Heat pump in the electric car: heating and cooling as a common system

Useful to know

The heat pump unit can combine heating and cooling functions into an electric vehicle. In the specific Bosch solution, it is used for cabin air conditioning and for pre-temperature preparation or cooling of the high-voltage battery. [1]

This does not mean that every car labeled "heat pump" uses exactly the same module or the same modes. The source presents its own product with specific integration, rather than a common specification for all brands.

Practically when comparing equipment, check what actually serves the system in the chosen model. Separate the presence of a module from the results at a specific temperature and mode of use.

We don't promise a permanent extra run. Energy for comfort and battery management is part of the total cost, but the effect depends on the whole system. Numbers for a particular product should not be automatically carried over to another vehicle or other refrigerant.