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Land Rover continues to make rugged SUVs that elevate every drive in Del Mar while helping you set a course for new wilderness adventures. The next phase will be a fully electric Range Rover Sport hitting our San Diego auto dealership sometime in 2024. Until then, you can get a taste of things to come with the Range Rover PHEV and Range Rover Sport PHEV. They get outstanding fuel economy ratings and will lower your overall repair costs for Rancho Santa Fe drives and beyond.
When you invest in an EV or PHEV, you’ll need to know about the types of EV charging connectors to optimize your driving experience. Find out all the information you need to know with our EV charging connector guide.
Electric vehicle owners have three different EV charging options, which we’ll discuss first in this EV charging connector guide. All of these charging levels utilize a different type of EV charging connector. No matter which charging level you need to use, they are all cheaper than gasoline.
This is a standard, grounded (three-prong) 110V/120V charging outlet. It’s the slowest type of charging. You could charge an EV fully in 24 to 48 hours using Level 1. It’s great for topping off your battery after commuting and running quick errands but not for fully charging it following a long trip. This charging type might work well for PHEVs for overnight charging.
Level 2 charging is much faster than Level 1. It requires a professionally installed charging device in your garage or carport. A Level 2 charging box can fully charge your EV in eight to 12 hours, depending on the vehicle’s battery size and the level of charge still in the battery. It also charges PHEVs very quickly, in two to three hours.
Also known as DC Fast Charging, this specialized system delivers electricity quickly to achieve 80% of a full charge in as little as 30 minutes. You can use this type of charger when you’re away from home.
Our team highly recommends installing a home EV charging box in your garage or carport for the best results. This type of EV charging connector has five pins (instead of prongs) designed to charge your EV or PHEV at home overnight while you sleep. It allows higher amounts of electricity to flow compared to a standard outlet. Find a reputable, licensed electrician to install this type of charging connector in your San Diego garage or carport.
A CCS connection is most commonly found at DC Fast Charging stations. You can find public stations with CCS chargers using your vehicle’s GPS or apps on your smartphone. A CCS public charging station offers two additional pins (seven pins total) to manage the higher electrical load going into your EV.
Your EV manufacturer will determine the correct types of EV charging connectors you’ll need for optimal battery performance. Some brands have specialized DC Fast Charging stations that can’t be Pre-Owned with other vehicles.
For home charging, many automakers will recommend a certain brand of home charging station to ensure you get the best experience. You’ll get a safe and reliable system that helps you save on your overall costs of ownership.
Another important aspect of EV ownership is thinking about how you’ll drive. Will you frequently utilize public chargers on trips far away from home? Will you commute within a few miles of your San Diego home every day? DC Fast Charging will likely be more expensive than home charging. However, public stations are still less expensive than gasoline.
Our EV charging connector guide is one way we want to help you move into the future by purchasing an EV! Contact us or call 619-483-0734 to schedule a test drive with our team. We think you’ll love one of our selections!
