What You Need to Know About Charging the Kia EV6

EVs are a fast-growing segment among shoppers searching for alternatives to gasoline, but if you are looking at a Kia EV6 for sale, you might be curious about some of its core features and functionalities. The most pressing feature is its charging capacity and capabilities. How long does it take to charge? What sort of charging options are available? Is it possible to charge from home?

All of these questions are extremely important, and Allentown Kia is here to address all of your questions and concerns when it comes to charging the 2023 Kia EV6. If you are interested in buying this electric crossover but want to get all of the necessary information first before jumping in, then you’ve come to the right place. Everything you need to know about charging the EV6 is covered here in this guide.

What Charging Options Are Available for the Kia EV6?

Not every EV has the same charging options available, so it’s important to know where and how you can charge each model. Thankfully you have three distinct charging options available for the 2023 Kia EV6. This includes Level 1 charging, Level 2 charging, and Level 3 charging. These charging options give you different ways and opportunities to charge the EV6, and each has its pros and cons.

Level 1 charging uses the charging port to charge the Kia from a standard household outlet. This means you can top off the EV6 from any compatible 120-volt outlet so long as you have a cord and the outlet provides power. You could charge it from a home or garage outlet or even a 120-volt outlet at a public rest stop. So long as you can plug the cord into a compatible outlet, Level 1 charging is possible.

Level 2 charging is a little more involved. This level needs a 240-volt power source––either a 240-volt outlet with a charging cord or a dedicated charging station. Level 2 chargers can be installed at home or found at public charging stations. Level 2 charging provides more power, resulting in faster charge times compared to Level 1 charging. However, it does require the necessary equipment to get the most out of the Level 2 charging capabilities.

Level 3 charging or DC Fast Charging is the most powerful and fastest option available to charge the Kia EV6. Using a DC Fast Charger, you can quickly fill up the EV6 and get back onto the road in a matter of minutes. DC Fast Charging stations can provide you with up to 350 kilowatts of power, so you can very quickly recharge the vehicle without any hassles or delays.

How Long Does It Take to Charge at Home?

How long it takes to recharge at home depends on what sort of equipment you are using. Homes are limited to either Level 1 or Level 2 charging. This means that you are not able to take advantage of the fast-charging option available from a DC Fast Charging station. However, the benefit of charging at home is that while it takes longer than Level 3 charging, it is more convenient as you can plug in the vehicle whenever you are home and let it recharge as you go about your life.

If you don’t have a charging station installed at your home and only have access to Level 1 charging from a 120-volt outlet, you will get about four miles of range per hour of charge. To charge from 10% to 100%, you are looking at around 51 hours of charging time for the standard-range battery or 68 hours for the larger extended-range battery. Still, this is a good option for drivers who want the most cost-effective method of charging at home.

Level 2 charging gives you the option of charging your EV6 more quickly than what’s available with Level 1 charging. However, the exact speed will depend on the quality of the charger and your electric service. The 10.9 kW onboard charger means the EV6 needs 48 amp service to unlock its full Level 2 charging speed. With this, you can recharge from 10% to 100% in a bit under six hours for the standard-range battery or just over seven hours for the long-range battery. If you drive a lot, then a good Level 2 home charging system is worth investing in.

How Long Does It Take to Charge on the Go?

Charging the Kia EV6 on the go is as easy as it is charging at home. However, you have more options to charge on the go compared to charging at home, which is limited to Level 1 and Level 2 charging. When you charge on the go, you can also use Level 3 charging.

Public Level 2 charging is often referred to as “destination charging” because it is best for letting your car recharge while you are at a destination like a mall, restaurant, or hotel. Level 3 charging is mainly for road trips and can usually be found along major highways. With a 350 kW DC Fast Charger, the EV6 can recharge from 10% to 80% in just 18 minutes. However, not all Level 3 chargers are this powerful. Some are as weak as 50 kW, which would take roughly 73 minutes to recharge the long-range battery option for the EV6 from 10% to 80%.

You can charge your Kia EV6 at more than 147,000 public charging ports across the United States. These charging stations include both Level 2 and Level 3 chargers. The charge times at public stations will depend on if they have Level 2 or Level 3 chargers available and their optimal wattage. But as the EV market increases, you have more access to more charging stations, which makes for quicker charge times overall.

Where Can I Buy Home Chargers?

The beauty of home chargers for EVs like the Kia EV6 is that you can get them from a multitude of different places. In fact, you can buy chargers online from many major retailers. If you have any questions about which one you should get, just talk to the team here at Allentown Kia, and we can very easily help you purchase the right charger for your EV6, including tips and advice on how to install the charger. This gives you a lot of options when it comes to buying a home charger.

Buying an official charger from the Allentown Kia parts department gives you access to OEM options directly from Kia. While most aftermarket EV chargers will work just fine, some are not compatible with the EV6 or do not provide enough power to charge it as fast as an official charger could. You can always talk to us at Allentown Kia to find out which charger is right for you.

How Do I Set Up a Home Charger?

There are multiple ways to set up an EV charger at home, depending on the charger and where you want to recharge. There are both OEM chargers and third-party chargers available. Setting up the charger can take very little work, depending on the charger you purchase and what sort of wiring your home already has.

Once you buy the charger, you can have it easily installed in your home or garage using wall mounts. You can also anchor the charger on the wall to make it easy to charge your vehicle. Alternatively, if you’re not entirely comfortable installing the Level 2 charger in your home, you can talk to suppliers about installing the charger in your home or garage.

It’s easy and efficient to set up home chargers, and there are even portable chargers that you can bring with you to charge on the go from 120-volt and 240-volt outlets. As long as there is a compatible outlet, you can use a portable charger to keep your EV6 charged. It’s a great option if you frequently go on road trips or travel to remote locations where you may need to keep your vehicle charged and there isn’t a Level 2 charger available. Feel free to contact us at Allentown Kia, and we can help walk you through some of the different chargers and charging options available for the 2023 Kia EV6.