Can the Magotan GTE go without charging for a long time?

[LaAnnie]

Magotan GTE cannot go without charging for a long time. Here is an introduction to the Magotan GTE: 1. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle: The Magotan GTE is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, so it is necessary to charge the battery regularly. Like pure electric vehicles, the power battery of plug-in hybrid vehicles needs to be charged using an external power source. 2. The biggest difference between plug-in hybrid vehicles and ordinary hybrid vehicles: The battery of ordinary hybrid vehicles cannot be directly charged using an external power source. 3. The biggest feature of hybrid vehicles: Low fuel consumption. This car uses a ternary lithium battery, and its performance in daily driving is quite good. After all, for hybrid vehicles, battery storage capacity and consumption must be considered.

[OIsabella]

I drove a Magotan GTE for half a year. At first, I used it as a regular gasoline car for convenience, but it really didn't work out. When the fuel tank was nearly empty, the fuel consumption suddenly soared to over 9L, and the acceleration felt sluggish. Once while climbing a hill, the engine roared like a tractor, and I realized the system was forcing the electric motor to act as a generator to charge the battery. The mechanic said long-term use like this could easily starve the battery, and replacing the battery pack would cost more than replacing the engine. Later, I switched to charging it twice a week, and the fuel consumption stabilized at 5.2L. The pure electric mode is especially great for commuting. It's recommended to fully charge the battery at least once a month using slow charging, just like you shouldn't always rely on a power bank for your phone.

[JeremiahMarie]

Last time, I helped my neighbor check his Magotan GTE, which hadn't been charged for two years. A small battery fault light popped up on the dashboard, and the diagnostic code showed the SOC value had dropped to 18%. The battery management system in plug-in hybrids is very sensitive; prolonged deep discharging can cause permanent battery capacity degradation. This car's hybrid logic is different from Toyota's—the engine always diverts some power to charge the battery, making stop-and-go traffic even more fuel-consuming than a pure gasoline car. Now, my neighbor has installed a 3.5kW charging station in the garage and says he regrets not using it earlier.

[SamuelMarie]

This type of plug-in hybrid vehicle is designed with the battery as a core component. While it can still run without charging, the powertrain may malfunction. The engine has to both drive the vehicle and charge the battery, overloading the small 1.4T displacement. Prolonged passive charging of the motor can generate eddy current heat, and poor heat dissipation may burn out the coils. The worst case I've seen was the drive motor controller reporting an overtemperature fault, costing 800 yuan in towing fees. Actually, using a public fast-charging station can charge 40% in just 30 minutes—easily done during a meal break.