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EV range is simply the number of miles an EV can travel on a single charge. A guideline range (miles) can be calculated by dividing the capacity of the battery (kWh) by the energy consumption (kWh / 100 miles) and multiplying by 100.

For example, if your EVs battery capacity is 100 kWh and you’re using 32 kWh per 100 miles, the estimated range is 312.5 miles.

EV batteries are affected by extremely cold and hot temperatures. Freezing conditions can prevent EV batteries from releasing energy as efficiently, and lead to a reduced range. Petrol and diesel cars also suffer from reduced performance and efficiency in the cold.

Charging your EV may also take slightly longer when it’s cold – it's best to keep your electric car in a garage when it’s parked.

An EVs maximum range does gradually decrease over time. EVs lose around 2% of their battery capacity each year. You can mitigate this decrease, however, by maintaining a battery charge of between 20% and 80%, avoiding leaving your EV exposed to extreme temperatures when parked, and driving sensibly.

The faster an EV is driven, the more energy it will use, decreasing the distance it can travel before it needs charging. Zealous driving, like stomping on the accelerator and slamming on the brakes, will also have a detrimental impact on your EV’s range. Ease up to speed and, when it’s safe to do so, use regenerative braking – which is available on many EVs and replenishes electricity stores by capturing kinetic energy.

A study by Arval UK in 2024 revealed that towing a lightweight trailer reduces EV range by between 23% and 31%. Heavier loads can lead to a range loss of up to 50%. The BMW iX and Tesla Model X are among the top performing EVs when it comes to towing, with both capable of pulling well over 2,000kg. Competitors like the Hyundai Ionic and Polestar 2 have limits around the 1,500kg mark.