
Typically, slow charging occurs at home or at work using a three-pin (3 kW AC) power source and the car’s own adaptor. As the name suggests, it’s the slowest option. That said, it’s also very convenient because charging can take place overnight.
However, it’s not recommended that owners leave their cars in a three-pin charging state for an extended period of time because this will lead to accelerated battery deterioration. Please check with the relevant car manufacturer for further details.
Slightly quicker home-charging options are available in the form of a dedicated charging unit with, for instance, a 3.6kW wallbox.
Home wall boxes are useful tools to keep your electric Vauxhall charged when you need it. With different power ratings for home wall boxes available, ranging from 3.4 kW to 7.4 kW, you have full control when you charge your vehicle. Just plug in your vehicle overnight, and it will stop charging when it reaches full charge. When you choose a wall box, you can choose between a tethered unit (a cable attached to the wall box) or a non-tethered unit (no cable attached to the wall box).
Vauxhall partners with JustPark and their JustCharge community charging. This allows those who can't charge at home learn more about charging an electric vehicle and find suitable spaces.
Join Vauxhall Connect to keep everything to do with your car together, including your vehicle's charging and pre-conditioning features through the MyVauxhall App.
Public chargers come in multiple charging speeds, depending on where you are. You will typically find two charging types: fast chargers and rapid chargers.
Fast chargers, typically 22kW, are found in supermarkets, fast food chains, workplaces or even your gym, making them highly accessible. They can take about 3-4 hours to fully recharge your vehicle.
Rapid chargers, typically 43 kW, are found on motorway services and can charge your car in as little as 30 minutes, depending on your model and other conditions.