How Long Does it Take to Charge a Chevy Bolt?

If you’re looking for ways to reduce your carbon footprint, upgrading your Matthews travels with an electric vehicle (EV) is a great way to reach your goal. Instead of burning fossil fuels, you can take on your Waxhaw commute in an electric-powered model to save money and fuel. When you’re ready to make the switch, the new Chevy Bolt for sale at Hendrick Chevrolet Monroe is the ideal model.

This stylish and efficient option is perfect for daily driving and weekend fun. If you’re considering the Bolt, you may be wondering, “How long does it take to charge a Chevy Bolt?” There are three charge levels that impact how quickly you can charge your bolt! Learn more about the innovative Chevy Bolt below!

Charging Your Chevy Bolt: Three Electric Car Charger Options

Charging your Chevy Bolt is a lot easier than you might imagine! With the Chevy Bolt offering an EPA-estimated 259 miles of range on a single full charge, you’ll be ready to take on every Weddington drive in an efficient style. But how long does it take to charge a Chevy Bolt? Explore the three various electric car chargers and their speeds here:

Level 1 Basic: 120-Volt Portable Charger Cord

The first option allows you to easily charge at home and offers 4miles of charge per hour.

A Level 1 electric car charger uses the 120-volt portable charger cord that comes standard with your car. So, anywhere you can find a 120-volt, three-prong outlet, you can charge your Bolt. Generally, it’s recommended that you charge your vehicle overnight if you use this option since a 12-hour charge offers approximately 48 miles of range. It’s also wise to charge your vehicle every day so you don’t run out of juice during your commute!

Level 2 Fast: 240-Volt Charging Unit

The second option is a 240-volt level 2 electric car charger. You can use this at home or at public stations. Either way, you can expect about 25 miles per hour of charge.

If you decide you’d like to have a level 2 charging station, you’ll need to have it professionally installed by an electrician. This is a great addition to your garage, as most commuters can fully recharge in just two hours with this system.

If you drive roughly 100 miles roundtrip on your commute, or you take on a weekend trip to some local parks around Charlotte, you can most likely recharge in about 4.5 hours. If you have a dead battery, you’ll need approximately 9.5 hours to charge. With a level 2 charger, you can charge up your Bolt every few days.

Level 3 Super Fast: DC Fast Charging

You will only find this third option at public charging stations. When you recharge with a level 3 charger, you can travel up to 100 miles of range with only 30 minutes of charge.

Level 3 chargers are only available at public DC Fast Charger stations. DC Fast Chargers are available at an extra cost. The cost will quickly pay for itself as you can replenish up to 160 miles of charge in about an hour. Level 3 Super Fast Charging stations are a lifesaver when you’re out and about and need more power!

How to Find a Public Charging Station Near You

While you won’t be able to find EV chargers on every corner like typical gas stations, Chevy makes it easy to find the closest charging station. Simply open your myChevrolet mobile app and navigate to the Energy Assist feature. Next, the app will offer charging station options based on your location. The app even creates the most efficient route to where you will find the shortest wait time to start charging!

Go Electric With Hendrick Chevrolet Monroe

Has the time come for you to make the switch to a more efficient mode of transportation? If so, the Chevy Bolt is waiting for you at our Monroe dealership. With three available electric car charger options, you’ll never have trouble finding power whether you’re at home or on the road. Now that you know how painless the Chevy Bolt charging process truly is, you can team up with our financiers to make your upgrade. As always, contact us at your convenience if you have any lingering questions!