The amount of time it takes to charge a Tesla depends on the model, battery condition, and charger type used
. Charging can take anywhere from 1 hour to 7 days
. Charging Options
- Superchargers Tesla's Supercharger stations can deliver up to 200 miles in 15 minutes
. Charging from 20% to 80% at a Supercharger typically takes less than 30 minutes
- Home Chargers Using a typical home EV charger can add roughly 25 to 40 miles of range per hour
- Level 1 Charging Using a standard 120V household outlet (Level 1) is the slowest charging method, adding only about 3 to 4 miles of range per hour
- Level 2 Charging A 240V charger (Level 2), such as the Tesla Wall Connector, can fully charge a Tesla in approximately 8 to 10 hours, adding 30 to 44 miles of range per hour
Charging Times for Tesla Models
Charging Method| Model S
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3-Pin Plug| 33 - 44 hours
3.6kW| 21 - 27 hours
7kW| 11 - 15 hours
22kW| 5 - 6 hours
50kW (20%-80%)| 60 - 80 minutes
150kW (20%-80%)| ~30 minutes
Factors Affecting Charging Time
- Battery Level Charging is quickest between 20% and 80%
- Charger Speed Higher voltage chargers will charge your Tesla faster
- Tesla Model Each Tesla model has a different battery and charging rate
