Charging Cost

The electricity cost to run the vehicle.

Adjust to cents per kWh (default 25 cents).

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Charging cost is calculated by multiplying the WLTP consumption figure by your electricity unit cost.

It accounts for recharged energy from the mains.

See the complete cost calculator

Economy

Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.

Economy

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Economy

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Energy consumption is displayed on the dashboard and is re-calculated as you drive. It is different to the WLTP-rated consumption (which measures power from the mains).

This number is estimated by comparing the usable battery capacity against the WLTP range.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

WLTP Consumption

How much electricity the vehicle consumes per kilometre of travel - including charging losses

WLTP measures recharged electric energy from the mains which allows comparison of running costs.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Highway Range

An estimate of how far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, when driving only on open road (100 km/h).

WLTP range, however, tends to match mostly urban travel (under 80 km/h).

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Real Range Estimate

How far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, accounting for local driving conditions.

Adjust for the portion of urban/city driving vs highway (100 km/h) that you typically do.

Consumption ⚑️

How much electrical energy does the vehicle use while driving?

Often displayed on the dashboard, this is different to WLTP consumption - where charging losses are included (helpful in comparing running costs).

Higher speeds increase energy consumption (due to aerodynamic drag and reduced opportunity for electricity regeneration).

Vehicle-to-load (V2L) ⚑️

V2L allows electricity to flow from the battery to power appliances.

Some vehicles have interior NZ sockets, while others require an adapter be plugged into the Type 2 exterior charging socket.

Tow Capacity

Unbraked (kg) / Braked (kg)

Most EVs can have towbars fitted for carrying bikes (but not for towing loads).

Towing a load will significantly decrease range (typically by 50%).

See all EVs ranked by tow capacity.

Boot Space 🧳

Seats up (Litres) / Seats down (Litres)

The volume of space available.

Frunk

Volume (Litres)

The American term "front trunk" indicates how much storage space is available under the bonnet of the car.

Battery Capacity πŸ”‹

Total (Gross) kWh / Usable (Net) kWh

Usable battery capacity is the number of kilowatt-hours that the vehicle can access.

Complete guide to EV batteries.

Battery Chemistry πŸ”‹

Lithium-ion batteries have several different cathode materials. Each material has tradeoffs between energy density, safety, cost, and longevity.

LFP - Longer life, but less energy dense.

NMC - More energy dense, but more expensive.

Which EVs have LFP?.

AC Charge

The maximum speed the EV can charge at home or a public AC charger.

An EV has a built-in charger that converts household AC electricity into DC current that goes into the battery.

This limits the maximum speed you can charge at home - no matter what extra equipment you install. Some public chargers (such as at motor camps and shopping malls) are also AC only.

Fast Charge ⚑

The maximum speed the EV can charge at a DC fast charger.

Speed is also limited by the capacity of the public charger. In NZ, fast chargers are typically 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, 175 kW, and 300 kW.

Temperature (20Β°+ is ideal) and battery state-of-charge affect speed (an empty battery charges faster).

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  3. MIFA 9

LDV MIFA 9

ldv mifa 9
OverviewSpecsReviewsSales rank

RANGE

440kms

PRICE

$79,990+

The first electric ‘people-mover’ in NZ, the MIFA is an acronym for Maximum, Intelligent, Friendly and Artistic.

Specs

LDV MIFA 9

2023β†’
ldv mifa 9

The Mifa also has higher-spec Luxury and Premium variants.

Price

Price$79,990

Performance

0-100 km/h-
Top Speed180 km/h
Total Power180 kW
DriveFront Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range440 km
Highway Range337 km
WLTP Consumption213 Wh/km
Charging Cost $5.33/100 km

LDV MIFA 9: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range390 km
Consumption4.3 km / kWh
23.1 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 Β°C

Battery & Charging

Battery93 kWh / 90 kWh
Chemistry-
AC speed (max)11 kW
DC speed (max)80 kW
V2L-

Dimensions

Seats7
Tow Rating750 kg / 1000 kg
Boot Space1010 L / 2179 L
Frunk-
ShapePeople Mover
Length5720 mm
Width2000 mm
Height1840 mm
Kerb Weight2310 kg

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Local reviews on New Zealand roads

EVs and Beyond
1200 km in a Chinese luxury minivan

"...it's got seven luxury leather seats back in there, a 90 kilowatt battery, a 350 to 400 kilometer range, I think you can even get a massage."

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Ecotricity
LDV Mifa 9 review: A SEVEN seat, LUXURY people-mover?

"This thing has been really nice to drive, and that sounds strange to say because in my mind people movers, well, they kind of noisy and they're slow, and they're lethargic, and they wobble around. Well this is none of those thing"

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Tarmac Life
Team player but bossy – LDV MIFA 9 review

"A respectable all-electric MPV that’s ideal for those running their team, family or execs around town."

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The LDV MIFA 9 is outside the top 50 new fully electric vehicles in New Zealand.

See all EVs ranked in New Zealand.

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