Charging at Home. Home fast charger

There’s no one size fits all answer. We’ll help you figure out what’s right for you.

There are a lot of factors to consider when shopping for home EV charging equipment for your electric vehicle. You certainly want to make sure you’re buying a unit from a reputable company, that the unit is safety certified, has a good warranty, and is built to last many years.

However, one of the most important considerations is: How powerful of a charging station do you need? Most battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) available today can accept between 40 to 48-amps while charging from a level 2, 240-volt source. However, there are charging stations available today that can deliver more power, and some that can deliver far less, so deciding how many amps you need for your EV charger might seem a little confusing.

There are four main questions you should consider before purchasing your home EV charging equipment.

How much power can your EV accept?

Electric vehicles are limited to accepting a certain amount of electricity which will be listed in either amperage (amps) or kilowatt (kW). All EVs have onboard chargers, which convert the electricity they receive in the form of alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) which is how it is stored in the vehicle’s battery.

The power of the onboard charger dictates how much AC power the vehicle can accept. Some EVs have more powerful onboard chargers than others, and they range in power from 16-amps (3.7 kW) up to 80-amps (19.2kW). Therefore, the first thing you need to consider is how much power can your EV accept.

How many miles do you usually drive?

Most Americans drive about 40 miles per day. With home EV charging, you only need to replenish the miles you drove that day because you can plug in every night when you arrive home. Therefore, it’s a good idea to know what your daily and weekly driving needs are, because you can probably get by just fine with a home charger that delivers much less power than your EV is capable of accepting.

If you do use a lower-powered home charger and occasionally need more range for a long trip, you can access public DC fast chargers to rapidly charge up for the long drive.

How much power is available at your home?

Your home has a limited supply of electricity, and you may not have enough available power to install a high-powered dedicated circuit for the EV charger without an expensive service upgrade.

You should always have an electrician perform a load calculation of your service before purchasing your EV, so you know if you can install a home charger, and if so, what is the maximum amperage it can deliver.

What is your EV charger budget?

Besides the cost of any possible electric service upgrades, you may need to install the dedicated EV charging circuit, you also need to consider the cost of the charger. Electric vehicle charging equipment can cost as little as 200, and it can also cost up to 2,000, depending on how powerful the unit is and what features it offers.

You should decide what you can and are willing to pay for the charger and installation before searching for a charger. Talk to your electrician about the difference in cost to install the charger based on how many amps it will deliver.

Lower-powered chargers should cost less to install because the thinner wire as well as the less-powerful circuit breaker will cost less than what is required for higher-powered chargers.

EV charging circuits and miles added

Eye on the future

While you may be just getting your first electric vehicle, it surely won’t be your last. The entire industry is in the early years of transitioning to EVs while internal combustion is being phased out. Therefore, it makes sense to consider down the road when you may have two EVs in the garage.

If you have the budget to install a high-powered circuit for charging now, it’s probably the right decision, even if your current EV cannot accept all the power the circuit can deliver. In a few years, you may need to charge two EVs at once, and the single high-powered circuit can power two EV chargers, and ultimately save you the expense of installing a second, lower-powered circuit.

So check out the video and let us know if you have any questions about your home EV charging needs. Leave your Комментарии и мнения владельцев and questions in the comment section below and we’ll try to answer them.

Charging at Home

Level 1 uses a standard household plug and an accessory charger that can be ordered with your Mercedes-EQ. This level is capable of charging your vehicle at a rate of around 2-4 miles per hour on a 110V circuit. Because of the very limited power output, we do not recommend relying on this method to charge your Mercedes-EQ vehicle. Level 2 Level 2 uses a separate wall box that can be purchased through ChargePoint. This home charging solution is capable of charging at a rate of around 20-30 miles per hour on a 240V circuit. At a maximum of 9.6 kW, the EQS can charge from 10 – 100% in just over 11 hours.

Ordering Installation

ChargePoint Home Flex

The Level 2 charger we recommend is the ChargePoint Home Flex, which is one of the most advanced and highly rated connected wallboxes on the market.

Installation

We recommend Qmerit to complete the installation of your home charger. The installation costs vary and depend on the individual setup of your home. Complete your home assessment and request a quote today.

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Charging your electric vehicle

Tips and resources about charging electric vehicles (EVs) at home or on the road from the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). Vehicle charging 101, public charging, charging at homes with or without garages and driveways, charging at an apartment, condo, or multiunit dwelling.

There are many options for charging electric vehicles today, from at home or at work to along the highway during a road trip. While it’s often convenient to charge at home, there are over 350 public charging plugs in Portland. and more on the way.

Electric vehicle charging 101

There are three main types of chargers that you will encounter: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 (also called DC Fast Charging):

• Level 1 charging uses a standard 120V outlet that you are likely to find in your garage. This is the slowest type of charging and will add an average of 5 miles per hour of charge. Also called “trickle charging,” this type of charging is not offered commercially and is typically only used at home.
• Level 2 charging requires a 240V outlet. These chargers can be installed in your home with a basic electrical upgrade and are very commonly used for public chargers. Level 2 chargers add 20 to 60 miles per hour of charge.
• Level 3 chargers, or DC Fast Chargers, are only used in commercial settings. These chargers are most often found along highways since they provide 60 to 100 miles per 20 minutes of charge. For example, the West Coast Electric Highway project is working to install DC Fast Chargers every 25 to 50 miles from the British Columbia to the Mexico border.

If you’re able to charge at home, that is likely the easiest and most affordable option. If not, the City is working to expand public charging opportunities, with a FOCUS on providing more convenient, safe and affordable chargers near multi-unit dwellings and commercial centers. Many workplaces also offer EV chargers in company parking lots or garages, so don’t forget to check with your employer when considering your charging options.

Public charging in Portland

Portland has worked with private sector partners to provide convenient, accessible charging for drivers since 2011 when Electric Avenue opened in downtown Portland, one of the nation’s first fast charging pods in the public right-of-way. The City has continued working to expand opportunities to charge since then, most recently with a new policy that is being developed to permit the installation of EV chargers in the public right-of-way in areas across the city.

There are several maps you can use to find available public charging stations and sort by network, connector type, power supply, price, and other filters. A few that are useful to be familiar with include the Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center, Plugshare, and ChargePoint.

How to use public chargers

How to charge your electric vehicle:

Locate charger of the correct plug type and speed

Make sure you can access the network

Park in the appropriate spot next to the charger

Follow instructions to plug the charger into your vehicle

Start the charge and relax!

Keep an eye on your charging app so you can move your car once the charge is complete

There are many vendors that manage public charging stations. The requirements for use vary by vendor, and while you might not need to be a paid member to use a vendor’s station, you do often need to have their mobile app downloaded. Often, becoming a member and using the vendor’s mobile app to facilitate charging offers a slight discount when you use that station. You should prepare to join at least one network but if you intend to rely heavily on public charging, you may want to consider registering with multiple vendors. Many vendors are making agreements to allow their users to “roam” freely by charging for no additional cost at another vendor’s station, so check your network’s roaming partners before registering elsewhere. Additionally, if you are planning a road trip, you might want to consider joining a network that focuses heavily on fast chargers along highway systems in the area where you will be traveling. The membership details for the most common EV charging vendors in Portland are below. The City of Portland does not endorse any of the vendors on this list. This list is solely for informational purposes, not for promotion: Chargepoint, Blink, Sema Charge, Tesla, Volta, OP Connect, EV Connect, Electrify America, Greenlots, and EVgo.

Home charging with a garage or driveway

The most common place to charge an EV is at home, and it’s often the least expensive.

If you live in a home with a garage or driveway you can charge your EV using a standard wall outlet, also known as Level 1 charging. This is a good option if you typically charge your EV overnight. You can also install a Level 2 charger for your personal use, which will charge your EV in a few hours. Level 2 chargers use 240 volts of electricity, which is similar to a standard electric dryer or oven and sometimes requires a simple electrical upgrade to your home. Before going forward with the electrical upgrade required for a Level 2 charger, you must apply for an electrical permit from the Bureau of Development Services.

Don’t forget to check for incentives or rebates – as of January 2023, Portland General Electric and Pacific Power customers are eligible for a rebate of up to 1,000 for installing an EV charger in their home. Additionally, the Inflation Reduction Act extended the federal tax credit on charging equipment through 2032, which covers up to 30% of sales price up to 1,000.

Home charging without a garage or driveway

To support residents who want to transition to an EV but do not have a garage or driveway, the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) has amended the Encroachment Manual to allow residents to run a Level 1 (110 volt) charging cord from their house and across the sidewalk to charge their EV at the curb, provided that their residence meets the specifications listed below in the cord cover allowance section.

Individual residents and businesses are prohibited from installing EV chargers in the public right-of-way. Given a variety of concerns. including health, life, and safety issues, liability concerns, state utility requirements, and more. this means Portlanders are prohibited from installing a Level 2 or DC fast charger curbside in front of their home or business. There are no exceptions to this and no process for appeals. Additionally, no public parking spaces are allowed to be reserved by private citizens for the purpose of EV charging, including for the cord cover allowance.

PBOT is currently developing policy to support public EV charging in commercial areas across Portland by permitted EV charging companies and local utilities, which would better support residents who are unable to charge at home. While that policy is being developed, PBOT is not issuing permits to install EV chargers in the public right-of-way.

Both public charging and workplace charging are valuable options for residents without garages or driveways at home. You can view all public charging stations in the area on this map and contact your workplace to see if there is charging availability there.

Cord cover allowance

In response to the many residents who have inquired about charging their electric vehicle curbside in front of their home, the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) has amended the Encroachment Manual to allow curbside charging with a cord cover in specific circumstances. Both renters and property owners are now allowed to run a Level 1 charging cord from their house and across the sidewalk area adjacent to their residence to charge their electric vehicle at the curb, provided that they use an ADA compliant cord cover. Parking spaces in front of residences may not be reserved for charging, and use of signage or other means to reserve the parking space in front of property is strictly prohibited and may be subject to penalties and fines pursuant to PBOT’s administrative rules. Cord covers must be used if there is a sidewalk or other hardscape walkable surface, such as concrete, pavement, or stone pavers, present in the area between your property line and the curb. Curbside charging with a cord cover is allowed by right if residents meet all the requirements below, meaning that no permit is required. Full details of the policy can be found in the Encroachment Manual.

Home charging in an apartment, condo, or other multiunit dwelling

If you live in an apartment building or other multiunit dwelling, the City of Portland is working to make EV charging accessible for you, too.

Building managers, owners, and homeowner’s associations can add EV charging to existing parking at multi-unit dwellings. If you’re not sure where to start, local nonprofit Forth Mobility helped assemble a roadmap to help guide the retrofit process of adding EV chargers in multi-unit dwellings.

Charging stations at multi-unit dwellings may also be eligible for incentives or rebates. As of January 2023, both local utilities Portland General Electric and Pacific Power offer their customers rebates for multi-unit dwelling charger installations.

The City is always looking ahead to find new ways to make transportation electrification easier, especially for Portlanders who cannot charge at home. One way this is happening is through the EV Ready Code Project, led by the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability. This project, currently under development, is crafting policy to ensure that new multi-unit dwelling and mixed-use developments with more than five units that include onsite parking will be built “EV Ready.” This means that electrical conduit will be installed in the parking area during construction to make the eventual installation of EV chargers cheaper and faster.

Charging your e-bike

E-bikes are becoming increasingly common on Portland’s streets and are a great electric mobility option that support the City’s climate and mode shift goals.

New models of e-bikes continue to enter the market, and their battery capacity ranges from 20 miles to 120 miles on a single charge. E-bikes can charge using a normal 120-volt outlet, so most people are able to charge their e-bike at home. However, recognizing that not all Portlanders can charge their e-bikes at home, PBOT included a requirement that 5% of bike parking must be near an outlet in a 2019 bike parking code update project.

There are also public charging opportunities for e-bikes across the state. The Oregon Department of Transportation upgraded all forty-seven charging stations along the West Coast Electric Highway in fall/winter 2022 to include a 120-volt outlet to provide free e-bike charging. The West Coast Electric Highway includes Interstate 5, Highway 101, and other major driving routes in Oregon and charging stations are available every 25 to 50 miles along the network.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: I live in an apartment building and want to buy an EV. What are my options for charging?

Answer: Some apartment buildings that have onsite parking, either in a parking lot or a garage, have installed EV chargers for their tenants. Reach out to your property manager or landlord to see what options are available in your situation.

If you’re unable to charge at home, there are still many opportunities to charge at public stations in Portland. Think about the places you drive regularly and look up public charging stations on this map from Plugshare. Many grocery stores, like Fred Meyer and New Seasons, have fast charging stations in their parking lot which will allow you to charge up while doing your weekly grocery shopping.

Finally, you can reach out to your employer and see if there are existing EV chargers are your workplace or, if not, you can advocate for their installation.

Question: I live in a single-family home without a garage or driveway. How do I charge my EV?

Answer: The Portland Bureau of Transportation recently updated a policy to allow for charging curbside in front of your house if you meet certain conditions. The cord cover allowance in the Encroachment Manual allows for individuals that live in a single-family residential zone and on a local service traffic street with a running grade of 10% or less to run a Level 1 (110 – 120 volt) extension cord from their property across the sidewalk to their car parked at the curb, provided that an ADA compliant cord cover is used.

You can find out if you live in a single-family residential zone using this map.

You can find examples of ADA compliant cord covers under the section titled “Home Charging Without a Garage or Driveway” on this webpage.

Please note that this allowance only allows Level 1 charging cords, not Level 2 or higher charging cords, to be run across the sidewalk. It also does not allow for residents to reserve parking spaces specifically for their personal charging use. If you would like to consult the full rule, the full text of cord cover allowance can be found in Section C.22 of the Encroachment Manual.

Question: Can the Cord Cover allowance include L2 cords, not just L1?

Answer: Given a variety of concerns – including health, life, and safety issues, liability concerns and more – Portlanders are prohibited from using a Level 2 (220 – 240 volt) or higher voltage cord to charge curbside under the cord cover allowance. Only Level 1 cords (110 – 120 volt) extension cords can be used at this time.

Question: Can I install a 220 – 240-volt outlet with outdoor rated conduit underneath the sidewalk and into the furnishing zone to charge my vehicle curbside in front of my home?

Answer: At this time, the installation of an outlet in the public right-of-way by an individual resident is prohibited. There are several factors that contributed to this decision, including health, life, and safety issues, liability concerns, and state utility location requirements, among others. Additionally, private citizens are prohibited from installing infrastructure for their private use in the public right-of-way, which would essentially privatize a public space. This private asset in a public space also raises several difficult policy questions, including who is responsible for the asset if the owner relocates.

Question: Can I install a L2/DC fast pedestal charger curbside in front of my residence for personal use?

Answer: At this time, only utilities and charging companies that meet City requirements will be allowed to install EV chargers in the public right-of-way, not businesses, private groups, or individual residents. There are several factors that contributed to this decision, including health, life, and safety issues, liability concerns; and, state utility location requirements, among others. Additionally, private citizens are generally prohibited from installing infrastructure for their private use in the public right-of-way, which could essentially privatize a public space. Having private assets in a public space also raises several difficult policy questions, including who is responsible for the asset if the owner relocates.

Another concern is that the infrastructural requirements of siting charging stations and the multidisciplinary coordination necessary to connect to the grid and install the asset in a public space are complex and costly and present substantial barriers. While navigating this space and financing the process might be attainable for some individuals, groups, or businesses, it is not attainable for all and could exclude many Portlanders.

Question: Can I install a Level 2 or DC fast pedestal charger curbside in front of my residence or business if I allow it to be used by the public?

Answer: At this time, that is not permitted. In addition to the concerns listed in the above answer, the challenges presented by privately-owned, publicly available infrastructure in public spaces are numerous and difficult to reconcile. Many difficult policy questions are raised by a privately-owned, publicly available asset in public space: who is responsible for maintaining the charger in a state of good repair; should the City cite the owner if a charger remains out-of-service for an unreasonable amount of time; who is responsible for the asset if the owner relocates; and, who sets and collects the parking meter and charging rate. While these questions may have conceivable answers, considering the other barriers to participation in the program, PBOT has decided that limiting the permit to the charging station vendors who are best equipped to navigate and finance this process creates a practical regulatory environment to effectively manage the program.

Home fast charger

Use our services to charge your all-electric conveniently and efficiently at home.

Products for charging at home.

With charging equipment, you can charge your electric vehicle at home not only faster, but also more conveniently.

• Use: at home
• 5-inch touch screen
• Fully supports Wi-Fi or Power Line Communication (PLC)
• Charging time: full charge in less than five hours (while charging with 19.2 kW in combination with the 19.2 kW on-board charger)
• Charging at household¹ or industrial electrical outlets
• Flexible installation on indoor garage walls, outdoor walls or the Charging Pedestal²
• Product variant³: Variable power outputs (from 1.2kW to 19.2kW) for maximum compatibility
• Compatibility: all plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles⁴

¹Note: the charging process at a household socket must be monitored. Do not use extension cords or multi-outlet adapters.

²Installation must be performed by a professional electrician.

³Market-specific offer. The maximum charging capability of your vehicle depends on the combination of the charging hardware/circuit in your home and the (AC) on-board charger of your.

⁴The charging equipment is only suitable for use with vehicles that meet the general standards and guidelines for electric vehicles. When driving abroad, the appropriate supply cable for the charging equipment for the respective country must always be carried. Compatibility is only guaranteed for electrified vehicles with a type 1 connector.

• Charging time: full charge in up to 9.5 hours Performance Battery/10.5 hours Performance Battery Plus (in ideal conditions)
• Level 1 (120V) and Level 2 (240V NEMA 14-50) capable.
• Use: at home or on the road
• Product variants: 7.2 kW, 9.6 kW,
• Compatibility: all plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles
• Required cables are included

Smart charger with additional features.

• Charging time: full charge in up to 9.5 hours with the Performance Battery/10.5 hours with the Performance Battery Plus Enables Wi-Fi connectivity
• Equipped with a 5-inch touch display
• Level 1 (120V) and Level 2 (240V NEMA 14-50) capable.Use: at home or on the road
• Product variant:9.6 kW
• Compatibility: all plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles
• Required cables and basic wall mount are included

Connect.

You can comfortably access Connect services and operate various vehicle functions using the My app. For example, you can control the charging process, check the state of charge of your battery or bring your all-electric to a comfortable temperature before you start your trip.

When charging on the road, offers you a special deal together with its partner, Electrify America. At our partner’s stations, you can charge for 30 minutes (DC) or 60 minutes (AC) free of charge.

Services for charging on the road.

An extensive charging infrastructure is available in the USA, so you can charge your all-electric on the road. The charging map helps you find a charging station nearby.

Where can I charge on the road?

As an interactive charging map, the charging map provides you with an overview of all charging stations – at your home and when traveling. Simply select your desired location and we will show you where you can conveniently charge your electric vehicle on the road and at your destination.

Connect.

You can comfortably access Connect services and operate various vehicle functions using the My app. For example, you can control the charging process, check the state of charge of your battery or bring your all-electric to a comfortable temperature before you start your trip.

Products for charging on the road.

Be optimally equipped on the road so you can charge your all-electric quickly and easily.

The Plug Types for the

Your is equipped with two charging ports for maximum charging compatibility, the driver side with a J1772 AC charging socket, and the passenger side with a CCS Combo socket with AC and DC charging capabilities.

This is the most common plug that will charge your. Available across multiple charging providers and works universally across most brands of Electric Vehicles.

• Based on the SAE standard
• AC power supply only
• Charging power up to19.2 kW
• Usage at home or on the road

This is the fastest way to charge your. Available across multiple charging providers and works universally across most brands of Electric Vehicles.

• Based on the SAE standard
• Supplies DC power to battery without the need to be converted
• Charging power up to 350 kW
• Usage on the road

The maximum charging speed a can accept is either 225kW (Performance Battery) or 270kW (Performance Battery Plus)

Accessories for public charging pedestals.

We offer the accessories you need to charge your model with all-electric drive technology at public charging stations.

• Charging time: full charge in up to 9.5 hours Performance Battery/10.5 hours Performance Battery Plus (in ideal conditions)
• Level 1 (120V) and Level 2 (240V NEMA 14-50) capable.
• Use: at home or on the road
• Product variants: 7.2 kW, 9.6 kW,
• Compatibility: all plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles
• Required cables are included

Smart charger with additional features.

• Charging time: full charge in up to 9.5 hours with the Performance Battery/10.5 hours with the Performance Battery Plus Enables Wi-Fi connectivity
• Equipped with a 5-inch touch display
• Level 1 (120V) and Level 2 (240V NEMA 14-50) capable.Use: at home or on the road
• Product variant:9.6 kW
• Compatibility: all plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles
• Required cables and basic wall mount are included

For even shorter charging times when charging outside the Charging Service network.

• Boost charging speeds from 50kW to up to 150kW when charging on older 400 volts networks.
• Enables even shorter charging times at older 400V Fast charging stations
• Use: on the road
• only for the

We come to wherever you are. With our network of destination charging stations, we are ready for you at exclusive destinations so that you can easily charge your electric vehicle there, too. An overview of our destination charging partners can be found in the charging map. As the driver of a electric vehicle, you can charge there for free.

With our Destination Charging infrastructure, we go wherever you do — be it exceptional hotels, fine restaurants, golf courses or marinas. As the driver of a electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid model, you can charge there for free as a guest. An overview of all Destination Charging partners can be found in the Charge Map.

Replenish your own energy reserves while your electric or plug-in hybrid model is charging its supply of pure driving pleasure. With our selected partners, you can enjoy a relaxing stay at exclusive destinations and use our easy and convenient on-site charging solutions.

Destination Charging highlights.

Use the exclusive benefits of Destination Charging and enjoy a worry-free charging experience at your destination.

Your benefits

Benefit from more than 4,200 charging points worldwide for fast, convenient and free charging of your fully electric or plug-in hybrid model when you are a guest at selected partners – Destination Charging.

Find charging stations on your route using the Charge Map.

The Charge Map shows you available charging stations on your route. This allows you to plan charging stops with consideration of your car’s range.

FAQs.

Charging models with all-electric drive technology.

At HomeWherever you park at home, you simply plug the vehicle in with the charger that comes with every. To fully utilize the charger that comes standard with the. a 240V outlet is highly recommended. The vehicle also comes with a 120V adapter that allows the vehicle to charge on a normal household plug. However, due to slower charging speeds (~3 days for a full charge) it is not recommend for normal use, but it comes in handy in situations where a 240v outlet is hard to find.

On The Road through its partnership with Electrify America, provides owners with access to a growing number of charging stations. Additionally, every new purchased comes with unlimited, 30-minute charging sessions for 3 years at all Electrify America stations. The Charging Planner can also help to map out charging station stops along your desired route. Additional charging station providers are available in certain parts of the country and typically require the use of an app, RFID card, or credit card for payment.

It can depend on a few factors like ambient temperature, battery temperature, the charger’s charging power and the vehicles state of charge (SoC).A can charge 75% (5%-80%) of the battery in 22.5 minutes with a 350kw charger. A 50kw charger will offer a slower charging time of closer to an hour.

¹ Charging times and capacity: The specified charging capacities and charging times depend on various factors: In general, charging capacity and time vary due to factors such as the available connection output of the country-specific energy infrastructure, customer specific home installation, temperature, preconditioning of the interior of the car, state of charge and age of the battery due to physical and chemical limits. These factors can significantly increase the charging times compared to the specified values. AC charging (AC = alternating current) is recommended for charging at home. By using an 240V (AC) socket, you can achieve greater efficiency and much shorter charging times than by charging at a household outlet. Note: The 0 to 100 percent charging times listed in the table have been calculated as a guide and may differ in everyday use.

² Charging times and capacity: The specified charging capacities and charging times depend on various factors: In general, charging capacity and time vary due to factors such as the available connection output of the country-specific energy infrastructure, customer specific home installation, temperature, preconditioning of the interior of the car, state of charge and age of the battery due to physical and chemical limits. These factors can significantly increase the charging times compared to the specified values. For the best value of the specified DC charging time (DC = direct current) for increasing the state of charge from 5 to 80 percent, a CCS (Combined Charging System) DC Fast Charger with 270 kW and 850 V and a battery temperature between 86°F and 95°F are required. The state of charge at the start of the charging process must not exceed 5 percent. For physical and chemical reasons, the charging speed decreases as soon as the battery approaches its full capacity (attaching ions to the electrode becomes more difficult). As a result, it usually makes sense to charge the battery up to 80 percent or to a state corresponding to the required range when charging using DC fast charging. Primarily using CCS fast charging stations will result in longer charging times in the long term. For regular DC fast charging, a charging capacity of 50 kW or less is recommended. Vehicles equipped with the 79.2 kWh Performance Battery can accept up to 225kw and those equipped with the 93.4 kWh Performance Battery Plus can accept up to 270kw.

³ Only with option KM2 On-board 150 kW/400V DC Charger, otherwise 400V chargers will charge at 50kW

Your can be conveniently charged in various everyday situations: at home, at public charging stations along your route, and at your destination.

The Charging Service offers you an overview and standard access to public charging points for charging en route and at the destination. These include charging points on highways, in cities, and at your authorized dealer. Destination Charging is available to you at selected destinations, for example luxury hotels.

offers various home charging equipment such as the Mobile Charger Plus, Mobile Charger Connect and Wall Charger Connect as standard and optional equipment depending on vehicle.

You can purchase the Mobile Charger Connect via your authorized dealer and the Wall Charger Connect from the Online Shop

The Best Home EV Chargers of 2023

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If you’re shopping for a home charging station, you have a lot of options—arguably too many. As electric car sales have taken off, the charging-equipment market has been flooded with products advertising the same basic attributes. This guide is your panacea for option paralysis. We’ve sifted through the heap to find the best home EV chargers, so you don’t have to.

We started by poring over specifications and scouring customer reviews to find the most promising chargers. That research narrowed our FOCUS to seven units that we installed in the garages of several of our editors and lived with for six months as a parade of EVs ranging from the 28,795 Chevrolet Bolt EUV to the 180,650 Lucid Air passed through our fleet. We used that experience to sniff out the nuances that separate the best from the rest.

The 240-volt Level 2 chargers listed here can be used with any electric vehicle or plug-in electric vehicle (PHEV) on sale in the United States and Canada (Tesla owners will need to use the J1772 adapter that came with their vehicle in some cases). Our top picks have a few common traits: They all can be installed indoors or outdoors, and every unit has been certified by Underwriters Laboratories (now known as UL Solutions) or Intertek, two trusted, independent safety organizations. Our favorite home EV chargers are also capable of delivering at least 9.6 kilowatts of power, which will add about 29 miles per hour of charging for a midsize crossover SUV like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 or approximately 18 miles per hour for the Ford F-150 Lightning. Even if your current vehicle can’t make full use of all that power, using 9.6 kW as a baseline futureproofs your home setup for vehicles you may buy or lease in the next decade.

This guide has been written to help you find the right Level 2 home charging station for your needs. Be sure to check out some of our other helpful EV stories including 3 Things to Know Before Buying An EV and How Much It Costs to Charge an Electric Car by State.

The Best EV Home Charger for Most People: Grizzl-E Classic

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The Grizzl-E Classic’s great price, multiple installation options, and durable construction make it the best option for most EV and plug-in hybrid drivers. The Classic is a no-frills home EV charger that gets the basics right. The 23.9-foot cable has the reach to accommodate multiple parking positions and the flexibility to easily coil and uncoil it. It’s also among the most affordable 9.6-kW Level 2 chargers with the Underwriters Laboratories stamp of approval. Many cheaper home charging stations, even if they’re less powerful, require you to give up that peace of mind.

Grizzl-E ClassicCHECK CURRENT PRICE MSRP: 395Max power: 9.6 kWCable length/diameter: 23.9 ft/0.9 inInstallation: 14-50 plug, 6-50 plug, or hardwire

The Classic doesn’t have Wi-Fi connectivity or a smartphone app, and you can’t use it to track your energy consumption and costs, or schedule charging during set times of the day. We think that simplicity is a selling point, rather than a shortcoming, as Wi-Fi-enabled Smart chargers are overkill for the average driver. The apps are often clunky, and the key selling point—programming charging to start at a certain time—duplicates a feature built into most EVs. With the Grizzl-E Classic, charging is as simple as it should be, and the lack of connectivity leads to a lower price. If you’re set on buying a home charging station with more advanced features, however, check out our pick for the best Smart EV charger below.

The Grizzl-E’s basic design lacks the curves of the competition for good reason. While most home charging stations are made of plastic, Grizzl-E’s Classic is built around an aluminum enclosure. That makes it an especially Smart choice for anyone installing one outdoors, where extreme temperatures and sunlight quickly age plastic.

Grizzl-E sells the classic with either a NEMA 14-50 or NEMA 6-50 plug, which means homeowners with an existing 240-volt outlet in the garage and basic DIY skills can install it without hiring an electrician. Alternatively, either unit can also be hardwired by a professional.

The Best EV Home Charger for Tesla Drivers: Tesla Wall Connector

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The Tesla Wall Connector is a masterpiece of industrial design that’s as functional as it is beautiful. The sleek, wall-mounted box doubles as the cable storage hook and features a holster on the side (rather than the front) that keeps the charging cord out of the way when it’s not in use. The Wall Connecter’s 1.8-inch-circumference cable—the slimmest of any home EV charger we tested—is lighter and more flexible than the unwieldy cords on most 11.5-kW Level 2 chargers.

Note that the unit pictured here is Tesla’s J1772 Wall Connector for non-Tesla vehicles. The version with Tesla’s proprietary charging port is white but otherwise visually identical. We like the J1772 Wall Connector so much, we considered naming it our top pick for all EV drivers, but the price keeps us from giving it that full endorsement. Tesla charges a hefty premium to anyone buying its home charging station to power a Ford, Hyundai, Chevrolet, or any other competitor’s EV.

Tesla Wall Connector (for Tesla vehicles)CHECK CURRENT PRICE MSRP: 425Max power: 11.5 kWCable length/diameter: 24.1 ft/0.6 inInstallation: Hardwire

Tesla J1772 Wall Connector (for non-Tesla vehicles)CHECK CURRENT PRICE MSRP: 550Max power: 11.5 kWCable length/diameter: 24.1 ft/0.6 inInstallation: Hardwire

The Wall Connector has Wi-Fi, but as this story was being written, it couldn’t be linked with Tesla’s app. Instead, the connectivity is only used during the initial setup and for over-the-air software updates. That shouldn’t be a deal breaker for Tesla drivers since the app pulls plenty of charging information directly from Tesla vehicles.

Data nerds and those who drive non-Tesla vehicles can get some information from the Wall Connector using a third-party app called Wall Monitor. It’s more intuitive and better-looking than the apps developed by charging-station manufacturers like Emporia and Wallbox, but it has some limitations. Wall Monitor is only available for iOS devices and only works when your phone or tablet is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the charging station. The app maker also acknowledges that the information it pulls from Tesla’s home charging station can contain errors that it is powerless to fix.

The Best Smart EV Home Charger: Emporia EV Charger

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The Wi-Fi-enabled Emporia EV Charger packs a ton of features into its reasonable price tag. When hardwired to your home’s electrical system, it delivers up to 11.5 kW for faster charging than the Grizzl-E Classic. (Using the NEMA 14-50 plug requires limiting the power to 9.6 kW.) Emporia’s app also makes it easy to schedule charging and track your costs if you’re on a time-of-use electric plan that makes it cheaper to charge at night and during weekends.

Emporia EV ChargerCHECK CURRENT PRICE MSRP: 399Max power: 11.5 kWCable length/diameter: 24.3 ft/0.9 inInstallation: 14-50 plug or hardwire

The Emporia EV Charger arguably offers more for your money than the Grizzl-E Classic, but it’s not our top pick because it’s better suited for power users rather than the general EV-driving population. Its cable is thicker, heavier, and stiffer than the Grizzl-E’s, and it can be cumbersome to neatly coil in small spaces. Data junkies will love the detailed graphs and the ability to export stats from the app to CSV files, but the average driver is more likely to wonder why the app can’t show the battery’s state of charge, the vehicle’s estimated range, or how much time is remaining until the battery is full. That’s not Emporia’s fault, though. No home charging station can report that information due to the limitations of the SAE J1772 charging protocol used by all automakers except Tesla. That glaring omission in the industry standard is one reason we think Wi-Fi connectivity is a nice to have rather than a need to have for a home EV charger.

Emporia sells additional Smart home products that integrate with the app to provide deeper insights for the electron counters. Its Smart Plug enables remote control and energy logging of a single electronic device, while the Vue energy monitor allows users to analyze energy consumption for their whole house and individual circuits. An EV driver with home solar panels can link the Vue with the Emporia EV charger to power their vehicle only when the panels are generating more electricity than the rest of the house is consuming.

OTHER HOME EV CHARGERS WORTH CONSIDERING

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ChargePoint Home FlexCHECK CURRENT PRICEMSRP: 749Max power: 9.6 kWCable length/diameter: 22.6 ft/0.7 inInstallation: 14-50 plug, 6-50 plug, or hardwire

The ChargePoint Home Flex is a fantastic charging station if cost is no object. The integrated cord hook and pivoting holster make it the next best thing behind Tesla’s design. ChargePoint also makes the most intuitive app of the units we tested, largely because it keeps things simple and offers only basic functions such as energy reporting, cost tracking, and charge scheduling. The Home Flex is one of our favorite home EV chargers, but the price premium is steep considering you’re only getting aesthetic improvements over our top picks.

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J Booster 2CHECK CURRENT PRICE MSRP: 549Max power: 9.6 kWCable length/diameter: 18.7 ft/0.6 inInstallation: 14-50 plug

The J Booster 2 can be used as both a home charging station and a mobile charging cord, making it a Smart option for an EV driver who frequently travels to a vacation home or campgrounds with 240-volt outlets. It’s built from durable materials to handle abuse on the road and stores neatly in the included travel case. Used as a home EV charger, though, the J Booster 2 is a compromise. The mounting bracket effectively shortens the cable length by nearly 2 feet and places the integrated cable hook so close to the floor, you’ll likely need to buy a separate hook. (A Booster 2 with an extra four feet of cable is available for an additional 100.) Another downside: The Booster 2 only comes with adapters for a standard 120-volt household outlet and a NEMA 14-50 plug, and additional adapters aren’t cheap.

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Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40ACHECK CURRENT PRICE MSRP: 649Max power: 9.6 kWCable length/diameter: 24.3 ft/0.7 inInstallation: 14-50 plug or hardwire

The Wi-Fi-enabled Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40A allows a user to monitor energy consumption and schedule charging through an app that’s more user-friendly than most, but it can’t accurately track costs if you have a variable-rate time-of-use plan. It does stand apart from the crowd if you want to charge multiple EVs simultaneously, charge using solar panels, or charge at full power without upgrading your home’s limited electrical service. These features all require buying additional hardware.

Wallbox Pulsar Plus 48ACHECK CURRENT PRICE MSRP: 699Max power: 11.5 kWCable length/diameter: 24.3 ft/0.9 inInstallation: Hardwire

Compared to the Pulsar Plus 40A, the 48A delivers faster charging to vehicles that can accept its full 11.5 kW. The trade-offs for more power include a higher price, a bulkier charging cable, and a requirement to hardwire the unit.

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