Charging time

EV Charging Time Calculator

On a Level 2 charger at 11.5 kW (the car's onboard maximum), 20% to 80% takes about 3.9 hours and adds about 218 miles of range. Switch the charger to compare Level 1, Level 2, and DC fast.

75 kWh battery

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This car takes up to 11.5 kW on AC

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Charging time

PLUG IN FOR3.9 hours

From 20% to 80% on a Level 2 charger at 11.5 kW (the car's onboard maximum). That is about 218 miles of range added. Plugged in at 9:00 PM, it is ready about 12:55 AM the next day.

80%
FULL
TIME TO FULL
3.9 hr
MILES ADDED
218 mi
ENERGY
45.0 kWh
COST TO CHARGE
$8.19
at 18¢/kWh US home avg

Home Level 2 chargers at three price points

On a wall outlet, 20% to 80% in the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD takes about 32 hours. A typical 40 amp (9.6 kW) Level 2 home charger, below this car's onboard maximum, does the same charge in about 4.7 hours, well inside one night. These three cover the common choices, based on published specs and owner reviews.

  • Grizzl-E Classic

    about $300

    40 A, 9.6 kW, NEMA 14-50 plug-in, 24 ft cable

    The lowest-cost way to get full Level 2 speed. No app or Wi-Fi, so scheduling is done in the car.

    Check price on Amazon
  • Autel MaxiCharger 40A

    about $470

    40 A, 9.6 kW, NEMA 14-50 plug-in, app scheduling, 25 ft cable

    App scheduling lets you charge only in off-peak hours, which is where time-of-use savings come from.

    Check price on Amazon
  • Emporia Pro 48A

    about $599

    48 A, 11.5 kW hardwired, app scheduling, load management (PowerSmart)

    Load management can let it share a full panel, which may avoid a $1,000 to $3,000 panel upgrade.

    Check price on Amazon

Prices checked October 8, 2026 and change often. As an Amazon Associate, ChargeMath earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Installation by a licensed electrician is extra.

Charging Time by Charger Power: 3.7, 7, 11 and 22 kW

20% to 80% in the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD on common home and destination chargers. A car never draws more than its onboard charger allows, 11.5 kW for this one, so a bigger charger above that adds nothing. Real sessions run about 10 percent longer because of charging losses.

ChargerTypical supplyTime
3.7 kW16 A at 230 V (Europe, UK)12 hr 10 min
7.4 kW32 A at 230 V, sold as a 7 kW charger6 hr 5 min
7.7 kW32 A at 240 V (US)5 hr 51 min
9.6 kW40 A at 240 V (US, 50 A circuit)4 hr 41 min
11 kW16 A three phase at 400 V (Europe)4 hr 5 min
11.5 kW48 A at 240 V (US, 60 A circuit)3 hr 55 min
19.2 kW80 A at 240 V (US, 100 A circuit)3 hr 55 min (limited to 11.5 kW by the car)
22 kW32 A three phase at 400 V (Europe)3 hr 55 min (limited to 11.5 kW by the car)

EV Charging Time by Vehicle: Level 1 and Level 2

Time to charge from empty to full: usable battery divided by charging power. Level 1 assumes a standard 120V outlet at 1.4 kW. Level 2 assumes a 240V charger that can supply the car's full onboard charger rating. Real sessions run about 10 percent longer because of charging losses, and most owners charge from around 20 percent, which is faster.

VehicleBatteryLevel 1 (1.4 kW)Level 2
2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD75 kWh54 hr6 hr 31 min at 11.5 kW
2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD75 kWh54 hr6 hr 31 min at 11.5 kW
2024 Tesla Model 360 kWh43 hr5 hr 13 min at 11.5 kW
2024 Tesla Model Y75 kWh54 hr6 hr 31 min at 11.5 kW
2024 Tesla Model S100 kWh71 hr8 hr 42 min at 11.5 kW
2024 Tesla Model X100 kWh71 hr8 hr 42 min at 11.5 kW
2024 Tesla Cybertruck123 kWh88 hr10 hr 42 min at 11.5 kW
2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD85 kWh61 hr7 hr 23 min at 11.5 kW
2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV85 kWh61 hr7 hr 23 min at 11.5 kW
2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV FWD85 kWh61 hr7 hr 23 min at 11.5 kW
2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV102 kWh73 hr8 hr 52 min at 11.5 kW
2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range RWD91 kWh65 hr8 hr 40 min at 10.5 kW
2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E91 kWh65 hr8 hr 40 min at 10.5 kW
2024 Ford F-150 Lightning131 kWh94 hr6 hr 49 min at 19.2 kW
2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Long Range RWD84 kWh60 hr7 hr 42 min at 10.9 kW
2024 Hyundai IONIQ 577.4 kWh55 hr7 hr 6 min at 10.9 kW
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 Long Range RWD77.4 kWh55 hr7 hr 6 min at 10.9 kW
2024 Hyundai IONIQ 677.4 kWh55 hr7 hr 6 min at 10.9 kW
2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD84 kWh60 hr7 hr 42 min at 10.9 kW
2024 Kia EV677.4 kWh55 hr7 hr 6 min at 10.9 kW
2024 Kia EV999.8 kWh71 hr9 hr 9 min at 10.9 kW
2026 Kia EV9 Long Range RWD99.8 kWh71 hr9 hr 9 min at 10.9 kW
2024 BMW iX xDrive50111.5 kWh80 hr10 hr 8 min at 11 kW
2024 BMW i4 eDrive4083.9 kWh60 hr7 hr 38 min at 11 kW
2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+108.4 kWh77 hr11 hr 18 min at 9.6 kW
2024 Rivian R1T135 kWh96 hr11 hr 44 min at 11.5 kW
2024 Rivian R1S135 kWh96 hr11 hr 44 min at 11.5 kW
2024 Nissan Ariya87 kWh62 hr11 hr 18 min at 7.7 kW
2024 Volkswagen ID.482 kWh59 hr7 hr 27 min at 11 kW
2024 Polestar 282 kWh59 hr7 hr 27 min at 11 kW
2024 Lucid Air Pure92 kWh66 hr4 hr 48 min at 19.2 kW

DC Fast Charging Time, 10 to 80 Percent

Estimated minutes from 10 to 80 percent on a 350 kW charger, using each car's published charging curve with a warm, preconditioned battery. A cold battery or a slower station takes longer, and automaker figures are often a few minutes faster than these estimates. See the full curves on the charge curve calculator.

VehiclePeak power10 to 80 percent
Tesla Model 3 Long Range250 kWabout 23 min
Tesla Model Y Long Range250 kWabout 23 min
Hyundai Ioniq 5 (800V)235 kWabout 21 min
Kia EV6 (800V)233 kWabout 22 min
Ford Mustang Mach-E ER150 kWabout 44 min
Chevy Bolt EUV55 kWabout 70 min
Lucid Air Pure300 kWabout 20 min
Porsche Taycan (Performance Plus)270 kWabout 22 min
VW ID.4 Pro170 kWabout 36 min
Rivian R1T Large220 kWabout 44 min
Polestar 2 LR Single155 kWabout 39 min
BMW i4 M50205 kWabout 30 min
Cadillac Lyriq (Ultium)190 kWabout 40 min
Chevy Equinox EV LT155 kWabout 39 min
Honda Prologue (Ultium)150 kWabout 41 min

How EV Charging Time Is Calculated

Charging time is determined by dividing the energy needed (kWh) by the charger's power output (kW). For example, adding 40 kWh to a battery using a 10 kW Level 2 charger takes 4 hours. For Level 1 and Level 2, each vehicle uses its manufacturer-rated onboard charging power. DC fast charging is different: power changes as the battery fills, so the DC fast result follows the car's charging curve minute by minute on a 350 kW charger. Where we have a published curve for the car we use it; otherwise we use the average curve shape of the cars on our charging curve page, scaled to the car's rated peak.

Why DC Fast Charging Slows Above 80%

Lithium-ion batteries accept charge more slowly as they approach full capacity. This is a physical limitation of the chemistry, not a software restriction. Power usually peaks early in the session, starts tapering well before 80 percent, and falls to a small share of the peak near 100 percent, as the battery management system protects the cells from heat and wear. The calculator follows that taper, so the last 20 percent can take about as long as the 60 percent before it. This is why most charging networks price sessions by the minute above 80%, and why daily charging to 80% is standard practice.

Real-World Factors That Affect Charging Speed

  • Battery temperature: cold batteries charge 20 to 40 percent slower until they warm up. Many EVs now pre-condition the battery when navigating to a fast charger.
  • State of charge: the 10 to 80 percent window is the fastest charging zone. Below 10 percent, some vehicles also reduce charging speed.
  • Charger sharing: if another vehicle is using the same power cabinet, both may receive reduced power (common at older Tesla Supercharger sites).
  • Home circuit capacity: Level 2 charging speed depends on your circuit amperage. A 50A circuit delivers 40A continuous (9.6 kW), while a 30A circuit delivers only 24A (5.7 kW).
FAQ

Frequently asked

It depends on the charger type. A Level 1 (120V) home outlet takes 24–60+ hours for a full charge. A Level 2 (240V) charger takes 6–12 hours. A DC fast charger can go from 10% to 80% in 20–45 minutes. Most EV owners charge overnight on Level 2 and rarely need a full charge.

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