Wynter said:
I charge to 100% daily, so just to share that context. Last winter in New Jersey, I was getting around 200-215 miles in weather between 10-30°F.
That makes sense; it’s similar to the climate where I’m at. I might risk charging above 80% during the winter to maximize my mileage. I’m currently leasing but considering buying the car due to the amount I’ve already paid, though I’m still undecided.
@Stevie
I also have the GT model, which is rated at 206 miles by the EPA. I usually get more than it’s rated for, but last winter it dropped from about 250 miles on average to about 200-215 miles, so I lost about 10-15% of range on average.
It depends on which version of the car you have, if it includes a heat pump, and the temperatures you face, along with your driving speeds, etc. Keeping the cabin cooler and using more seat and wheel heat can significantly improve efficiency over keeping it warm. Also, keep an eye on your tire pressure as it drops in cold weather. Take advantage of pre-conditioning the car to warm up the cabin and battery while you’re still plugged in. EVs function much better in winter than gas cars, and you don’t need to be gentle with acceleration when it’s cold.
@Flippa
Thanks! I’ll keep an eye on the tire pressure. I’m not very car savvy though. What exactly is a heat pump 
Stevie said:
@Flippa
Thanks! I’ll keep an eye on the tire pressure. I’m not very car savvy though. What exactly is a heat pump
A heat pump works like an air conditioner but in reverse, transferring heat from the outside to the inside, which is much more efficient than standard electric heaters. If you’re in the US and have an all-wheel drive model, it likely includes a heat pump. Not sure about other countries. Here in Minnesota, we’ve seen days as cold as -60°F. This car, especially with a heat pump, is incredibly efficient and has a robust battery system that includes a heater to maintain optimal temperatures even during fast charging in cold conditions.
@Flippa
I’m in the US, but I have rear-wheel drive. I’ll check to see if my model includes a heat pump. Thanks for the info!
I only had brief experience in cold temperatures when I bought mine in February, but it seemed like a 15-25% reduction (15 for cold, 25 for very cold). However, the mileage ‘guessometer’ did a good job of estimating the reduction, so I knew about it well in advance and could plan accordingly.
I go from 420km in summer to about 360-380 km in winter on winter tires. Winters here are usually around 0 degrees, so it’s not particularly harsh, but you can definitely see the difference when you have the heat on or not.
At -30°C, I get about 270 km.
The range varies greatly based on both internal and external climate conditions. At -40, you can expect to lose about 50-60% of the rated range.
Here in the Hudson Valley, I average around 270 miles during the winter months in a 22 Wind RWD.
It really depends on where you live and the options your car has. For example, models with a heat pump perform better in cold climates.
Do you have rear-wheel drive? The heat pump is only available in premium trims and without one, the range in cold weather can be severely affected, up to a 50% decrease.
Hadley said:
Do you have rear-wheel drive? The heat pump is only available in premium trims and without one, the range in cold weather can be severely affected, up to a 50% decrease.
Yes, I have rear-wheel drive. I’ve heard others mention the heat pump but I’m not sure how it works exactly.
@Stevie
All models from 2023 and later come with a heat pump. It functions like an air conditioner but can also heat the battery pack to keep it at an optimal operating temperature. It can also pre-warm the battery for fast charging even in winter.
@Yan
Oh, that’s interesting! Thanks for the information 