extended range

A range extender is a fuel-based auxiliary power unit (APU) that extends the range of a battery electric vehicle by driving an electric generator that charges the vehicle's battery. This arrangement is known as a series hybrid drivetrain. The most commonly used range extenders are internal combustion engines, but fuel-cells or other engine types can be used.Range extender vehicles are also referred to as extended-range electric vehicles (EREV), range-extended electric vehicles (REEV), and range-extended battery-electric vehicle (BEVx) by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).Many range extender vehicles, including the Chevrolet Volt and the BMW i3, are able to charge their batteries from the grid as well as from the range extender, and therefore are a type of plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).

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  1. T

    MG4 model advice please

    Hi all new member here wanting to make the switch to electric. I'm looking at a roughly 2 year old MG4 Trophy but can't make my mind up between a long range and an extended range. I don't need the extra range as my journey lengths are rarely in excess of 100 mile round trips, but i notice when...
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  2. B

    MG4 Trophy What a car.

    Hello After seeing some posts regarding the MG4 I thought I would share my thoughts with you .I have an 2024 MG 4 Trophy Extended range .All updates carried out . It is without doubt one of the best cars I’ve ever owned/driven. Never had any problems apart from the windscreen washers been...
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  3. Morg

    New MG4 OR IM5

    So Evie my MG4 is coming g up 3yrs old. Booked for service and MOT next month. Taken up offer of IM5 test drive on the day. Should I look to a new extended range MG4 on PCP or lease an IM5 if I like it?
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  4. ArfurM

    MG4 Extended range discontinued?

    Hi Folks, I'm actually an MG5 owner taking an S5 for a spin shortly, and I was asking the dealer the likelyhood that there will be an XR version of the S5, as it's based on the MG4? I got caught out last time buying the MG5 SR and then they launched the LR version 3 weeks later!:rolleyes...
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  5. W

    Does anyone know the paint code for the Silver paint on a MG4 extended range alloy 18”wheel.

    Does anyone know the paint code for the Silver paint on a MG4 extended range alloy 18”wheel.
  6. Everest

    Why so few ER's?

    Is there a reason why there are so few Extended Range MG4's for sale? Number for sale on Autotrader of different models is... Musing whether it is because; a) the ER was too expensive to buy new ? b) lots have been made and sold and they're so good that no one is selling them ? c) they're a...
  7. Blu

    To go Extended range - To XR or not XR.

    OK, I'm heading to the dealership soon, my  MG6 is almost at 100,000ks. Im a 99% city driver, my longest trips are 150k (95miles) round trips 4 times a month to play Golf. Otherwise daily 20- 30ks once or twice a year I can do a trip to see family 900k (560m) each way. On my home I have a 6.5 kW...
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    • Forum: MG4 EV Forum
  8. C

    MG4 EV real world range for Trophy extended range model

    MG4 EV real world range for extended range model Hi everyone, Apologies if I have missed this in my searches but I am looking at leasing the MG4 EV Extended Range and wondered if anyone has one (or the long range) and can advise what sort of range you get in and around town/city, on 60mph...
  9. S

    MG4 Extended range real world range

    hi everyone! I was wondering if you could advise what's the real world range you're getting from from your 74kwh extended range? I'm currently driving MG5 LR and i get anywhere between 170-230 miles depending on weather, conditions etc. We're looking at upgrading, and I was thinking ID3 77kwh...
    • staarek
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    • Forum: MG4 EV Forum
  10. jamherber

    Tesla Model 3 to X-power or Extended range

    So, new to this forum - seems like a great friendly place with loads of useful info. Just coming to the end of a 4 year lease on a Tesla model 3 SR+ (our first EV) and 70k miles so know it quite well but now fancy a change. Lots of positives about the car (quite a few quirky annoyances as...
  11. T

    iPhone problem with EV4SE Extended range

    Help, had an iPhone XR bought upgraded to a 15, didn’t help that the usb-c port didn’t work got an adapter for the charger so I could plug into the usb, couldn’t get car play to work, read all the threads finally tried switching on and off both the car and phone worked then tried again and...
  12. M

    Two tone roof

    Can anyone confirm if the trophy long range model comes with a two tone roof as standard or is this exclusive to the trophy extended range spec ?
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  13. rjhfandclf

    Space-saver spare wheel queries ...

    With at least 80% of my mileage is on long trips to SW France, and being of an age now when I adopt at least a belt and braces (+ string and sellotape, if poss) approach, I am looking at various 'precautions' before my first trip in 2024. One thing I am looking into buying is a space-saver [and...
  14. D

    Quick Question for a Quick Answer - MG4 Trophy Extended Range

    Hi All, Can someone let me know the real world range of this car travelling on the motorway please? Say at 65mph in winter. MG website estimates 239 miles. Many thanks ?
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  15. M

    DAB/FM radio not working 2023 MG4 Extended range

    Anyone else had the same problem or hopefully a solution? My DAB radio worked fine when i picked the car up a few weeks ago but next day during the journey (the start of a week long holiday in Devon) the radio stopped working. I've been back to the dealer who seems stumped. The system has been...
    • Mannakin
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    • dab radio extended range mg4 not working
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  16. calwoo

    First long run in Extended Range version

    Today’s visit to RSPB Titchwell was a delightful experience. 135 miles getting there (having stayed on the A14 for too long) and 120 miles returning. LKA + TJA switched on from the start and they proved invaluable for safe and relaxed driving on A roads and motorways, but much less useful on...
  17. fatboyfat1981

    Extended Range ZS?

    Just seen the MG4 extended range, whilst its a bit premature to think of a Moby replacement it did get me thinking: do we think that MG will do a ZS with an even bigger battery or will we have to wait until the MK3 comes out?
  18. TallPaul

    Extended Range

    I have the chance to purchase an in-stock brand new MG4 Extended range tomorrow. Before travelling over 50 miles to view the car, a few things bother me. Has the under tray issue been resolved on the latest version, as well as the reduction oil leak? How is the latest software, lane keep assist...
  19. M

    MG4 Trophy Extended Range

    The MG4 Trophy Extended Long Range is now available. Links: https://www.mg.co.uk/new-cars/mg4-ev https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/mg-4-extended-range-brings-323-miles-%C2%A336495 " The new variant receives a 74.4kWh (usable) battery in place of the Long Range’s 61.7kWh pack. " & "...
  20. tony powell

    MG4 with extended range this year?

    Any news on the MG4 with the 77 kWh battery? My dealer said it would be available to order this summer. It seems that it is available in Australia.
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