Charging an electric vehicle is a new task for Ames and Indianola drivers who’ve decided they’re finished with high gasoline prices, and made the switch to an electric vehicle like the Mustang Mach-E or new Dodge Charger. Knowing how long it takes to charge an electric car can help you decide which EV fits your lifestyle, and which home charging option is right for you. Find out about the different charging levels and how long it takes to charge an electric car with the DeYarman Automotive Group service department.
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 more and more common around Indianola and Des Moines, 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 hybrid? 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, how long is a fully electric car charging time? 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.
When you shop with DeYarman Automotive Group you’re not limited to one make of EVs and PHEVs. You’ll find favorite electric models from Chevy, Ford, RAM, Dodge, Jeep, and more. We provide the selection you need to ensure that you get the EV or PHEV that suits your needs. If you’d like to learn more about making the switch to electric, visit our research hub. You’ll find a section dedicated to answering the questions we get most often about EVs. Or, contact us with your questions. We’re here to make it easy to go electric.
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