Tesla Conquers 457km Pyrenees Route from San Sebastián to Andorra Without Recharging
Content creator Iñaki from MisElectricos drives a Tesla through blizzards, rain, and mountain passes in nearly seven hours, arriving with 24%.
Key Points
- 457km trip from San Sebastián to Andorra via three mountain passes in heavy rain, wind, and snow.
- Nearly 7 hours; average consumption 16.5 kWh/100km despite near-freezing temps.
- Energy regeneration key on descents; arrived with 24% battery after one brief stop.
- Challenges EV range myths in extreme Pyrenees conditions.
A content creator from the specialised electric vehicle channel MisElectricos has successfully driven a Tesla from San Sebastián to Andorra without stopping to recharge, completing one of the most challenging routes for battery-powered cars.
Iñaki, who runs the channel, undertook the 457-kilometre journey accompanied by his friend Asier. The trip, which took nearly seven hours, faced severe weather conditions including heavy rain, strong winds and snow, as well as three consecutive mountain passes with temperatures near freezing.
The most demanding section came over the Pyrenees, where blizzards and tight bends tested the vehicle. Despite these obstacles, the Tesla's onboard computer showed an average energy consumption of just 16.5 kWh per 100 km upon arrival in Andorra la Vella—a figure that left Iñaki stunned. "It's incredible," he said, reacting to the display.
The vehicle's energy regeneration system played a key role, recapturing significant battery power during descents towards La Seu d'Urgell. Iñaki made only one brief technical stop in France, arriving in the Principat with 24% battery remaining.
The test highlights the feasibility of crossing the Pyrenees in extreme conditions using a fully electric car, challenging assumptions about range limitations on such demanding routes.
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