With the popularity of new energy vehicles, air conditioning systems have also become an important consideration when buying a car. Compared with traditional fuel vehicles, the air conditioning of new energy vehicles relies on electricity, and the types and energy consumption performance vary greatly. Today, let’s talk about how to choose air conditioning for new energy vehicles.
Look at the climate environment
– Cold areas in the north: give priority to heat pump + PTC assistance to ensure heating effect and endurance.
– Warm areas in the south: ordinary electric compressor air conditioning is sufficient, and PTC is also acceptable.
Look at the endurance requirements
– Long-distance/winter car use → choose heat pump air conditioning (little impact on endurance).
– Short-distance travel → PTC or ordinary electric compressor is enough.
Look at the budget
– Adequate budget: directly use heat pump air conditioning (common in mid-to-high-end models).
– Limited budget: PTC air conditioning is enough, but endurance in winter will be affected.
Look at intelligent functions
– Remote control: turn on the air conditioner in advance to improve comfort (such as Tesla, BYD APP control).
– Intelligent temperature control: Combined with navigation automatic adjustment, optimize energy consumption (such as Weilai, Xiaopeng). Tips for use
In summer: open the window remotely for ventilation before getting in the car, then turn on the air conditioner to avoid direct maximum air volume.
In winter: use seat/steering wheel heating first, which is more energy-saving than air conditioning heating.
Distance driving: use air conditioning + cruise mode reasonably to reduce power consumption due to frequent starts and stops.
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