Electric car charging times depend on the method of charging you use; the fastest Level 3 rapid chargers can bring your battery from 0 to 100% in as little as an hour, while Level 1 charging via a household outlet might take a full 24 hours. However, most EV owners install a Level 2 home charging system that can fully charge an EV in about eight hours. It’s worth noting that several other factors that may impact how long it takes to charge an electric car, such as the size of the battery and the type of vehicle. We put together this guide to help you get familiar with electric car charging times before you invest in a new EV — check it out below!
Your new EV will come standard 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 use 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 more and more common around McDonough and Byron, 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.
Do you drive a plug-in electric car like the Mazda CX-90 PHEV? The plug-in electric car charging time will be far shorter than with a fully electric vehicle since it takes less time to charge up a PHEV’s smaller battery. PHEVs use both an electric battery and a combustion engine, and most can drive on all-electric power for about 30 miles before switching to gasoline.
If there’s anything else you’d like to know about how long it takes to charge an electric car or other fuel-efficient Mazda models, all you need to do is ask! Our team is here to help you find a new ride that fits your driving needs and your budget. If you do opt for an EV, we can assist you with installing a home charging system.
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