Many modern EVs now offer around 300 miles of range, which is already plenty for many drivers. Since the average American drives about 30 to 35 miles per day, a 300-mile EV could last roughly a week between charges.
Based on data from more than 1 billion miles of real-world driving, a recent report found that EVs retain 97% of their range after 3 years and 95% after 5 years. That means a 300-mile EV would still offer about 291 miles after three years and 285 miles after five years.
That matters because many owners replace their vehicles within about six years, meaning many EVs may still retain most of their original range by the time they are replaced.
