How Long Does it Take to Charge an Electric Car?

Our BMW electric vehicles offer similar performance that many Normal drivers expect from a new BMW but with the added benefit of a fully electric drivetrain. Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular so it’s no surprise that many shoppers are looking at purchasing an electric BMW. With that being said, many potential EV buyers are worried about electric car charging times. Fortunately, EV technology has advanced dramatically since its introduction and provides impressive charging capabilities.

So, how long does it take to charge an electric car? The answer can vary depending on your specific make, model, and even charger. However, if you’ve got a new BMW EV and you’re using DC Fast Charging, you can expect up to 108 miles of driving range per every 10 minutes of charging*. For most drivers, that’s more than enough charging performance. Learn more about electric car charging times today with BMW of Bloomington!

3 Main Ways To Charge Your EV

Whether you’ll be charging your electric car at home or charging it using a public station, it’s important to remember that not all charging options are created equal. In fact, there are three main charging options you’ll have the ability to choose from and each one changes the amount of time it takes to charge your electric vehicle. Before you head out on your Decatur adventures with an EV, learn about the three main ways to charge your electric car below:

Level 1

Level 1 charging is typically done with a regular wall outlet that can be found in most Urbana homes. This is often the easiest way for many drivers to charge their EV. However, keep in mind that Level 1 charging will most likely be the slowest way to charge your EV.

Level 2

With a Level 2 charger, you’ll experience much quicker charging times than Level 1. Keep in mind though that Level 2 chargers are often available with a professionally installed home wall charger or through a public charging station.

DC Fast Charging

The last and quickest way to charge your EV is with DC Fast Charging. DC Fast Charging is only available at certain public chargers and offers an immense amount of driving range in a short amount of charging time. 

Electric Car Charging Times

With three options to choose from, it’s clear that charging times can greatly vary depending on the type of charger you use. In addition, charging times vary greatly on the specific EV you’re driving. With a BMW EV, you can expect to enjoy incredible charging performance, no matter which charging method you use. With that being said, how long does it take to charge an electric car based on the charger you use? Find out below if you’ve got a BMW electric vehicle:

• Level 1 Charging: Up to 4 miles per 1 hour of charging**
• Level 2 Charging: Up to 40 miles per 1 hour of charging***
• DC Fast Charging: Up to 108 miles per 10 minutes of charging*

Charge Up Your Drives With a New BMW EV Today!

It’s clear that BMW EVs offer incredible charging times so that you can tackle Bloomington drives without any worries. Head over to BMW of Bloomington today and we’ll be more than happy to go over the EV charging options for your BMW electric vehicle. Contact us today to get started!

*Up to 108 miles per 10 minutes of charging estimated for the 2022 BMW i4 eDrive40 all-electric vehicle. Up to 97 miles per 10 minutes of charging estimated for the 2022 BMW i4 M50 all-electric vehicle and up to 90 miles per 10 minutes of charging estimated for the 2022 BMW iX xDrive50.

**Time and range estimates for the BMW i4 and iX all-electric vehicles, and all BMW plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, when charged with a 120V charger.

***40 miles per 1 hour of charging estimated for the 2022 BMW i4, 30 miles per 1 hour of charging estimated for the 2022 BMW iX all-electric vehicle, according to preliminary numbers. BMW plug-in hybrid electric vehicles can achieve 10 miles per 1 hour of charging.