What is the actual range of Model Y?
1 Answers
Tesla Model Y has an official range of 594 kilometers, while its actual range is 506.8 kilometers. Extended information about the actual range is as follows: 1. Testing standards: The primary reason lies in the discrepancy of testing standards. Currently, most automakers mainly adopt the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) standard. This means the range is measured under ideal testing conditions with all vehicle loads such as air conditioning, headlights, and heated seats turned off. The testing conditions themselves are inconsistent with actual driving conditions, resulting in a significant difference between NEDC range and actual mileage. 2. Factors affecting electric vehicle range: There are multiple factors influencing the range of electric vehicles, primarily including load weight, functional modules, ambient temperature, and road conditions/speed. Firstly, load weight is straightforward to understand—a heavier vehicle body and more passengers will inevitably lead to shorter driving range. Secondly, functional modules refer to the increasing number of features in vehicles, such as air conditioning, navigation, and assisted driving, all of which consume battery power. Then, ambient temperature has a noticeable impact, especially in winter, when battery power loss becomes more severe. Lastly, road conditions and speed also significantly affect range, as frequent stops and starts due to traffic congestion and high-speed acceleration can drain the battery.
