L’AUTONOMIA REALE di 11 auto elettriche 🔋, la prova 2024 (Fiat 600e, Tesla Model 3, Jeep Avenger…)

InsideEVs Italia

25 Jan 202417:15

Summary

TLDRIn this engaging video, 11 of the latest electric cars are put to the test on a real-world road trip around Rome. From compact city cars to luxury sedans, the vehicles are driven under various traffic conditions to evaluate their range, efficiency, and energy consumption. The comprehensive analysis reveals surprising results, providing valuable insights for consumers considering an electric vehicle purchase. With a focus on practicality, the video aims to demystify the true costs and performance of electric cars in daily use.

Takeaways

😀 The video tests the real-world range of 11 electric cars by driving them around Rome until the batteries hit 5% charge
🚗 The cars tested include compact cars, sedans, SUVs and luxury models from brands like BMW, Fiat, Tesla, Hyundai and more
⚡️ The BMW i5 achieved an impressive real-world range of 489 km, very close to its advertised range
🔋 The Lucid Air had the largest battery capacity of 112 kWh and achieved the longest range at nearly 600 km
🔌 The Tesla Model 3 was the most energy efficient, consuming just 15.1 kWh/100km despite having all-wheel drive
🏎 The Hyundai Ioniq 6 was the second most efficient thanks to its aerodynamic shape
💰 The running costs per 100 km varied significantly between models, from 1.73 EUR for the Tesla to over 5 EUR for some models
📉 Smaller battery EVs like the Toyota bz4x and Lexus RZ had the shortest range of around 250 km
🚦 Driving conditions like traffic and heating/cooling usage impacted real-world range
i Overall, the test showed the latest EVs can achieve 400-600 km of real-world range in normal driving

Q & A

What is the main purpose of the test drive?
-The main purpose is to test the real-world range and efficiency of 11 different electric car models under normal driving conditions on the Rome ring road.
How does cold weather impact electric car range?
-Cold weather requires the battery to be heated, which consumes energy from the battery and reduces range. Electric cars are less efficient in winter.
Which cars had the longest and shortest range?
-The Lucid Air had the longest range at nearly 600 km. The Lexus RZ and Toyota bZ4X had the shortest at around 250 km.
Which car was the most energy efficient?
-The Tesla Model 3 was the most efficient, consuming only 15.1 kWh per 100 km.
How did the Fiat 500e compare to the similar Jeep Avenger?
-The Fiat 500e consumed less energy than the Avenger despite having identical mechanics. Its more aerodynamic body shape gave it an advantage.
Why is the Kia EV9's efficiency result noteworthy?
-Despite its large size and weight, the Kia EV9 consumed only 21.4 kWh per 100 km, thanks to good energy management.
What impacts the cost per 100 km for electric cars?
-The main factors are energy consumption and charging costs, which vary significantly between home and high power public charging.
How can readers learn more about EV charging costs?
-The article linked in the video description provides more details about different charging plans and pricing models.
What other special tests would viewers like to see?
-The hosts encourage viewers to suggest other specialized EV tests they'd like to see in the comments section.
Why monitor range and efficiency data?
-Tracking real-world range and efficiency helps buyers understand key specifications, see technological progress, and choose the EV best suited to their needs.

Outlines

00:00

🚗 Introduction to electric car test drive overview

The video will test drive and compare 11 of the latest and most anticipated electric cars to answer the question of real world driving range. The test will measure efficiency, the most important metric, by driving in real world traffic conditions around Rome from dawn to sunset starting with a 100% charge.

05:00

🚘 Details of test drive rules and conditions

The test drive is on the outer lane of the GRA highway around Rome going counterclockwise. Speed limits are 130-110 km/h, with variable slowdowns to 0 km/h. Cars have climate control on at 22°C, closed windows, normal drive mode, and only the driver aboard. Each 68.2 km lap takes a variable time depending on traffic. The test ends when the battery hits 5% charge.

10:01

🚗 Overview and predictions on competing models

Early standouts are the duel between the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal since they have similar battery chemistry but the Tesla is more efficient. Other close matchups are the Volkswagen ID.7 vs Hyundai Ioniq 6 for aerodynamics and the Fiat 500e vs Jeep Avenger despite different shapes. The Lucid Air with the biggest battery stands out.

15:01

🚗 Details on test drive scoring metrics

The key metrics are: 1) Range in km when battery hits 5% charge. 2) Energy consumption in kWh per 100 km, to calculate operating costs. Cars are scored on real world conditions, including variable speeds and traffic on the GRA highway loop.

🚗 Final test drive results and key learnings

The top 3 for range were: 1) Lucid Air at 600 km. 2) Tesla Model 3 at 489 km. 3) BMW i5 at 476 km. For efficiency: 1) Tesla Model 3 at 15.1 kWh/100 km. 2) Hyundai Ioniq 6 at 15.5 kWh/100 km. 3) BMW i5 at 16.6 kWh/100 km. The test provided insights into real world range, efficiency, and operating costs across models to help inform EV purchases.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡electric cars

Electric cars are a major theme and focus of the video. The hosts test drive 11 different electric car models to evaluate their real-world driving range and efficiency. Examples from the script include discussing the latest and most anticipated electric car models and analyzing factors like battery size and energy consumption.

💡driving range

The driving range or distance electric cars can travel on a full charge is a key metric analyzed in the video. The goal is to test real-world driving range by driving the cars around Rome's ring road until their batteries reach 5% charge.

💡energy consumption

How much energy electric cars consume, measured in kWh per 100 km, is a key efficiency metric. The video compares energy consumption across models to calculate cost per 100 km for home and fast charging.

💡battery size

The capacity of the electric car's battery pack impacts range and efficiency. The video notes battery size for each model, like the Lucid Air having the largest at 112 kWh.

💡fast charging

The ability to fast charge on road trips is important for electric cars. The video discusses charging costs and speed, like the Lucid adding 167 km in 5 minutes at high power.

💡regenerative braking

Regenerative braking captures energy when slowing down to increase range. The video mentions using traffic jams and slowdowns to regenerate battery charge.

💡thermal management

Battery thermal management maintains optimal temperature for efficiency. The video explains electric cars consume more energy in winter to heat the battery.

💡aerodynamics

Improving a car's aerodynamic drag can significantly impact efficiency and range at highway speeds. The video examines the aerodynamic design of models like the Hyundai Ioniq 6.

💡tires

Special low rolling resistance tires like the Pirelli Elect tires featured can improve electric vehicle range by up to 10%.

💡charging infrastructure

Public charging infrastructure impacts electric vehicle adoption. The video partners with charging network B Charge to analyze charging options and costs.

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