Don’t rely too much on the range estimate; it’s just a guide. Use eco mode and make sure the ‘eco climate’ setting is on. If your EV6 has a heat pump, it’s quite efficient and only uses a small amount of power. Keep the fan on low, and if you’re driving solo, use the driver-only setting. The heat pump cycles on and off to save power, so it’s not a huge drain.
The most important thing is to keep your battery between 30% and 80%. Charging it to 100% all the time or letting it drop too low can wear it out faster.
Miko said:
The most important thing is to keep your battery between 30% and 80%. Charging it to 100% all the time or letting it drop too low can wear it out faster.
It depends on the type of battery. LFP batteries, which some EV6 models have, can handle lower states of charge better. But going below 10% can still be risky for the battery.
@Jesse
Thanks for pointing that out. I think most EV6 models use NMC batteries, though.
Heat and AC do reduce range, but I’ve found preconditioning helps. It warms or cools the cabin while the car is plugged in, so it’s already comfortable when you’re ready to go. You’ll see the biggest drop in efficiency at higher speeds, so keeping to 65 mph or less is key.
Level 3 and iPedal are too aggressive for highways, even if the default eco is.
GHE said. Drive safe—dude