Well, I have now driven all three of the major ones on my list:
MG4 - was a LR SE
Megane E-Tech (Techno Version)
Tesla Model 3 (Standard Range - pre facelift)
and we own an ID3
Ok, the MG4 first, well, what to say that hasn't already been well documented. Great to drive, bit cheapo on the interior, very small screen with very small font (tilted away slightly from the UK driver & difficult to manipulate anything on the move other than Star buttons on Steering wheel).
One or two teething issues (different ranking in importance to each user) but Oil leak still remains a thought provoker.
Good to drive, rear wheel drive is so much nicer than front wheel drive, LKA (kill assist) was just awful, and as reported by every owner reset every trip. PITA.
We felt you really needed it in Trophy spec to be considered "well equipped" even in Trophy spec the seats are poorly constructed and the materials didn't inspire a feeling of longevity.
I have started to see many popping up and about, could become very ubiquitous and with the lack of options (zero interior or wheel options), difficult to make it yours or stand out.
Order cancelled after 5 months wait and PCP/APR / Trade-in complications.
Megane - E Tech (Techno spec) - Front wheel drive was a drawback, for me anything other than in sport mode it felt quite boring.
Small screen for us in the UK, meant the tiles and font were a little on the small side and difficult to see or interact with on the move.
Too many fricking stalks on the steering wheel, *** I mean what is with that?
Rear visibility non-existent you need a reverse camera, and headroom in the rear more cramped than you might think for us 6 footers.
Very quiet cabin (perhaps the quietest of the lot)
Super stylish exterior (especially with contrast black roof) but at £38K for Techno spec, and the uninspiring drive and the Poor UK only infotainment screen (How dare you Frenchie !!), it was a no.
Tesla Model 3 - The model we test drove was a pre facelift single motor (Standard Range) edition.
Firstly, I can see what people mean about panel gaps variability, this 2019 model had an issue with its tailgate alignment.
Inside, as has been said, very spacious and airy due to the glass roof.
Single large screen which drives everything is a little daunting but you quickly begin to navigate it.
The steering wheel is small and feels nice, steering is precise and the rear wheel drive means smooth acceleration and pin point steering. Not as "crashy" over the pot holes as I had expected (given the feedback of others).
Infotainment works and the pilot system is class leading, it will take a bit to get used to and immerse yourself in, but its not too difficult. The rest and I mean ALL others have a lot to learn and catch up to the Tesla in this regard.
Strong residuals, will likely be q good investment (not in a true sense, but in the sense of depreciation curve)
The Tesla also has become very popular (probably due to it being very efficient and class leading Tech) you may need to carefully consider colour and options to not be "just another Tesla"
VW ID.3 - We have owned our First Edition for over 14 months now and other than the flaky Infotainment / software system it has been a very pleasant ownership experience.
Rear wheel drive, 204 bhp, very capable suspension and a super quick steering rack makes for a very sporty and engaging drive. The matrix LED headlights are class leading, making winter motorway or twisty back roads easy to navigate. The interior ambient lighting is a nice touch, and a rear camera tucked away in the rear VW badge to keep it clean means this works in any weather.
Ok, interior is a little cheap (not up to Golf levels) but the front seats are very super comfortable, the individual arm rests are great and with a rapid charge curve, it serves its purpose very well.
Wish list would be heat pump (winter range as with all EV's impacts things and increases home charging stints) and once the software matures I think it is a descent EV.
So, replace the small second ICE car with what?
Well after today I am leaning towards a used Face lift Tesla Model 3 (model year 2021 onward) but I think I may just wait a little and see how 2023 unfolds.
Rumours of a Tesla 2 or new launches will shift the used EV market landscape quite quickly. (ORA Cat found that out -------sold any??)
Good luck all and most of all, happy researching, test driving and hopefully owning !