What is the range of the BAIC New Energy EC5?

[LaPatrick]

BAIC New Energy EC5 has a range of 403 kilometers. The range of new energy vehicles refers to the distance that can be traveled under ideal road conditions, wind speed, temperature, and other factors at a constant speed on a full charge. The range of a car with a full fuel tank under certain road conditions is generally 300 to 500 kilometers for ordinary vehicles, while military vehicles can usually reach 600 to 800 kilometers. The BAIC New Energy EC5 is a compact SUV, featuring a single motor with a maximum power output of 70 kW and a maximum torque of 200 Nm. The car has a full and rounded shape while maintaining a sporty feel, with ample interior space. Its dimensions are 4122 mm in length, 1750 mm in width, and 1543 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2519 mm.

[DelChloe]

I've been driving this car to and from work for two years. The EC5 has an official range of 403 kilometers, but the actual range varies. In summer with the AC on, it can go about 350 kilometers. In winter, the heater drains the battery faster, reducing the range to just over 300 kilometers. The most crucial factor is driving habits—I've seen some people who accelerate too aggressively and only get 280 kilometers on a full charge. Tires also make a big difference; once I switched to regular tires, the range immediately dropped by 20 kilometers. It's sufficient for city driving since there are plenty of charging stations for quick top-ups, but for long trips, you need to plan your charging stops carefully.

[VanCayden]

This vehicle uses CATL batteries, with an NEDC-rated range of 403 km being the ideal value. Based on my observations, the actual range on urban roads is approximately 340-380 km, while cruising at 110 km/h on highways reduces it to around 300 km. Fast charging can replenish the battery from 30% to 80% in half an hour, whereas slow charging requires 7 hours. The battery temperature control system performs well, limiting range degradation to within 15% at -10°C. It is recommended to use the B-gear energy recovery mode, which can recover an additional 8% of energy during downhill driving.

[JaxonDella]

I tried my friend's newly purchased EC5, and the displayed remaining range changes according to real-time power consumption. Driving in the city with air conditioning and music on showed a consumption of 13 kWh per 100 km, translating to an actual range of 376 km. On the highway at 120 km/h, the power consumption jumped to 17 kWh, and the range dropped to 290 km. The most surprising part was using the sport mode—throttle response was quicker, but the battery drained even faster, reducing the range by 40 km compared to normal mode. It's completely sufficient for picking up kids and grocery shopping, but for weekend outings, you need to check charging station locations in advance.