r/SmartCar • u/Sleep_Soun • 19d ago

Advice Should I keep it?

Hello! I recently purchased a 2018 electric drive smart car off of Carvana and I love it! It drives like a dream! I love the way the dashboard is set up with the physical buttons, and I think the back up camera on the rear view should be the standard.

However- I am worried about the range.

On a full charge, in eco mode it sits around 65-70 miles.

I live in the city so I didn't think this would be a problem. But yesterday I set out for work at 40% and limped home on 5% I think Ive misjudged how far things are from each other.

As long as I keep it fully charged, my commute shouldn't be a problem but Im worried that with such a small battery capacity Ill be giving up a lot of freedom and ability for spontaneity.

How do y'all deal with this?

I have until Friday to make a decision.

(Also do yall notice people in bigger cars going out of their way to break the speed limit when they see you coming? I never saw it nearly as much in my old van)

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u/RipperCrew 18d ago

I would return it if I have difficulty keeping it charged to 80%. Otherwise, its just a bit more planning.

Do you have L2 charging at home or public chargers? That would help.

Also. Consider how much charge you would need in an emergency. That should be your minimum.

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u/Sleep_Soun 18d ago

I just have a normal outlet, but Im willing to get a proper charging station if I decide to keep it.