Electric cars have come a long way in recent years, but there's still room for improvement when it comes to design and performance. The perfect electric car would be one that is both efficient and practical, with a focus on reducing weight, improving aerodynamics and increasing battery size.
One of the most important factors to consider when designing an electric car is is the drag coefficient (Cw). This is a measure of how aerodynamic a vehicle is and directly affects the range and efficiency of the car. A smaller Cw means the car will be more efficient, as it will need less energy to move through the air.
Another important aspect to consider is weight. The lighter the car, the less energy it needs to move, which directly affects the range and efficiency of the car. The perfect electric car needs to be as light as possible without compromising safety or durability.
Is the Lucid Air the best car in the world?
The battery is the heart of an electric car, and a perfect electric car must have a large battery with high capacity. This will ensure that the car has a great range and can be driven for long periods of time without needing to be charged.
An example of a car that meets all the requirements is the Lucid Air. It has Cw only 0,21, which is incredibly low. It weighs relatively light 2,080 kg (4,585 lbs), making it one of the lightest electric cars on the market. It comes with a huge battery pack s 113 kWh, which allows it to reach more than 832 km (517 miles) on a single charge, according to the EPA test cycle. It's simply stunning and makes the Lucid Air one of the most practical electric cars on the market.
In short, the perfect electric car should be designed with a focus on reducing weight, improving aerodynamics and increasing battery size. Cars as it is Lucid Air, are perfect examples of such electric cars. These elements are essential to achieve greater efficiency and practicality, ultimately enabling a better driving experience for the consumer.
Examples of cars and data - ranked from best to worst:
- Lucid Air: Cw 0.21, weight 2080 kg (4585 lbs), 1080 horsepower and WLTP range 832 km (517 miles)
- Tesla Model S Plaid: Cw 0.24, weight 2250 kg (4960 lbs), 1020 horsepower and WLTP range 628 km (390 miles)
- Porsche Taycan Turbo S: Cw 0.22, weight 2,295 kg (5,060 lbs), 750 horsepower and WLTP range of 450 km (280 mi)
- Audi e-Tron GT: Cw 0.24, weight 2490 kg (5490 lbs), 590 horsepower and WLTP range 417 km (259 miles)
- Jaguar I-PACE: Cw 0.29, weight 2,148 kg (4,735 lbs), 394 horsepower and WLTP range of 470 km (292 miles)
It is worth noting that the cars at the top of the list have the best combination Cw, weight, performance and range figures WLTP, while the car at the bottom of the list is the one with the worst combination in my opinion.
Many factors come into play when it comes to efficiency and reach, and it's not just about Cd or weight, but also for battery size, power management and regenerative braking. But as a rule, those manufacturers with the most experience have priority here. That's why it is Tesla as a rule, efficiency always comes first.
