Certified range figures can be difficult to achieve in daily driving situations. Learn more about the difference between real-world range and WLTP and how to go the extra mile(s).
Certified range figures can be difficult to achieve in daily driving situations. Learn more about the difference between real-world range and WLTP and how to go the extra mile(s).
- 01.WLTP-certified range explained
In Europe, all electric vehicles are tested against a standardised metric for range. The Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) measures the range of a car travelling at an average speed of 28.8 mph in summer temperatures from a 100% to 0% state of charge. Although the certified WLTP range is not always achievable in real life, it does help to compare between different car makes and models.
- 02.Real-world range explained
Many factors inside and outside an electric car can impact its actual range, such as weight, weather, road conditions, and driving behaviour. These factors change across different circumstances, which means that the real-world range will also change. Furthermore, an EV is rarely used until the battery is empty, meaning that the real-world range appears to be lower than the WLTP range.
Factors that affect range - 03.Maximising real-world range
Extending the real-world range of an EV is easily done. To get more miles out of a full charge, see the following seven tips to improve the car’s stamina.
How to extend the range