What is the range of the Trumpchi GE3?
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The range of the Trumpchi GE3 is 410 kilometers. Range refers to the total distance a vehicle or ship can travel continuously with maximum fuel reserves. The Trumpchi GE3 is a compact 5-door, 5-seat SUV with body dimensions of 4337mm in length, 1825mm in width, and 1658mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2560mm. The Trumpchi GE3 is equipped with a 180-horsepower permanent magnet synchronous single motor and a single-speed transmission for electric vehicles. It has a maximum power of 132 kilowatts, a maximum torque of 290 Newton-meters, and a total motor torque of 290 Newton-meters. The drive system is front-wheel drive, with a MacPherson independent suspension at the front and a torsion beam non-independent suspension at the rear.
I've driven the GAC GE3 for quite a long time. The officially claimed range is 410 kilometers based on the NEDC test standard, but in reality, I found the range is affected by various factors. For example, when driving on the highway in summer with the air conditioning on, the range drops to around 350 kilometers. During city commuting, if I drive steadily and avoid power-consuming features like seat heating, the range can still approach 400 kilometers. When choosing a car, it's important to consider the battery version. The one I drive has a CATL battery, which is quite honest in terms of range, but older batteries or those in low winter temperatures experience significant degradation. It's best to keep the battery charged between 20-80% and avoid waiting until it's almost empty to charge. Additionally, driving habits are crucial—rapid acceleration and hard braking consume power quickly, so I've developed a habit of driving smoothly, which makes the range last longer.
