22” vs 20” OEM wheel options

One of the first “de-modifications” I performed when I started towing regularly was to get rid of my 22” wheels. They are heavier and have a significant decrease in range (for me ~20% reduction), even when not towing. Further, they also have a reduced weight capacity ( though only towing a popup was not an issue for me) along with a harsher ride.

ModelX-22v20

Ref: Teslike - Tesla Range Table

2020 vs 2021 comparison

2020 - 692 Wh/Mile 2020-Dover-Henlopen-Tow

2021 - 570 Wh/Mile 2021-Dover-Henlopen-Tow

As you can see, a more direct highway route used 9% more battery with minimal time savings (not accounting for traffic conditions here). Notable conditions

8 degrees hotter
4 MPH windier

Towing

Towing the camper is much more stressful then anything EV related. Lots of creeks and clunks coming from the camper have you constantly checking camera/mirrors. Most notably the worst scenario: blowout

Planning out your trip with A Better Route Planner can take some of the guesswork out of figuring out far you can go without a stop at a charger. The best way to estimate is to get a good handle of your Wh/Mile and plug those values into the app. I find myself forcing the routes onto side roads if I want to stretch out the trip. I also map out a point of no return such that if I make a specific charger less then my estimated value, I had better stop to play it safe. It is also worth noting that the Tesla nav system does a pretty good job of staying close to ABRP estimates and routes.