EV City Range Calculator
EVs love the city. Stop-and-go traffic, regenerative braking and low speeds mean urban range often beats the official figure. Find out what yours really delivers.
Summer city range
Current season
Winter city range
Daily commute coverage
of a 50 km round-trip
City range by season
Maximize city range
- Use one-pedal driving. Recovers up to 20% of braking energy.
- Precondition in winter. Heat the cabin on grid power before leaving.
- Anticipate stops. Coast instead of braking hard — regen works best on gentle slowdowns.
- Seat heaters over cabin heat. Cheaper energy, similar comfort.
Compare with highway range in the Highway Range calculator.
Frequently asked questions
Is EV city range better than highway range?
Yes — usually much better. In stop-and-go city traffic, regenerative braking recovers energy and speeds stay low, so city range can exceed the official figure. Many EVs beat WLTP in the city.
How much does regenerative braking add to city range?
Regenerative braking typically recovers 15-25% of the energy used in city driving. One-pedal driving and smooth deceleration maximize this, adding a real 10-15% to city range.
Why is city range higher than the rated range?
The WLTP test mixes city and highway cycles. Pure city driving at low speed with frequent stops means less aerodynamic drag and more regen — so you can comfortably beat the combined figure.
How much range do short trips lose in winter?
Short city trips in winter are the worst case: the battery is cold and the cabin heater runs on every trip. Expect 25-40% less range versus summer city driving.