How Long Does It Take to Charge an Electric Vehicle?

Auburn drivers thinking of switching to an electric car often ask the team at Auburn Chevrolet, “How long does it take to charge an electric car? You have several options regarding electric car charging times, each with different plugs and ports, and electric car charging times vary depending on your choice of charger and vehicle. Learn more about electric car charging time below, and contact us with any questions.

Electric Car Charging Time

These are the three types of electric car chargers available for your Auburn lifestyle. Most people use all three.:

1. Domestic Outlet Home Charging (Regular Outlet): A standard grounded three-prong 110V/120V household outlet is called Level 1. This method delivers a slow charge but helps top off some of the electric power used during your Maple Valley commute. Level 1 charging takes about 24 hours or more to get a complete charge.
2. Professionally-Installed Brand-Approved Domestic Charging: Level 2 Chargers must be installed by a professional electrician. They use rapid (240V+) chargers made specifically for your Chevy Bolt or other brand. Level 2 chargers provide significantly faster charging times than a standard household outlet. With DC fast chargers, you can obtain an 80% charge in about a half hour to forty minutes, but the last 20% takes much longer because of a diminishing rate of charging speed.
3. Public Charging Stations in Covington (Level 3): Level 3 chargers are at parking garages, shopping malls, big-box stores, grocery stores, and even apartment buildings. Public charging stations vary significantly by brand and charging speed but often offer Level 2 charging speeds. Some public chargers even offer emissions-free renewable energy charging with solar panels or wind turbines!

Summary of Electric Car Charging Times

Remember, electric car charging times vary depending on whether you use Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 charging. Below is a summary of electric car charging times:

• Level 1 charging can take a full day or longer to charge an electric car.
• Level 2 charging takes a few hours or more to charge your car. Generally, overnight Level 2 charging is adequate.
• Level 3 or public electric car charging can often fully recharge your EV in an hour or less.

Most EV drivers around Auburn use a combination of all of them. If you drive a plug-in hybrid, your charging times will likely be much faster, around one to four hours to charge fully because plug-in hybrid vehicles don’t only use electricity – they use electricity first and switch to gas when they run out of electric charge.

Find Your Electric Vehicle at Auburn Chevrolet Today

Now that we’ve answered the common question, “How long does it take to charge an electric car?” if you’re ready to test drive an EV or PHEV, please contact us today. You may browse our impressive selection of new electric vehicles online or at the dealership. You can also apply for financing online. Don’t wait. Contact us now!