Getting the Quickest Electric Car Charging Time

Electric cars like the Chevy Bolt EV are becoming more common on El Paso streets, thanks to skyrocketing gas prices. If you’re thinking about making the switch to an electric car, charging time is likely on your mind. How long does it take to charge an electric vehicle? Depending on the type of charger used, charging time can take around half an hour for a mostly full charge all the way to 12 hours. Keep reading with the Rudolph Chevrolet team as we dive into the different charging methods, below! 

How Electric Car Charging Time Differs by Charging Method

You may have noticed public charging stations popping up around Van Horn, TX. There are two types of public charging stations, and one type charges much faster than the other. There are also two types of home charging. Level 1 involves just using the cord that came with the car, and is the slowest charging method. Level 2 involves purchasing a home charging station and hiring a professional to install it. This method is up to 9 times faster than Level 1 and can often deliver a full charge overnight:

Public Electric Car Charging Time by Charger

Basic Public AC Charging (240V)

• Up to 7.4 KW per hour
• EV charging time – 20% per hour

Fast DC Charging

• Less than 50 KW per hour
• EV charging time – Up to 80% charge in 36 minutes

Home EV Charging Time by Charger

Level 1 Home AC Charging (120V)

• Less than 2 KW per hour
• Electric car charging time — 2% per hour

Level 2 Home AC Charging (240V)

• Up to 7.4 KW per hour
• Electric car charging time — 20% per hour

The Impressive 2022 Chevy Bolt EV and EUV

Did you know that Chevrolet will cover the standard installation of a Level 2 charging outlet for eligible customers who purchase or lease a 2022 Bolt EV or Bolt EV? That means you’ll get the best home electric car charging time without having to pay for installation. Here are some highlights of these models:

2022 Chevy Bolt EV

• EPA-estimated 259-mile range on a full charge
• 200 hp
• 0-60 mph in 6.5 seconds
• One pedal driving

2022 Chevy Bolt EUV

• EPA-estimated 247-mile range on a full charge
• 200 hp
• 0-60 mph in 7 seconds
• One pedal driving
• Available Super Cruise 

Check Out the Chevy EVs at Rudolph Chevrolet of El Paso

Now that you know all about electric car charging times, come to our showroom and check out the Chevy Bolt EV and Bolt EUV. They’re remarkable vehicles and we’d love to help you drive one home. Continue your Chevy research to learn more about the brand’s EVs, or stop by our showroom near Las Cruces, NM for a test drive!