The figure was confirmed in the FKFS wind tunnels in Stuttgart, Germany, under Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) conditions. The results are particularly impressive when compared to other modern EVs.
The aerodynamic efficiency of the Tesla Model 3 is 0.23, compared to the Lucid Air's 0.21, and the original Tesla Model S' 0.24, among other models. The Lightyear 1 has an aerodynamic efficiency nearly as the Mercedes EQXX concept car, which has a Cd of 0.170.
Reducing drag coefficient is extremely important for increasing the efficiency of electric vehicles. Electric vehicles often have a shorter range than gasoline-powered cars, so reducing drag can help them go further on a single charge.
Its low Cd, combined with the Lightyear 0's solar panels, helps to give it an exceptional range. According to Lightyear, the car will have a WLTP range of approximately 388 miles (625 km). Owing to the sun, the car may recover up to 43 miles (70 km) of range per day in ideal conditions.
The Lightyear 0, which goes into production in two months, will start at a price of €250,000 ($249,731 USD at current exchange rates). Given that the car is so efficient and solar-powered though, this hardly comes as a surprise.
Source: Lightyear
