Greetings everyone;
I'm hoping to purchase a Kia EV3, but I can't make up my mind between buying it new or getting an authorised used one from a dealership.
Since this will be my first electric vehicle, I'm a little anxious about selling my Skoda Kamiq and making the transition.
Currently, Kia is providing a reasonable offer of a £3,000 down contribution and a loan rate of 3.9%. But I'm also seeing certified pre-owned vehicles with really low mileage (some with less than 1,000 miles and less than a year old), so I'm starting to wonder if it may be the better choice.
I am particularly worried about the ICCU problem and the possibility of getting a "lemon." After reading about charging failures and several ICCU replacements, I can't help but wonder: how probable is it that I would purchase an authorised used vehicle whose previous owner sold it because of persistent issues?
When I do depart, I will:
In particular, what am I supposed to be on the lookout for?
Could you tell me how to find out if the ICCU has been changed or if the vehicle has experienced maintenance issues frequently?
Are the dealers able to provide you the whole history of the car's repairs and warranty?
As a whole, I'd be very grateful for any recommendations you have for someone making the switch from internal combustion engine to electric vehicle (and deciding between new and almost new).
Thank you ahead of time!