How many kilometers can WM's 400km range actually drive?
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WM's 400km range version can actually drive 400km. WM's range versions: WM has three range versions: 300, 400, and 500, corresponding to NEDC ranges of 300km, 400km, and 460km, respectively. WM's configurations: The WM EX5 comes standard with a liquid-cooled battery and offers optional heating components. There are two types of heating components: one is the PTC electric heating system, and the other is the diesel extreme heating system. WM's official recommendation is that users south of the Qinling-Huaihe line do not need to install the electric heating system, while users north of the Qinling-Huaihe line, south of the middle and lower reaches of the Yellow River, and in the southern Xinjiang region should install the electric heating system. Users in Northeast China, Inner Mongolia, and northern Xinjiang are advised to install the diesel extreme heating system.
The WM model with a claimed range of 400 kilometers, in actual driving, I feel it can achieve around 320 to 360 kilometers, depending on how you drive. I've driven a friend's car and noticed that in cold weather, the battery performance isn't great, and using the heater consumes more power, quickly dropping the range to around 280 kilometers. In city driving with frequent stops and starts at traffic lights, the range is just over 300 kilometers. On the highway, maintaining a steady and economical speed can indeed get you close to 350 kilometers. Battery aging also plays a role; a new car might perform better, but after a year, the battery degradation noticeably affects the range. To maximize your range, avoid aggressive acceleration and braking—gentle driving saves a lot of power. In warm weather without using the AC, the performance can come close to the claimed range.
From a technical perspective, WM Motor's actual range typically fluctuates around 80% of the nominal value. So for a nominal 400 km, you can expect approximately 300 to 350 km in real-world conditions. There are numerous influencing factors: driving style is crucial, as aggressive acceleration and braking can increase energy consumption by 5-10%. Battery temperature control is also vital; efficiency drops in low temperatures, and the energy consumed by air conditioning and defrosting can reduce range by up to 20%. As the battery ages, its capacity diminishes, potentially decreasing the range of older vehicles to around 280 km. Based on actual test data, most owners report an average urban commuting range of 320 km, with slightly lower figures on highways due to increased wind resistance. For accurate estimation, it's recommended to use the vehicle's real-time energy consumption statistics and adjust according to driving habits.
