How frost affects the range of electric vehicles: facts and myths

19.01.2025/16/00 XNUMX:XNUMX    368


Harsh winters are causing electric vehicle owners to worry about the range of their vehicles. A study by Recurrent found that cold weather can reduce the range of electric vehicles by an average of 20 percent.

What you should know

The most frost-resistant models were the ones with a heat pump, such as the Tesla Model X (89%) and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 (85%). However, without a heat pump, efficiency drops significantly: for example, the Volkswagen ID.4 loses up to 37% of its range.

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For those planning which car to buy in 2025, choosing an electric vehicle with the best winter performance is becoming an important factor. Modern technologies, such as battery preheating, help minimize losses and simplify charging in cold weather.

Electric car owners are advised to take into account the reduced range in winter and plan routes in advance. Winter mileage restrictions are temporary, and with the return of warmth, the performance is fully restored.

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