A series of mandatory tests
These certification protocols are performed in laboratory settings based on standardised driving cycles (duration, speed, equipment, temperature, etc.) to measure the consumption and driving range of electric vehicles.
Prior to September 2017, the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) protocol was in effect. It has since been replaced by the WLTP protocol.
WLTP is more representative than NEDC. Its results are much closer to what you experience during your everyday journeys. It takes into consideration the type of vehicle, equipment and selected options.
In practical terms, driving range and consumption measured under the WLTP protocol more closely reflect actual usage compared to those measured with NEDC, and without any impact on the vehicle’s performance and consumption!