Kia Electric Vehicles

There are three levels of EV charging. Level 1 chargers are cords you can plug into any grounded 120v outlet, and they’re the slowest type. Level 2 chargers need to be hardwired in by a professional electrician, but they’re the fastest way to charge at home.

Level 3 chargers are only found in public charging stations. Also called DC fast chargers, they add charge to EV batteries remarkably fast. However, preserving optimal battery function requires using fast charging only periodically, not for every charge.

Charging your EV can take anywhere from 17 minutes with a DC fast charger to over 68 hours with a Level 1 charger. The exact time frame for charging will depend on factors like your electric car range and battery size.

All electric vehicle models can be charged at home using Level 1 or Level 2 chargers. If you use a Level 1 charger, just run it to a 120v wall outlet and plug it in. Level 2 charging stations are just as easy to use once you’ve had one professionally installed.

As the average Kia electric car price continues to drop, more drivers than ever are making the switch. Here’s why you might want to do the same:

• Fast acceleration
• Low maintenance costs
• No tailpipe emissions
• Quiet operation
• Advanced technology