Do you know how to measure a car's range? A vehicle's range is a crucial factor in understanding how far your car can travel without needing to refuel or recharge. Knowing how to calculate your car's range is essential, as it directly influences your planning. traveling and in controlling fuel costs.
In this article, we will explain what autonomy is, how to measure it, and the factors that influence its value, including the impact of modifications such as remap na ECU, which can be done in Strike Brasil.
What is vehicle autonomy?
A autonomy of a car refers to the distance it can travel with the amount of fuel or charge available. In combustion vehicles, such as gasoline cars, gasoline, ethanol ou Diesel, this distance is based on the amount of fuel in the tank and the average consumption of the vehicle. In eletric cars ou hybrid, we calculate the autonomy of the battery, the capacity to provide energy until the next recharge.
How to calculate the autonomy of a vehicle?
Calculating autonomy is simple and can be done by any driver. For combustion vehicles, follow this formula:
Autonomy (km) = Tank capacity (liters) x Average consumption (km/l)
For example, if your car has a 50-liter tank and does an average of 10 km/l, the range will be:
Autonomy = 50 liters x 10 km/l = 500 km
This value represents the distance your vehicle can travel on a full tank.
How do I know what range my car has?
Most modern cars display the range on the instrument panel, based on average fuel consumption data and the amount of fuel remaining in the tank. This number can vary depending on how you drive and the terrain.
In the case of electric or hybrid cars, the panel also shows how many kilometers can be traveled with the current battery charge.
How to measure the autonomy of a combustion car?
To calculate your car's range, you need to know the average fuel consumption. A simple way to do this is to fill up the tank to the maximum, reset the odometer, and drive until the next time you fill up. When you refuel, write down how many liters you put in and how many kilometers you drove. Then, divide the total mileage by the amount of liters you filled up.
Example:
- Mileage traveled: 400 km
- Liters filled: 40 liters
Average consumption = 400 km ÷ 40 liters = 10 km/l
Now, just multiply the average consumption by the tank capacity to find out the autonomy.
How to measure the autonomy of an electric or hybrid car?
No case of eletric cars, autonomy is calculated by battery capacity and energy consumption. Consumption is measured in kWh (kilowatt-hours) per 100 km. For example, if an electric car consumes 20 kWh/100 km and the battery has a capacity of 80 kWh, the autonomy would be:
Range = 80 kWh ÷ 20 kWh/100 km = 400 km
Already in hybrid cars, autonomy is the sum of the autonomy of the combustion engine and the autonomy of the electric motor.
What does autonomy mean on the vehicle's dashboard?
The range displayed on the dashboard is an estimate of how many kilometers the car can travel with the available fuel or charge. It varies depending on driving style, type of terrain and even weather conditions. More economical use can increase this estimate, while aggressive driving can reduce the range.
What influences a car's autonomy?
Several factors can affect the vehicle's autonomy, such as:
- Driving mode: Sudden acceleration and frequent braking increase fuel or energy consumption.
- Type of fuel: Ethanol, gasoline or diesel have calorific values and octane ratings different which affects consumption and, therefore, autonomy.
- Motorization: Larger or more powerful engines tend to consume more fuel.
- Weight: A car loaded with more weight needs more energy to move, reducing autonomy.
- Aerodynamics: The more drag the vehicle has (e.g. with open windows or load on the roof), the more energy it will consume.
What changes in a car's autonomy after remapping?
O remap adjusts engine operating parameters such as the amount of fuel injected, ignition advance and turbo pressure (if applicable).
A remap can improve the engine efficiency, resulting in greater power and even a slight improvement in fuel consumption, depending on the modifications made. However, if the focus of the remap is to increase power, there may be an increase in consumption, impacting autonomy.
Understanding and measuring your vehicle's range is essential for making informed choices regarding fuel or travel planning. Factors such as fuel type, driving style and even modifications such as remapping directly influence range. Count on Strike Brasil to ensure your vehicle operates with maximum efficiency and safety, always providing the best experience on the road.
Why remap on Strike Brasil?
A Strike Brasil é reference in the vehicle remapping market, offering customized solutions to optimize your car's performance without compromising its safety or efficiency.
With highly qualified professionals, we ensure that remap will bring the expected results, whether for increased power, fuel economy ou better engine response. Additionally, our services are offered in more than 50 units franchises spread throughout Brazil, as well as other countries in South America, Central America and the United States, with specialized service and quality assurance. Talk to our customer service team now via WhatsApp and answer all your questions about remap.
