How Long Does It Take to Charge an Electric Car?

If you’ve been looking into upgrading your Rumson commute with an electric vehicle you may be wondering about electric car charging times. So, how long does it take to charge an electric car? It will depend on the type, make, and model of the EV you choose as well as the charging method. This guide from Land Rover Monmouth will give you an overview of the charging time for electric cars, and fill you in on the three main types of EV charging — domestic charging, rapid domestic charging, and public charging. If you are shopping for an electrified Land Rover or Range Rover, stop by our dealership in Eatontown to explore our new vehicle inventory today!

Electric Car Charging Times 

Find out how long to charge an electric car via the three types of EV charging:

Level 1 Charging: Domestic 110V/120V Outlet

• Relies on a normal grounded (three-prong) 110V/120V charging outlet
• Has the slowest electric car charging time
• Level 1 chargers can provide an estimated four miles of range per charging hour

Installed Brand-Approved Level 2 Domestic Charging

• Uses a professionally installed charging station that is brand-specific to the EV model you drive
• Relies on 240V+ to speed up electric car charging time
• Level 2 chargers can provide an estimated 24 miles of range per charging hour

Level 2 Public Charging

• With more and more public charging stations in and around %%target_city_2 and Red Bank, it is easier than ever to get recharged on the go
• Public charging stations vary in type and speed
• Level 2 public charging stations chargers can provide an electric car charging time similar to that of Level 2 home chargers

Level 3 Rapid Charging

• Some public chargers offer 150 kW rapid charging, and these can power up your EV faster than any other charging method
• Level 3 chargers are usually only available along major highways and freeways and cannot be installed at home
• Level 3 rapid chargers can provide up to 60 to 100 miles of range per twenty minutes of charging

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Car Charging Time

How long does it take to charge an electric car if you have a plug-in hybrid like the Range Rover PHEV? With a plug-in hybrid, the charging time for an electric car can be much lower. A PHEV usually will take between 1-4 hours to fully charge. This is because plug-in hybrid vehicles do not rely on electricity as its only energy source. PHEVs are powered by an electric motor and battery pack in conjunction with a traditional internal combustion gas engine. While you can drive for short distances solely on electric power, the gas engine will take over when the electric hybrid battery is depleted. 

Explore Your Electric Vehicle Options at Land Rover Monmouth 

There are a variety of electrified options in the Land Rover and Range Rover lineup, and there will soon be all-electric models available as well. If you have further questions about how long to charge an electric car, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our friendly and knowledgeable team can get you up to speed on charging times for electric cars, different charging methods, and more!