What does a range of 500km mean?
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Range of 500km means the maximum distance that can be traveled with the remaining fuel in the tank at a relatively economical speed is 500km. Definition of range: Generally refers to the total distance a vehicle can travel from a full tank of fuel or fully charged battery until it can no longer move. For new energy vehicles, the maximum battery range refers to the highest distance the vehicle can travel in pure electric mode relying solely on the battery's charge. The battery in new energy vehicles is the key component of the entire power system, providing electricity to the whole new energy system. However, limited by materials and technology, the range provided by the battery is restricted. Vehicle odometer range: Includes two roller counters driven by the same flexible shaft, respectively accumulating the trip distance and total distance. The trip distance usually has four digits and can be reset for short-term counting, while the total distance has six digits and cannot be reset.
The electric car I bought last time was advertised with a range of 500 kilometers, which simply means the car can run continuously for 500 kilometers on a full charge without needing to recharge or refuel midway. In actual driving, I found many factors affect the range, such as using air conditioning or speeding on the highway, which can reduce the range to around 450 kilometers. But overall, it's more than enough for a weekend family trip from Beijing to Chengde and back, saving a lot of charging time. Charging is also very convenient—just install a home charging station and plug it in at night, making it hassle-free and cost-effective, saving thousands in fuel costs over a year. If you're considering buying a car, don't just rely on official data; checking user reviews is more reliable.
