How long will it take to charge my EV?
Charge time varies depending on your vehicle and the charger you use. At a ChargeNet DC fast charger, expect to add around 100 km of range in 15–30 minutes - enough time to grab a coffee and stretch your legs.
The main factors that affect charge time:
Battery size: larger batteries take longer to fill, just like a bigger petrol tank.
Connector type: CCS-2 supports ultra-fast speeds up to 300 kW, while CHAdeMO is capped at 50–62 kW, even when connected to a higher-powered station. CHAdeMO is common in ex-Japanese imports; CCS-2 is standard in European and Korean-manufactured EVs.
State of charge: all lithium-ion batteries charge quickest when the battery is low (around 5–30%) and gradually slow as they fill.
The 80% slowdown: most EVs drop their charging speed as they approach roughly 60% full, and significantly slow after 80%. This is a design feature to protect battery health, not a fault. ChargeNet stations default to an 80% charge limit for this reason — it's the fastest, most efficient option for most journeys.
Battery temperature: cold or hot batteries charge more slowly. This is managed automatically by your vehicle's Battery Management System (BMS).
Quick reference:
|
Charger type |
Typical output |
Approximate time to add 100 km |
|---|---|---|
|
AC (Level 2) |
7–22 kW |
2–5 hours |
|
DC rapid |
25–150 kW |
20–60 minutes |
|
DC hyper-rapid |
150–300 kW |
Under 15 minutes (compatible EVs) |
Tip: For long trips, two shorter charging stops in the 20–80% range is often faster overall than waiting for a full charge at one stop.
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