Amazed by the efficiency

[celica]

My e-tron's usually in All Road mode with the A/C on. Last Tuesday, I did a 30-mile trip, mostly highway and some city streets. I put it in Efficiency mode, A/C on Eco, fan on low. Mostly kept it at 60 mph on the highway (the limit). So many slowpokes! I did go up to 70 mph a couple times to pass some super slow drivers. Didn't want to hold up traffic. The way back was in a total downpour – wipers going nuts, lights and hazards, A/C normal, fan on medium. I was blown away that I got 3.2 miles per kWh overall! My gas cars never got their advertised MPG, no matter how I drove. So so happy with my e-tron!

 

[Parker Burton]

Wow that trip is impressive! I'm still trying to figure out how to maximize my efficiency. I usually keep my e-tron in Auto mode and let it do its thing, but I'm definitely going to try your Efficiency mode/Eco A/C trick. A couple of questions: Did you pre-condition the battery at all before your trip? And what was the temperature like outside? I've noticed a big difference in range depending on the weather. Also, did you use any specific driving techniques, like coasting or anything, or just regular driving? That's awesome that you're getting such good mileage it's definitely a great feeling to beat the advertised numbers, especially compared to gas cars!

 

[Tito]

That’s awesome! 3.2 mi/kWh, even with rain and passing? Nice! EVs actually deliver when you drive smart, unlike gas cars and their wishful MPG. Sounds like you’re loving the e-tron, and I don’t blame you.

 

[Jackching82]

My e-tron's usually in All Road mode with the A/C on. Last Tuesday, I did a 30-mile trip, mostly highway and some city streets. I put it in Efficiency mode, A/C on Eco, fan on low. Mostly kept it at 60 mph on the highway (the limit). So many slowpokes! I did go up to 70 mph a couple times to pass some super slow drivers. Didn't want to hold up traffic. The way back was in a total downpour – wipers going nuts, lights and hazards, A/C normal, fan on medium. I was blown away that I got 3.2 miles per kWh overall! My gas cars never got their advertised MPG, no matter how I drove. So so happy with my e-tron!

Awesome to hear the e-tron’s working like a champ for you! Definitely proves how much of a game-changer efficient driving can be.