City vs. Highway Energy Use
EV efficiency changes depending on driving environment:
- City Driving: Usually more efficient due to lower speeds and frequent regenerative braking. Many EVs achieve 110–140 MPGe in city conditions.
- Highway Driving: Less efficient due to higher speeds and limited regeneration, often 90–110 MPGe.
Unlike gas cars, EVs often perform better in stop-and-go traffic because they recover energy during braking. On highways, aerodynamic drag becomes the main factor reducing efficiency.