KATHMANDU: Electric vehicles (EVs) are maintaining their driving range better than many buyers expect, according to a new report by Recurrent.
The report is based on data from over one billion miles of real-world driving. It shows that modern EVs lose very little usable range in the first few years.
On average, EVs retain about 97% of their original range after three years. After five years, the figure stands at around 95%. This means a car with about 482 km range when new can still deliver around 468 km after three years and about 459 km after five years.
Automakers are also using software strategies to manage battery performance. Many EVs now include built-in battery buffers. These buffers help reduce visible range loss over time and improve consistency.
Range anxiety has long been a concern among EV buyers. However, most new EVs now offer over 480 km of range. Some premium models even exceed 640 to 800 km.
The report suggests strong range retention can improve resale value. It also reduces risk for used EV buyers. This could further boost confidence in EV adoption compared to traditional combustion vehicles.
