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Which model is the better choice: Standard Range (RWD) or Long Range (AWD)?

Those who drive a lot of long distances, live in very cold regions or value all-wheel drive and the premium sound system usually go for the Long Range. For normal everyday life and the daily commute, the base variant (Standard Range) is completely sufficient. A big plus of the base model: its LFP battery tolerates daily charging to 100% far better than the Long Range battery, which in everyday use should usually only be charged to 80%.

Those who drive a lot of long distances, live in very cold regions or value all-wheel drive and the premium sound system usually go for the Long Range. For normal everyday life and the daily commute, the base variant (Standard Range) is completely sufficient. A big plus of the base model: its LFP battery tolerates daily charging to 100% far better than the Long Range battery, which in everyday use should usually only be charged to 80%.

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