Finding the best EV in the UAE : Electric Car Range, Charging & Battery Degradation.

Reality of an perfect Electric Vehicle (EV) or Plug-in Hybrid can turn out to be a challenge. Between buggy software and inflated manufacturer range claims, buyers often face confusion. Our free tool at the end of this blog will help you find the best EV that meets your preferences. While the UAE is one of the best countries to own an electric car due to its abundant charging network, relying solely on public infrastructure can still lead to range anxiety—or worse, getting stranded and needing a recovery truck. Here is the real-world guide to EV range and battery maintenance that dealers won't tell you.

The Daily consumption or Safe range

Driving an EV is not like driving a gas car; you cannot simply stop at any station instantly. Sometimes chargers may be crowded or out of service. To avoid spending more time charging than driving, follow a safe-range rule.

For a standard EV with a 350 km real-world range:

• If you have a home charger: Generally do not consume more than 50–60% of your total range (approximately 175 km) per day.
• If you have a Level 2 home charger: A faster charger allows you to safely increase your daily consumption to about 70% of total range
• If you rely on public chargers: Be conservative. Limit your daily usage to 10–15% of total range to allow for broken, unreliable, or overcrowded public stations.

Battery Degradation 

To keep your car running well after the 2-year mark, you must charge the battery correctly.

• Avoid 100% Charge: Frequently charging to full capacity degrades the battery significantly. Regardless of battery chemistry. LFP batteries are more durable but they do also degrade significantly high temperatures & high state of charge.
• Avoid dropping below 20%: Deep discharges damage battery health just as much. The Bottom Line: Buying an EV is about matching the car's range to your specific lifestyle.

Here is our Comprehensive EV Tool to find the electric vehicle that fits your daily commute and budget perfectly, ensuring you never face range anxiety.

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