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Electric vehicle distance test in Norway: Lucid Air boasts longest range

During the NAF summer test, the electric vehicle Lucid Air managed to travel 829 kilometers, yet failed to meet the usual benchmark, with the Tesla Model Y outperforming it significantly.

Electric vehicle test in Norwegian summer: Lucid Air boasts longest driving distance
Electric vehicle test in Norwegian summer: Lucid Air boasts longest driving distance

Electric vehicle distance test in Norway: Lucid Air boasts longest range

In the latest edition of the Norwegian El Prix, an annual real-world range test for electric vehicles (EVs) organised by the Norwegian Automobile Association (NAF), a variety of popular models demonstrated varying performances.

The BMW iX xDrive60 stood out, surpassing its WLTP range by 23 km, achieving a real-world range of 691 km (429 miles) – a 3.4% increase over the official figure[1]. The Tesla Model Y also performed impressively, outperforming its WLTP range by 11.3%, recording a distance of 652 km[1].

However, not all EVs fared as well. The Lucid Air, for instance, fell behind its WLTP estimate by 13.7%, marking one of the more significant shortfalls among the tested vehicles[1]. Other models like the Mercedes G 580 with EQ technology and the MG Cyberster also fell short of expectations in range.

Several Chinese EV models, including the Zeekr 007, BYD Tang, and MG S5, showed progress in efficiency, though exact figures were not detailed in the test summary[1]. The newcomer Zeekr 7X achieved 593 km, 9.6% over its WLTP range of 541 km.

The Tesla Model 3 Long Range also performed positively, exceeding its WLTP range by 19 km, reaching 721 km[1]. Twenty vehicles managed to cover over 500 km in the test, and eight models achieved ranges over 600 km.

The Lucid Air Grand Touring, despite facing lower temperatures (6 degrees Celsius) and heavier rainfall during the test, broke the record set by the Tesla Model S in the summer of 2023, which was 672 km. However, its range in the test was 13.7% below its WLTP claim of 960 km[1].

The Skoda Enyaq 60 nearly exactly achieved its WLTP claim with 422 km. Thirteen of the 27 vehicles managed to charge to 80% of their capacity within 30 minutes in the test.

It's important to note that the test conditions can significantly impact the results. For instance, the weather was much warmer when the last record was set compared to this summer's test. The testers also changed the test routine to stop the test when the cars start to lose power[1].

The results of the latest El Prix were presented by the Norwegian Automobile Club NAF through the Austrian Automobile Club OAMTC in German[2]. This event underscores the variability and improvement in electric vehicle efficiency across different manufacturers and models, with some EVs exceeding official WLTP figures in real-world driving, while others may fall short.

[1] Norwegian Automobile Club NAF (2023). El Prix 2023: The Results. Retrieved from https://www.elprix.no/ [2] Austrian Automobile Club OAMTC (2023). El Prix 2023: Die Ergebnisse. Retrieved from https://www.oamtc.at/

  1. The industry of electric vehicles (EVs) is making significant strides, as demonstrated by the varied performances of popular models in the annual El Prix range test organized by the Norwegian Automobile Association (NAF).
  2. Among the tested vehicles, the finance sector has shown a positive impact on the development of EV technology, with models like the BMW iX xDrive60 and Tesla Model Y surpassing their WLTP ranges by impressive margins.
  3. However, the transportation sector also faced challenges, as some EVs, such as the Lucid Air and Mercedes G 580 with EQ technology, fell short of expectations in real-world range.
  4. Technology and automotive companies are investing in sports and lifestyle markets to promote EV adoption, with electric vehicles like the newcomer Zeekr 7X demonstrating improved efficiency in the El Prix test.
  5. The results of the Norwegian El Prix test, presented by the Norwegian Automobile Club NAF and the Austrian Automobile Club OAMTC, underscore the variability in electric vehicle performance across various manufacturers and models, illustrating the ongoing advancements in the industry.

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