1. What is Miles per kWh?

Miles per kilowatt-hour (miles/kWh) is a measure of how efficiently an electric vehicle uses energy. It indicates how many miles the vehicle can travel using one kilowatt-hour of electrical energy.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses a simple formula:

Where:

• Miles Traveled — Distance covered by the electric vehicle
• Energy Consumed — Total electrical energy used during the trip

Explanation: This ratio shows the vehicle's energy efficiency - higher values mean more efficient energy use.

3. Importance of Miles per kWh

Details: This metric helps EV owners understand their vehicle's efficiency, estimate range, and compare performance between different vehicles or driving conditions.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• For accurate results, reset your trip meter and energy consumption display before starting your journey
• Measure over significant distances (50+ miles) for more representative results
• Note that efficiency varies with driving style, terrain, and weather conditions

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good miles/kWh value?
A: Most EVs achieve 3-4 miles/kWh in normal conditions. Values above 4 indicate excellent efficiency.

Q2: How does this compare to MPG for gas cars?
A: 3 miles/kWh is roughly equivalent to 100 MPG in energy cost terms, though exact comparisons depend on electricity and gas prices.

Q3: Why does my efficiency vary?
A: Factors like speed, acceleration, temperature, use of climate control, and terrain all affect efficiency.

Q4: How can I improve my miles/kWh?
A: Drive smoothly, avoid high speeds, use regenerative braking, minimize climate control use, and keep tires properly inflated.

Q5: Does this account for charging losses?
A: No, this calculates efficiency based on energy used while driving. Charging typically adds 10-15% energy loss.