Australian Tests Find Popular Electric Vehicles Fall Short of Advertised Range

Recent real-world testing by the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) has revealed that several popular electric vehicles in Australia significantly underperform compared to their advertised battery ranges. The BYD Atto 3 SUV showed the largest discrepancy, achieving 23 percent less range than claimed, while Tesla's Model 3 and Model Y, along with the Kia EV6, also fell short by 14 percent and 8 percent respectively. The Smart #3 was the closest to its advertised range, with only a 5 percent shortfall. These findings highlight concerns about manufacturers potentially misleading buyers, as the gap between lab-tested and actual range could affect consumer decisions. AAA managing director Michael Bradley emphasized the importance of independent testing to help consumers make informed choices and called on manufacturers to ensure their vehicles meet promised performance. The results come amid broader concerns about fuel efficiency and consumption discrepancies across both electric and petrol vehicles.