Is 270 miles enough of a rated range in a new electric vehicle?
As the Department of Energy pointed out this past week, 270 miles was the median rated range for new 2023-model-year EVs. Meanwhile, the top EV range rating was once again earned by Lucid—for a version of the 2023 Lucid Air Grand Touring.
Median and max EPA range for EVs, by model year – DOE
Various studies over the past decade suggest that a 300-mile EV range sweet spot would be enough for propelling EV interest beyond early adopters.
And with the expanding road-trip fast-charging infrastructure—provided charging stations are working—it’s a number that may cover most family needs.
2023 Lucid Air Pure
But as we’ve underscored many times with EVs, recognizing the sweet spot is important, and a tunnel-vision push for range is a red herring. Efficiency is really what matters, and how far an EV can go on a…
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