Mainstream carmakers have unleashed a stream of new electric vehicles in the past year, some with relatively attractive prices. But it’s wise to look a little closer.
That bespoke network takes the hassle out of recharging on long distance trips, while continual improvements to its vehicles widen the gap to its rivals.We took the updated Tesla Model 3 Long Range from Sydney to Melbourne and back to test its range and get an idea of the challenges of road tripping in an EV.
Tesla claims the Model 3 can add 282km of range in just 15 minutes, while the Toyota takes almost twice as long, taking 30 minutes to add 305km. Cheaper models from Chinese makers such as BYD and MG4 are slower again. The MG4 51kWh model, for example, takes a claimed 33 minutes to add 210km of range.Tesla charging stations have more chargers than public stations. Picture by Toby Hagon.
Tesla’s chargers are reliable, while it’s not uncommon to come across a broken charger at public stations. Picture by Toby Hagon.Whereas it’s common to find many universal access ultra rapid chargers out of order, Tesla’s network delivers. Those maps even give you advice as to projected wait times at chargers, although we had no issues with that on our trip.
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