how to charge an electric vehicle
home charging
your charging options
Home charging stations are available to purchase and install at your property, allowing a convenient charging solution right on your doorstep. We have partnered with local suppliers, JET Charge and EVSE who can provide a wide range of charger types and installation solutions. Whether you live in a standalone home, a townhouse or an apartment, these suppliers can assist you with a charging solution that's right for you.
For more information, or to get a quote, simply click either of the below links, complete the form/s at the bottom of the webpages, and you will be contacted by JET Charge and/or EVSE.
JET Charge
EVSE
charging on the go
your out-of-home charging options
With over 3,000 charging sites across Australia, you won't need to limit your adventures. PlugShare is an online map platform which shows all available charging terminals, allowing you to filter your search for plug type and power output so it only displays the most relevant stations. Power output of public charging stations ranges from low-to-moderate speeds, perfect for longer stopovers like eating out or shopping, all the way up to ultra-fast 100kW+ chargers that allow faster top-ups, ideal for stopovers on freeways while travelling longer distances.
charging practices for long-lasting battery
charging tips
Charging is an important part of daily life in 100% electric.
There are tricks to make it even more practical, economic and eco-friendly.
- the economic tip
Schedule your charge at a specific time via charge scheduling in the multimedia screen, so you can take advantage of off-peak rates when your vehicle is plugged in.
- the speed tip
When using DC public chargers on road trips, save time by setting the charging limit to 80%. This is because as the battery gets fuller, charging slows down.
the charging times of our vehicles
- Megane E-Tech 100% electric
Type of Charging Point Charging 60 kWh Battery AC 2.3 kW domestic socket 0-100% 30 hrs 30 mins* 3.7 kW reinforced "green up" socket 0-100% 18 hrs* 7.4 kW Wallbox 0-100% 9 hrs 15 mins* 11 kW public charging point# 0-100% 18 hrs* 22 kW public charging point# 0-100% 9 hrs 15 mins* DC Fast charging point* 15-80% as little as 35 mins from ≥130 kW charging point
- Kangoo E-Tech 100% electric
Type of Charging Point Charging 60 kWh Battery AC 2.3 kW domestic socket 0-100% 22 hrs 30 mins* 3.7 kW reinforced "green up" socket 0-100% 14 hrs* 7.4 kW Wallbox 0-100% 7 hrs* 22 kW public charging point 0-100% 2 hrs 25 mins* DC Fast charging point* 0-100% 1 hr 25 mins* from ≥80 kW charging point
^refer to individual model specification sheets
*Please note, the charging time and driving range recovered are approximate and will vary depending on the temperature, wear of the battery, power delivered by the charging point, your driving style and your charge level. For public charging points, the maximum speed can also be impacted by the number of other vehicles using the charging station.
FAQs about charging
- how does an electric vehicle charge?
There are two forms of electric current: AC and DC.
AC or Alternating Current charging is used in conventional charging stations, both domestically and publicly. Power output ranges up to 22kW.
DC or Direct Current charging is used in fast and ultra-fast charging stations, which are mostly found on freeways but are becoming increasingly more common in other locations like shopping centres. Power output ranges significantly, and can be as high as 350kW. - how do you charge an electric vehicle at home?
Like most electrical devices you have at home, an electric vehicle is charged from the mains using a cable. If you have a wallbox installed at your home, you can charge your vehicle using the supplied Type 2 to Type 2 cable.
To charge your vehicle via a domestic electric socket, you will need the portable EV charging cable which is available to purchase as an accessory.
On a daily basis, we advise you to recharge your vehicle up to 80% providing more than enough range for day-to-day driving. This also optimises charging time and helps improve battery longevity. Aim to recharge to 100% before your longer trips to ensure maximum range on the road. - how do you know if a public charging station is available?
The smartphone application for each public charging network operator offers real-time information about plug availability. In come cases, if a plug is in use the smartphone application will also display the current charge level of the vehicle that is plugged in so you have a better idea of when the plug may become free again.
- what is the impact of cold weather on charging?
The maximum charging power admissible by your electric vehicle changes depending on the state of the battery charge (%) as well as its temperature (degrees Celsius).
If the temperature of the Lithium-ion battery is too low, the battery management system will occasionally limit charging performance to ensure the safety of the components. This protection will therefore extend the time required for charging, mainly on ultra-fast DC terminals in winter.
*WLTP (Worldwide harmonized Light vehicles Test Procedures): this new protocol provides results much closer to those found in daily use compared to the NEDC protocol.