Tesla has lowered the range estimates across several Model Y, S, and X vehicles in the US, reducing the figure on certain trims by up to six percent.
Estimates for the Model S Plaid have also been updated — more specifically, the configuration with 19-inch wheels which has fallen from 396 miles to 359.
Drive Tesla reports that the changes are related to two things after reviewing internal company documents.
First, are “comfort and functionality improvements” made by Tesla that require more energy, and second is the implementation of revised EPA testing requirements that result in a “higher consumption and a slight decrease in overall range.”
Last October, the DOJ opened a probe into Tesla’s estimated mileage following reports that many of its figures were intentionally inflated.
Update January 5th, 8:18AM ET: Added report from Drive Tesla on reasons for the revised range estimates.
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