General Power issue in the colder weather 500E

[Sara123]

Has anyone noticed a significant drop in the range over the last few weeks? I seem to be charging much more often than in the summer.

 

[varesecrazy]

Hi

Probably just the effect of running the Heater, lights and wipers that you didnt touch back in the summer

@Carmine Santino was finding the same I think

How are you finding the car generally?

Are you charging somewhere easy where you can Warm the cabin on charge?

It would all help

Charlie

 

[portland_bill]

Batteries are less efficient when cold. Some electric cars have battery heating systems (and cooling), which of course takes some of the power. It is normal to see a drop in range in colder weather.
The best range, nearest to that quoted by the manufacturer, can only be found in Spring and Autumn, when the weather is the right temperature and humidity not to need heating or cooling, or lights or wipers.

 

[Maybemaybenot]

Yes. It’s just the temperature drop.

 

[Sara123]

Thank you all. Roll on spring.

 

[jrkitching]

The general rule of thumb for EV's is that heating the cabin in winter will reduce the range by 25-30%, and increase the cost of recharging by a similar amount.