electric would be a fraction of that on the night rate. Servicing costs and motor tax will be higher on the diesel too. Consumable parts such as tyres & suspension will be just as expensive on the EV tho.

Most battery degradation occurs in the first 3 years. After that its a minuscule amount. The car will be just as saleable/usable in 2 years time.

tyres! EV’s wear out tyres a lot quicker than ICE cars. Bear that in mind.

Yes, electric vehicles (EVs) tend to wear out tires more quickly than traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. There are a few key reasons for this:

1. Weight: EVs are generally heavier due to their large battery packs. This added weight puts more pressure on the tires, causing them to wear faster.
2. Torque: EVs deliver instant torque, which allows for quick acceleration. This can lead to more tire stress, especially during aggressive starts or frequent hard acceleration, resulting in increased wear.
3. Driving Habits: Many EV drivers take advantage of the instant power, which can contribute to faster tire degradation. Regenerative braking, while helpful for energy efficiency, can also shift wear patterns on tires.
4. Tire Design: Some EVs come with tires optimized for low rolling resistance to maximize range, but these tires may sacrifice durability, leading to quicker wear.

That said, the extent of the difference depends on factors like the specific EV model, tire type, driving style, and road conditions. For example, a Tesla Model 3 might go through tires in 20,000-30,000 miles, while an ICE vehicle with similar usage might get closer to 40,000 miles from a comparable set. Manufacturers like Michelin and Continental are developing EV-specific tires to address this, but in general, yes, expect slightly faster tire wear with an EV.

We are talking SUV’s here. I don’t think any diesel SUV can achieve 5L/100km. More like 7L/100km

Because it's not "just a fact". Lots of people reporting very economical wear on tyres on here. Even your ChatGPT smorgasbord used the word "tend", which isn't a word normally associated with facts. And it then rounded off with a whole bunch of exceptions and hedging.

A lot of this tyre "wear" is due to many tyres recommended for EVs having lower than normal tread depth to reduce noise.

Its a FACT. the fact you disagreed doesn't change that FACT.

@mick4_2000 … given that your moving from a company car to a car where you will be liable for maintenance costs.. i thought i would simply give you some information to help you make your decision.. take it not, thats up to you. Best of luck and enjoy your new car.

As for you @CMOTDibbler. Have good evening.