How much range do electric cars lose in cold weather?

The range of an electric car can be affected by cold weather, as the battery's performance can be reduced in cold temperatures. The exact range loss will vary depending on the model and make of the electric car, but it's estimated that an electric car's range can be reduced by up to 30% in cold weather. This is because the battery uses more energy to heat the cabin and maintain the battery's performance. To mitigate this, electric car manufacturers are developing technology to keep the battery warm in cold weather, which can help to maintain the range.

Cold temperature affect all vehicles, but it is more of a concern for EVs because is directly affects range. The 18 popular models tested by recurrentauto, had an average of range of 70.3% (29.7% less) in freezing conditions. This is frustrating but temporary, as temperatures return, so will the range capacity [source].