CHARGING AT HOME
Recharge your electric or plug-in Kia, right at home
From how much it costs to charge your electric or plug-in hybrid car to how long it takes, we'll tell you everything you need to know about charging your Kia at home.
A more cost effective way to power your journeys
Charging at home is economical but how economical depends on your home energy tariff.
With a flat kWh price of 30p, a full charge of your EV6 comes to £25.20. If you drive enough miles, an EV charging tariff can slash this cost and save you money overall.
EV tariffs usually involve a very low, off-peak kWh rate and a slightly more-expensive-than-usual peak kWh rate. Make sure you review the best energy tariff options to make the best of your Kia.
The speediest way to charge at home
How long does it take to charge an electric car at home?
Whatever your model, having a dedicated electric car home charger lets you charge more quickly and more safely than with a regular 3-pin socket.
With a 7.2kW home charger, you can charge your plug-in hybrid in about 3-4 hours while an electric car takes about 10 hours so an overnight charge will do just fine.
Charging time by station speed and model Charging time by station speed and model
| Model | Mains charging Single Phase |
7.2kW AC Single Phase |
22kW AC Three Phase |
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| Effective max. speed | Approx. charging time | Effective max. speed | Approx. charging time | Effective max. speed | Approx. charging time | |
| Sorento PHEV | 2.3kW |
5 hours 2 min (15%-95%) |
3.3kW |
3 hours 25 min (15%-95%) |
3.3kW |
3 hours 25 min (15%-95%) |
| Sportage PHEV | 2.3kW |
5 hours 27 min (15%-95%) |
7.2kW | 1 hour 45 min (15%-95%) |
7.2kW |
1 hour 45 min (15%-95%) |
| Niro PHEV | - | - | 7.2kW |
9 hours 25 min (10%-100%) |
11kW | 6 hours 20 min (10%-100%) |
| Niro EV | 2.3kW |
27 hours 30 min (10%-100%) |
7.2kW |
9 hours 25 min (10%-100%) |
11kW |
6 hours 20 min (10%-100%) |
| EV6 | 2.3kW |
34 hours 40 min (10%-100%) |
7.2kW |
- | 11kW |
9 hours 5 min (10%-100%) |
| EV9 | 2.3kW | 40 hours 35 min (10% - 100%) | 7.2kW | - | 11kW | 5 hours 20 min (10% - 100%) |
| EV3 SR | - | - | - | - | 11kW | 5 hours 20 min (10% - 100%) |
| EV3 LR | - | - | - | - | 11kW | 7 hours 15 min (10-100%) |
Fully control your charge through Kia Connect
The Kia Connect app lets you keep an eye your charging status and schedule charging if you benefit from off-peak kWh rates.
Need to know more?
What type of Electric car charger do I need at home? What type of Electric car charger do I need at home?
We recommend that you install a 7kWh charger, which is the most future-proof solution and will offer the best compromise between speed and price.
Why would I need a home charger? Can’t I use my home socket? Why would I need a home charger? Can’t I use my home socket?
A dedicated electric vehicle home charger has some key benefits compared to charging your electric vehicle from a home socket:
• You should be able to charge your electric car at least three times faster if you install a 7kWh charger. The charging time of a Plug-in Hybrid will improve by about 50% compared to a three-pin socket.
• It’s much more robust, safer and reliable.
What are the benefits of a connected charging point? What are the benefits of a connected charging point?
A connected charging point allows you to check all charging session details online. They also enable the manufacturer to install firmware updates and fixes remotely if required.
Will I receive a message when charging is completed? Will I receive a message when charging is completed?
You will receive a notification via your Kia Connect App once your electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle is fully charged.
I live in a flat. Is it still possible to have a home charger? I live in a flat. Is it still possible to have a home charger?
It is possible to install a home charger even when you don’t have your own driveway or grid connection. In most cases you will need to contact the property’s freeholder to receive approval for the necessary installation, like cabling and possible adjustments within the central fuse box.
I don't have my own parking lot or driveway so need to park on the street. Can I have a home charger installed in a
public street?
I don't have my own parking lot or driveway so need to park on the street. Can I have a home charger installed in a
public street?
In most cities, installing your own charging point in a public area is not allowed. You should check with your local authority for guidance
My driveway is located quite far away from my grid connection/ fuse box. Are there limitations when installing a
home charger?
My driveway is located quite far away from my grid connection/ fuse box. Are there limitations when installing a
home charger?
In most cases there are no technical limitations when installing a home charger however this may mean the work required goes beyond what is deemed as ‘standard’. A cable longer than 15 metres and any need for trenching or hiding the cable will result in additional costs. To prevent any unpleasant surprises, our partners will assist you prior to your installation and discuss the best way forward.
What are the next steps after ordering a home charger? What are the next steps after ordering a home charger?
After requesting a quotation, you will be invited to complete a remote survey. This survey asks you for information and photos e.g. the desired location of the charge point, the fuse box and other important aspects to assure a smooth installation process. Once the survey is complete, our partner will contact you to provide an installation date.
After placing the order, how long will it take before the home charger is installed? After placing the order, how long will it take before the home charger is installed?
Installation lead times vary and it is best to place your order as early as possible so our partners can schedule the best possible installation date for you, preferably before you take delivery of your vehicle.
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In order to achieve the maximum charging speed, EV6 must use an 800 volt electric vehicle charger that delivers at least 240kW of electricity. Actual charging speed & charging time may be influenced by the battery temperature and exterior weather conditions. The range was determined according to the standardized EU measurement procedure (WLTP). The individual driving style and other factors, such as speed, outside temperature, topography and the use of electricity-consuming devices/units, have an influence on the real life range and can possibly reduce it