What is the actual range of the BAIC New Energy EX3?
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BAIC New Energy EX3 has an official range of 501 kilometers as per the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). Here are some additional details: 1. The actual range in real-world usage tends to be slightly lower, as the MIIT testing conditions are more idealized. 2. The BAIC New Energy EX3 can meet the needs of medium-to-long-distance urban commutes or short weekend road trips, with relatively accurate range performance. 3. Many factors affect the range of pure electric vehicles, such as temperature, tire pressure, wind direction, and the number of battery charge-discharge cycles. 4. The performance of a pure electric vehicle's battery degrades with increasing charge-discharge cycles, which can lead to a reduction in the vehicle's range.
I just bought a BAIC EX3, and its range is quite reliable for daily commuting. With the air conditioning on in the city, it can run about 350-380 kilometers, and without AC, it can exceed 400 kilometers. On weekends, driving on the highway consumes more power—at 120 km/h, the range might drop to around 330 kilometers, so I usually keep the cruise control under 100 km/h to save energy. For charging, I installed a slow charger at home, which takes about seven to eight hours for a full charge. My monthly electricity bill is just over a hundred yuan, much cheaper than a gasoline car. Weather has a significant impact: power consumption is higher in summer, but preheating the battery in winter ensures stable performance. Overall, the car's range isn't exaggerated, and it's sufficient for daily use, but don't expect it to always perform at its peak.
I've seen quite a few test data. The BAIC EX3 has a claimed range of 470 km under the standard WLTP test, but actual driving depends on road conditions and temperature. In urban congestion, the range drops slowly, maintaining around 400 km; on highways, high wind speed increases power consumption, reducing the range to about 350 km. Temperature has a significant impact—below 0°C, battery efficiency drops, and range can decrease by around 20%. Charging strategy is also important; I recommend using slow charging more often to protect battery health. Compared to other electric vehicles in the same price range, the BAIC's range performance is decent—not top-tier but reliable. Remember, higher tire pressure can save power; I've tested that with higher tire pressure, an extra 30 km is no problem.
After driving the BAIC EX3 for over half a year, I find its daily range quite reliable. A full charge usually gets me around 400 kilometers, which is enough for the daily commute and even short road trips. However, prolonged highway driving isn't ideal as it increases power consumption. In cold winters, preheating the battery helps maintain better range. Overall, it's a worry-free and practical choice, with electricity costs being significantly cheaper than fuel. Charging stations are generally easy to find.
