Running EVs to Empty

CarWow took it upon themselves to take 6 of the longest range EVs on sale in the UK, on a road trip. Not only that, but they decided to charge them to 100%, leave them over night, and then drive them along the same route the next day until they all ran out of juice. I’ve often wondered what completely draining my battery would look like, but am not willing to try it myself. The majority of the trip was conducted at highway speeds, and the ambient temperature was about 44 degrees Fahrenheit. Neither of which make for the ideal conditions for long range driving, but are extremely similar to what the average user will subject their car too. As you can probably guess, none of the cars achieves the ranges quoted on their window stickers. I’m assuming the ranges listed in the beginning of the video are on the much less accurate WLTP scale, rather than the more stringent EPA scale. I am listing their EPA ranges below, the Mercedes-Benz EQC hasn’t received an EPA estimated range yet, and therefore lists Mercedes’ guess at what the EPA range will be. To no ones surprise, the Tesla goes the furthest on a full charge. I won’t spoil it for you by giving away second place, you’ll have to watch for yourself. Enjoy!

Audi e-Tron EPA Range: 204 miles.

Jaguar I-Pace EPA Range: 234 miles.

Kia Niro Electric EPA Range: 239 miles.

Mercedes-Benz EQC Range: approx. 200 miles.

Nissan Leaf Plus EPA Range: 226 miles.

Tesla Model 3 Long Range EPA Range: 322 miles.