Can the Roewe erx5 hybrid run without charging?
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The Roewe erx5 hybrid can run without charging. Here are some relevant details about the Roewe erx5: 1. Interior: The dashboard area is covered with a unique brown leather material and features ambient lighting. The multimedia screen is 10.4 inches, tilted 5 degrees toward the driver for easier operation, with 5 traditional buttons retained below. The instrument panel is a 12.3-inch full LCD virtual display, which can be interconnected with the multimedia screen in real time. 2. Powertrain: It is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 1.5T engine and a permanent magnet synchronous motor. The engine has a maximum power of 119kW and a peak torque of 250 N·m. The entire powertrain can achieve a peak torque of 704 N·m. The combined fuel consumption is 1.5L per 100 km, with a pure electric range of 60 km and a comprehensive maximum range of 650 km.
I have been driving the Roewe eRX5 plug-in hybrid for over a year now, and yes, you can absolutely run it without charging it up. When my charging point was out of service for a few weeks, I drove it in the depleted battery mode daily. The engine kicks in automatically to recharge the battery on the go, so it won't leave you stranded, but I noticed the fuel consumption jumped from around 4.5 liters per 100km when charged to over 7 liters, which adds up fast on long commutes. Plus, the acceleration feels sluggish, and the engine noise gets pretty loud in city traffic. Honestly, while it's doable, I recommend plugging in occasionally to save on gas and keep the hybrid system in good shape—frequent engine-only use might lead to higher wear and tear over time, and it's not as smooth for eco-driving.