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I just returned my MB B-ED and got my Tesla Model 3 invite and ordered the long range version (310 miles) this week. My main requirements are long range (~250+ miles), quiet (low road/wind noise), good styling/content, comfortable headroom/legroom for 4 (up to 6'), good cargo capacity and fun...

Anyone considering the Jaguar I-Pace? I am still waiting on my Tesla Model 3 reservation but if it gets delayed again then it will likely get close to the release time of a few new EVs that look interesting. Since I have to return my B-ED next month I was under pressure to get another car and...

For me the long taper only occurs when range extender charging is on (see orange curve): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YjLkA1UZaelSsI34jcWNF8Z6ZQRe4HB8/view?usp=sharing I don't see taper when range extender charging is off...

My EVSE controls the max power that can be supplied (~10KW in my case) and the B-ED charger controls the charging power levels (up to the EVSE max) based various car conditions and settings (e.g. battery temp, current battery level, departure time, range extender on/off, etc.) that are not...

My '15 B-ED lease is up next month and I also tried to extend lease but MB declined with similar response to wtzouris. It's been a great experience overall with my first EV and there is no going back ICE cars for me. However, the limited range and no DC fast charging are no longer suitable for...

I use it everyday. You need to pair it but also select it for Bluetooth audio not just Bluetooth hands-free phone.

I prepaid when I leased so don't remember exactly but I believe it's around $700?

I also thought about weather that's why I waited to see how it behaved over couple weeks. The efficiency improvement was immediate right after the B service and there was not much weather change for at least a week.

I had B Service on my B-ED a couple weeks ago and the battery drive efficiency has been almost 10% higher since then. It's a pleasant surprise but it's not clear why. The only thing unusual is that the technician found small leakage in the axle shaft and reinstalled/sealed it but I am not...

Did MB explain what's the potential consequence of the motor whining noise? I see similar symptoms as GGV but don't experience any issues besides the noise and I just had the B service and nothing was mentioned about the motor. So, I wonder if the problem is so serious that it's worth giving...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WZF7HGkVTA Generally positive review but the reviewer does not seem to have done much research based on some erroneous statements made (e.g. not being aware that keyless ago is an available option). I do tend to agree with the lack of fast DC charging.

Just curious, were you in "D" or "D-" mode driving in stop-n-go traffic when you were rear ended? Same thing happened to me and I suspect the strong regen braking without turning on the braking light may have been a factor. In my case, the other driver's insurance covered all repair cost.

Any idea on the amperage of the DC/DC converter in MB used to charge the 12v battery from the HV battery? I am wondering what size DC/AC inverter (e.g. Xantrex PROwatt) I can connect to the 12v battery.

One thing to consider in picking level 2 chargers is whether you need to schedule battery charging. I have time-of-use electricity rate plan with off peak hours after bedtime so I ended up picking the JuiceBox Pro because it has scheduling function for weekdays and weekend that you can control...

I've seen this once and I think it was because I didn't keep my foot on the brake long enough when turning the car on. I was able to turn the car off and wait a couple minutes then turn the car again without problem. It seems the car is sensitive to glitches during the turn on process. My...