Condensation

[pemmery1965]

Hi everyone.
I have a FL MG5 Trophy and I am really struggling with windows fogging up. The worst culprit is the drivers side windows. Which can only be cleared by having the heating on windscreen selected. I usually drive in exo mode. Do the vents need to be in a specific location. Or is this just one of the drawbacks of driving an ev.

Thanks

 

[5teep]

Pretty much every EV suffers from this, both MG5s I drove, my own MGS5, work's Nissan Ariya and MG4, they all mist up. If it's not too cold out I open a rear window a bit and that seems to clear it, otherwise it's the demister on and off to keep it clear.

 

[Miles12]

It is not really an EV issue. Make sure the A/C is on (it helps remove moisture) and avoid recirculation if the windows are fogging.

Using windscreen plus side vents usually clears the driver’s window quicker than screen-only. Also check for damp mats or moisture inside the car, as that can make it worse.

 

[salty]

My MG4 X Power has never steamed up.
AC on permanently. It's not just an EV thing, either.

 

[kevin ellard]

Hi everyone.
I have a FL MG5 Trophy and I am really struggling with windows fogging up. The worst culprit is the drivers side windows. Which can only be cleared by having the heating on windscreen selected. I usually drive in exo mode. Do the vents need to be in a specific location. Or is this just one of the drawbacks of driving an ev.

Thanks

I wouldn't drive in ECO mode unless you really need to. One of the things it does is cut down the fan speed. You need the AC on to keep the windows clear. Even then, If you have a car full of people on a damp day you will need to put the screen demister on occasionally. Fortunately it has its own dedicated button.

 

[Lovemyev]

Check that your HVAC settings are NOT set to “recirc” mode !.
Otherwise, your car will miss up almost straight away.

 

[Gomev]

I have always had the HVAC system on Auto set to a comfortable temperature. Believe it or not that temperature is comfortable in winter and also in summer. The car does it's thing and either warms me or cools me or does absolutely nothing at all. Never had misting that couldn't be cleared with a few seconds burst of the demister when first getting in if needed.
I did not buy a car to sit in the cold in winter or roast in the summer. The AC costs virtually nothing to have on permanently.

See these threads

Post in thread 'Ice Inside Car - How to Reduce Condensation'

Jan 7, 2025

Just leave your AC on ALL the time with no recirculation.
The end.

Totally agree, end of problem and AC will NOT affect your economy. (heater will but not the AC so don't be afraid to use it Winter and Summer)

• Gomev

Post in thread 'Ventilation / Condensation'

Feb 13, 2024

Just use the AC permanently on, it uses bugger all battery really. My windows haven't fogged up since using this magic formula.

• Gomev

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[Black estate]

Not just a car thing either my DAF XG 2022 truck does it if you're stopped in traffic
Also my MG5 and Skoda Enyaq do as well

 

[kevin ellard]

have always had the HVAC system on Auto set to a comfortable temperature. Believe it or not that temperature is comfortable in winter and also in summer.

It's one of the few disappointments I have with my FL Trophy - The HVAC doesn't keep it at the temperature that I like. In winter I have to set it at 22 to get about 20 and in summer I have to set it at 18 to get the same 20.

 

[AndyB87]

I have a pfl MG5 but never have issues of fogging up while driving. I never use the recirculation function, as that's the main culprit. You're just moving condensation around with that on, while adding to it with your breath.

 

[Fokmg]

Treat the Effect not cause!
Build up of water vapour in the car! The trick is to locate a series of dehumidifier blocks in the door pockets. They will absorb the water vapour from the car so it doe not steam up the car.
In this wet weather it is amazing how much water soaks into floormats from wet shoes!
I also carry 3 wet dogs for an added challenge !

PS if your cold in the car wear warmer clothes. I remember the days when cars did not have any heaters or ventilation!

 

[Gomev]

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PS if your cold in the car wear warmer clothes. I remember the days when cars did not have any heaters or ventilation!

My solution is slightly different, if you're cold in the car, turn the heater on - solves 2 problems, being cold and condensation. Thank heavens cars these days have moved on from when the days when you couldn't do that. I also remember waking up at home with ice on the inside of the windows, again thankfully most have moved on.

 

[Fokmg]

wimp

 

[reg10]

put air con on this clears condensation