One of the great concerns of users who want to buy an electric car is the time it will take to charge it. That is why, in this article, we focus on Tesla models in case you dare with the Elon Musk brand.
It is more than obvious that electric cars are the future and already almost present. Although what is the acquisition is much more expensive than a normal car, the maintenance is lower and at the environmental level it is 100% higher.
Neverthelessone of the great handicaps of this type of vehicle is the tedious load. The normal thing is that the batteries need between 6 and 8 hours to complete the recharge and if we are talking about the future (already present), it is an aspect that needs improvement. Quantum batteries, as we’ve already reported, seem like they could come up with the solution, bringing it down to as little as 3 minutes.
We still have to wait a long time until this is achieved or at least to shorten the times. Companies continue to work to offer faster charging times and even more common charging stations, such as highways that can charge electric vehicles.
For now, let’s see how long it takes to charge some of the most popular Tesla models: Model 3, Model X, Model Y and Model S.
Tesla Model 3
Currently on the market we find 3 different versions of this model: Model 3 Performance, Model 3 Long Range, and Model 3 Standard Range Plus, each with a different autonomy.
However, generally speaking, Model 3 can be charged up to a range of 4 km/h with NEMA 5-15 chargers (Level 1, 120 V), while it can be fully charged in 8 to 12 hours using NEMA 14-50 chargers ( level 2, 240 V) and in 7 to 8 hours through a wall plug.
If we already go into the Tesla superchargers, we talk about a full charge in 25 or 30 minutes.
Tesla Model X
Tesla’s first SUV, the Model X, is available in two versions: Model X Performance and Model X Long Range.
Model X can be charged up to a range of 4 km/h with NEMA 5-15 chargers, while it can be charged fully in 18 hours using NEMA 14-50 chargers and in about 8 hours through a wall connector. The supercharger charges the vehicle in 25 to 30 minutes.
Tesla Model Y
Tesla’s new SUV is also available in three different versions: Model Y Standard Range rear-wheel drive, Model Y Long Range and Model Y Performance.
As for its load capacities, we find ourselves in a situation similar to the previous one. can be charged completely in 12 hours with NEMA 14-50 chargers and in 7-8 hours with a wall plug. With the supercharger the charging time is reduced again to 25 minutes.
Tesla Model S
Tesla’s Model S offers the greatest autonomy of all the company’s electric vehicles, which is also available in three different versions: Model S Performance, Model S Long Range and Model S Plaid.
However, charging times are already extended by a few more hours. Model S can be charged up to a range of 4 km/h with NEMA 5-15 chargers, while it can be fully charged in just under 18 hours with NEMA 14-50 chargers and 9 hours with a wall plug. The supercharger reduces the vehicle’s charge for up to 30 minutes.
George is Digismak’s reported cum editor with 13 years of experience in Journalism