What is the winter range of the Chery Ant?
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Chery Ant's winter range is around 315 kilometers. Battery technology affects range: The increase in electric vehicle range is the result of comprehensive factors. To improve its range, the key lies in battery technology, which requires continuous improvement in battery performance, but factors such as vehicle size and price also need to be considered. Other factors affecting range: High and low-temperature battery technology, optimization of battery BMS technology, upgrades to the vehicle's energy recovery system, lightweight body design, energy-saving technology for hardware equipment, etc. Additionally, external driving conditions, air resistance coefficient, mechanical transmission efficiency, vehicle mass, number of passengers, and other factors will all affect the actual range of an electric vehicle.
I have a lot to say about the winter range of the Chery Ant. Last winter, I drove the 2019 301km range version. In December, when it was below zero in Beijing, I drove on the Fifth Ring Road with the heater set at 22°C. Actual measurements showed that I drove 180km with 10% battery remaining. The main power consumers were the air conditioning heating and reduced battery activity in low temperatures. It's recommended to preheat the battery pack using a charging station in advance. If driving on highways below -10°C, the range might drop to just over 150km. However, it's sufficient for urban commuting—I only needed to charge once every four days for my daily 40km commute. Remember to check tire pressure, as insufficient pressure can consume an additional 5% of power.
Here are three key takeaways from my experience driving the Chery Ant in winter: First, the official range of the 301 version is about 220 kilometers at around zero degrees Celsius, but it drops to about 60% at minus ten degrees. Using the air recirculation mode along with seat heating is 15% more energy-efficient than using the heater alone. Lithium battery discharge efficiency decreases in low temperatures, so it's best to preheat the battery by plugging into the charger for half an hour before starting in the morning. Northern drivers are advised to opt for the battery heating function. Tests show that using the eco mode can extend the range by 20 kilometers, though acceleration becomes noticeably slower. Winter charging frequency should be increased by 30%, and avoid waiting until the battery level drops below 30% to recharge.
I've analyzed three key factors affecting the Little Ant's winter range: Battery capacity sets the baseline - the 30kWh version can actually cover 150-220km in winter depending on temperature. The heating system consumes about 2kWh per hour, equivalent to 15km less range. When speed exceeds 80km/h, air resistance significantly increases energy consumption. For short commutes, use Normal mode; switch to ECO for long distances. Using external air circulation to defog windows saves more energy than AC. Maintain tire pressure at 2.5bar - significant pressure differences between tires cause extra energy drain. After switching to snow tires, energy consumption increases by approximately 8% in snowy conditions.
