The ID.4/ ID.5 is VW’s best-selling BEV, and charging it has become a daily activity for many families. ID.4 Home Charging is the most convenient way to do this. Instead of driving to the EV charging station and standing in line, you can plug in and go straight to bed. And you can also take advantage of lower prices during off-peak hours, thus saving time and money. In this article, we’ll tell you all the details of completing the charge at home so you can confidently charge.
What is the charging time of ID.4?
The time it takes to charge the Volkswagen ID.4 varies based on the battery size of the version of the ID.4 you purchase and the type of charger. As for battery size, the VW ID.4 Pure and Pure Performance* have a 52 kWh usable battery capacity, and the VW ID.4 Pro, Pro Performance*, and GTX versions all have a 77 kWh functional battery capacity.
At an AC charging station, the ID.4 Pure and Pure Performance can both charge at a maximum power of 7.2 kW. This means to charge from 0 to 100 percent takes around 8 hours and 30 minutes. As for the ID.4 Pro, Pro Performance, and GTX, charging from 0 to 100 percent takes around 8 hours and 15 minutes of charging at a maximum power of 11 kW. DC fast charging on the other hand can charge the ID.4 Pure and Performance from 10 to 80 percent in 33 minutes at a maximum power of 118 kW and the ID.4 Pro, Pro Performance, and GTX from 10 to 80 percent in 33 minutes at a maximum power of 135 kW.
Charging at home without an EV home charging station
Charging your EV at home without a charging station is as simple as plugging the cable that came with your car into a standard socket. However, this way of charging tends to be extremely slow and offers no protection against potentially dangerous power overloads. With the Level 1 charger included with the ID.4, you can charge approximately 2 miles per hour and a full charge takes over 24 hours.
Charging your car without a charging station can put your home’s energy supply under strain and, if you’re not careful, even pose a fire hazard.
How much does it cost to install a home EV charging station?
Level 2 home charging stations are the most suitable, providing faster charging speeds without significant upgrades to the home circuit.
Depending on the physical placement of the unit and the required power, it could cost anywhere between $400 and $4,500. These Level 2 charging stations are a separate expense. They range in features and price, anywhere from $500 to $1,500. But even with this wide variety of potential costs, experts say purchasing and installing these units costs around $2,000. The bottom line: First, get the advice of an electrician to find out if a Level 2 charging station would be worth the installation expense in your home. Next, find out if your electric utility offers installation discounts, which may help defray some costs.
What should I pay attention to before installing a home EV charging station?
The first thing to consider is where to place your home EV charger. EV models do not have a standard location for their charging ports. Some are behind the rear doors, near where you refuel a gas-powered car. Others are hidden in the grille or above the front fenders. If the location where you will park your EV is a tight fit, it might make sense to install the charger near where the port will be when you park. If this is not possible, look for a charger with a long cable. In the United States, the maximum cable length is 25 feet. You can also install some home chargers outside.
Another thing to consider is that charging an EV at home might require updating your electrical panel. Older, 100-amp panels can charge EVs, but a 200-amp meeting might allow faster charging. Many factors influence charging speed, including the rating of the EV’s built-in charger and the amperage rating of the home charging unit. You can find the amp number listed in the specs for each device. A 30-amp home charger can work well with a 100-amp panel but might take longer to charge than a 50-amp unit. Your electrician will let you know if installing a 50-amp home charger is possible with a 100-amp meeting if it also supplies energy to other large appliances.
If you’ve read everything in this guide, you have everything you need to perfect your ID.4 Home Charging program. If you have more questions, contact our experts today.
