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New BEV Standard & 1000kw Charging

What did you miss in the world of Battery Electric Vehicles?

Loads of  the latest BEV model reviews, plus Zeekr setting new BEV standard and BYD introduce 1000 KW Charging!

EV Sales in Q1 2025, Stronger than Ever

As reported by Electrek.co Global EV sales surged to 1.7 million units in March, hitting 4.1 million for Q1 2025 as the EV market continues its robust growth, according to new data from EV research house Rho Motion. Year-over-year sales jumped 29% and marked an impressive 40% month-over-month leap from February.

EV sales in Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024, YTD percentage: 

  • Global: 4.1 million, +29% 
  • China: 2.4 million, +36% 
  • Europe: 0.9 million, +22% 
  • North America: 0.5 million, +16% 
  • Rest of World: 0.3 million, +27% 

ZEEKR 7X - Setting the New Standard

The Zeekr 7X is a sleek, 4-door, 5-seater compact/ Mid Sized executive sedan. Excellent Range & Super Fast Charging plus loads space and latest Tech............ Main competitors of the Zeekr 7X include the Tesla Model Y, VW ID4, Skoda Enyaq, KIA EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5, BYD Seal, XPeng G6, NIO ET5, and Geely Galaxy E8, etc.
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1000 KW Super Fast Charging. BYD's game-changing EVs!

As reported on Electrek.co, BYD launched the Han L sedan and Tang L SUV, the first EVs on their Super e-platform with ultra-fast charging, gaining nearly 250 miles in 5 minutes. Starting at $30,000, these models offer long range and advanced features, challenging competitors like Tesla.
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CLA Electric

Release Video

Driven Video

Real world range estimates

The table below shows some estimated real-world examples in perfect condition and in conditions needing A/C to heat or cool vehicles. See our range guide to see how the range is affected in real world. )

 RangeConsumption
90kmh/56mph perfect condition607 km / 377 mi14 kWh/100km / 4.4 mi/kWh
90kmh/56mph with 2KW heating542 km / 326 mi16.2 kWh/100km / 3.8 mi/kWh
70mph/112kmh perfect condition500 km / 311 mi17 kWh/100km / 3.7 mi/kWh
70mph/112kmh with 2KW heating453 km / 281mi18.8 kWh/100km / 3.3 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph perfect condition472 km / 293 mi18 kWh/100km / 3.5 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph with 2KW heating432 km / 268 mi19.7 kWh/100km / 3.2 mi/kWh

HYUNDAI Ioniq 9

Real world range estimates

The table below shows some estimated real-world examples in perfect condition and in conditions needing A/C to heat or cool vehicles. See our range guide to see how the range is affected in real world.

 RangeConsumption
90kmh/56mph perfect condition510km / 317 mi21 kWh/100km / 3,0 mi/kWh
90kmh/56mph with 2KW heating472km /286mi23,2 kWh/100km /2,7 mi/kWh
70mph/112kmh perfect condition465 km / 289 mi23 kWh/100km / 2,7 mi/kWh
70mph/112kmh with 2KW heating432km / 268mi24,8 kWh/100km / 2,5 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph perfect condition412 km / 256 mi26 kWh/100km / 2,4 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph with 2KW heating387 km /240mi27,7 kWh/100km /2,2 mi/kWh

KIA EV4

Real world range estimates

The table below shows some estimated real-world examples in perfect condition and in conditions needing A/C to heat or cool vehicles. See our range guide to see how the range is affected in real world. )

 RangeConsumption
90kmh/56mph perfect condition488 km / 303 mi16 kWh/100km / 3.9 mi/kWh
90kmh/56mph with 2KW heating442 km / 266 mi18.2 kWh/100km / 3.4 mi/kWh
70mph/112kmh perfect condition411 km / 255 mi19 kWh/100km / 3.3 mi/kWh
70mph/112kmh with 2KW heating376 km / 234mi20.8 kWh/100km / 3.0 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph perfect condition390 km / 242 mi20 kWh/100km / 3.1 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph with 2KW heating360 km / 224 mi21.7 kWh/100km / 2.9 mi/kWh
 

FORD Puma

Real world range estimates

The table below shows some estimated real-world examples in perfect condition and in conditions needing A/C to heat or cool vehicles. See our range guide to see how the range is affected in real world. )

 RangeConsumption
90kmh/56mph perfect condition272 km / 169 mi16 kWh/100km / 3.9 mi/kWh
90kmh/56mph with 2KW heating246 km / 149 mi18.2 kWh/100km / 3.4 mi/kWh
70mph/112kmh perfect condition208 km / 129 mi21 kWh/100km / 3.0 mi/kWh
70mph/112kmh with 2KW heating192 km / 119mi22.8 kWh/100km / 2.7 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph perfect condition190 km / 118 mi23 kWh/100km / 2.7 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph with 2KW heating177 km / 110 mi24.7 kWh/100km / 2.5 mi/kWh

ZEEKR 001

Real world range estimates

The table below shows some estimated real-world examples in perfect condition and in conditions needing A/C to heat or cool vehicles. See our range guide to see how the range is affected in real world. )

 RangeConsumption
120kmh/75mph perfect condition339 km / 211 mi28 kWh/100km / 2.2 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph with 2KW heating320 km / 199 mi29.7 kWh/100km / 2.1 mi/kWh

Z9 GT

Real Range Info Not Available

 

KIA EV2

Real world range estimates Not Yet Available

The table below shows some estimated real-world examples in perfect condition and in conditions needing A/C to heat or cool vehicles. See our range guide to see how the range is affected in real world.

BYD YangWang U7

Range Data Not Available

KIA WKNDR

Real world range estimates Not Yet Available

KIA PV5

Real world range estimates Not Yet Available

VOLVO EX90

Real world range estimates

The table below shows some estimated real-world examples in perfect condition and in conditions needing A/C to heat or cool vehicles. See our range guide to see how the range is affected in real world. )

 RangeConsumption
90kmh/56mph perfect condition446 km / 277 mi24 kWh/100km / 2.6 mi/kWh
90kmh/56mph with 2KW heating417 km / 254 mi26.2 kWh/100km / 2.4 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph perfect condition382 km / 237 mi28 kWh/100km / 2.2 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph with 2KW heating361 km / 224 mi29.7 kWh/100km / 2.1 mi/kWh

BYD Sealion

Real world range estimates

The table below shows some estimated real-world examples in perfect condition and in conditions needing A/C to heat or cool vehicles. See our range guide to see how the range is affected in real world. )

 RangeConsumption
90kmh/56mph perfect condition435 km / 270 mi21 kWh/100km / 3.0 mi/kWh
90kmh/56mph with 2KW heating403 km / 244 mi23.2 kWh/100km / 2.7 mi/kWh
70mph/112kmh perfect condition380 km / 236 mi24 kWh/100km / 2.6 mi/kWh
70mph/112kmh with 2KW heating354 km / 220mi25.8 kWh/100km / 2.4 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph perfect condition373 km / 232 mi24.5 kWh/100km / 2.5 mi/kWh
120kmh/75mph with 2KW heating349 km / 217 mi26.2 kWh/100km / 2.4 mi/kWh

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