Maximise your electric range
The distance an electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle between charges is known as range, and is determined by the type and size of the battery. As with any vehicle, however it is powered, range also depends on a number of factors such as weather and driving style. Choose the best powertrain for your lifestyle. Explore our electric, plug-in hybrid, and hybrid cars to find your perfect model.
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What affects the range of an electric car?
When driving a battery electric vehicle, there are a number of different factors which will impact your range. Read on to discover the most common influences, and tips on how to maximise your range.
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Although you can’t control the weather, it is important to know that temperature is one of the biggest factors which will impact your range. In colder weather, your range will be lower, and your car will need charging more often.
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Use the MyToyota app to turn on your car’s heating on cold winter mornings or air conditioning on hot summer days while it’s still charging. This way the car’s climate is powered using energy from the mains rather than from the battery. When you start your journey, all your car has to do is maintain that set temperature, which uses much less energy.
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Just like any other car, your driving style impacts the range of your car. Drive smoothly at a moderate speed, and where possible avoid fast acceleration and hard braking, and benefit from maximum range efficiency.
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To maximise battery life, charge your electric vehicle regularly, not only when the battery is nearly empty. Doing this makes the most of your time and increases battery efficiency in the long term.
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Whilst our electric vehicles offer ample space to carry suitcases for a weekend away, or sports gear for leisure activities, avoid travelling with extra weight in your car unnecessarily. The heavier the car, the lower the range, so consider taking anything out of your car that you do not need for the particular journey.
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The Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) test is used to measure fuel consumption and CO2 emissions from vehicles.
Figures are provided for comparability purposes; only compare fuel consumption and CO₂ figures with other cars tested to the same technical procedures. These figures may not reflect real life driving results. Please visit the Vehicle Certification Agency website for the latest information.
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*Electric range figures are the maximum official (WLTP) test values provided for comparison purposes, and can vary depending on factors such as selected grade and transmission, accessories fitted (post registration), driving style, weather conditions, speed, vehicle and battery age and vehicle load. Figures obtained after full battery charge. It is best to only compare electric range figures with other cars tested to the same technical procedures. These figures may not reflect your real life driving results.
^According to DfT statistics. (Source: 2019 National Travel Survey (publishing.service.gov.uk)