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Charging Time Calculator

See how long it really takes to charge any EV on your home setup — before you switch.

40 mi
5 mi200 mi

Charging times

From 10% to 80% and 10% to 100%

ChargerMi / hr10→80%10→100%
L1 (120V outlet)
4.5 mi/hr36h 28m46h 53m
L2 Home (7.2 kW)
25.9 mi/hr7h 17m9h 23m
L2 Home (11.5 kW)
41.4 mi/hr4h 34m5h 52m
L2 (19.2 kW)
41.4 mi/hr4h 34m5h 52m
DCFC (fast charge)
540 mi/hr26 min46 min

Morning readiness — L1 overnight check

8 hours on a standard outlet only recovers 36 miles. For 40 miles/day you'll need Level 2 charging or a top-up stop.

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Charging times are estimates. Real-world speeds vary with temperature, state of charge, and charger conditions.