How long it takes to charge an electric car depends on the charging method. That said, the charging times will vary. If you are shopping for an electric vehicle, you should know about the common charging options and their speeds. Below, Mercedes-Benz of West Chester will go over the information you need to know before electrifying your Chadds Ford travels with an electric vehicle.
Your new EV will come with a Level 1 charger. Most drivers keep this in the vehicle as a backup, rather than using it as a sole charging method. Level 1 chargers provide an estimated four miles of range per charging hour.
Level 2 (240V+) chargers must be professionally installed and can charge your EV much faster than level 1 chargers. Level 2 chargers provide an estimated 24 miles of range per charging hour.
Level 2 public charging stations are becoming more common, and they provide similar charging speeds to Level 2 home chargers. You can often find them at major retailers, like Walgreens, Kohl’s, and Whole Foods, as well as at universities, hotels, and parking garages.
Some public chargers offer 150 kW rapid charging, and these can power up your EV faster than any other charging method. However, they’re usually only available along major highways and freeways and cannot be installed at home. Level 3 chargers provide up to 60 to 100 miles of range per twenty minutes of charging.
Are you thinking about getting a plug-in hybrid vehicle in the Media area? If so, your charging times could be significantly shorter. Typically, these vehicles take between 1 to 4 hours to fully charge. Why is this? Plug-in hybrid vehicles don’t rely solely on electricity; they use a combination of electric power and gasoline. Often, they operate on electric power for short distances or at lower speeds before switching to gasoline.
So, what is the electric car charging time for a full charge? Most home chargers provide 3.7 kW or 7 kW charging. In contrast, public stations offer more powerful options: 22 kW charging, 43-50 kW rapid charging, and 150 kW rapid charging. Depending on your vehicle, this means you could achieve a full charge (0-100%) in about an hour with rapid charging. Alternatively, it might take 4, 6, or even 11 hours to fully charge your vehicle, depending on the charging method and your car’s battery capacity.
After learning how long it takes to charge an electric car, what’s next? Continue your research by learning about electric cars’ battery life or how reliable these vehicles are. Be sure to reach out to our dealership near Glenmoore if you have any questions!
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