How Many Hours Does It Take to Charge a Small Electric Car?

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Generally, the charging time takes 8-12 hours, but to avoid affecting the battery lifespan, it is not recommended to fully deplete the battery each time before charging. The charging methods for new energy electric vehicles are as follows: 1. Rated Current: Use a standard plug socket with a rated current not exceeding 16A to charge directly at home, which takes about 8-10 hours for a full charge. Household three-pin sockets come in two specifications: 10A and 16A, with the 16A plug and socket being larger in size. 2. Using an AC Charging Pile: Charge the electric vehicle using an AC charging pile, which connects the vehicle directly to a higher-current AC grid via the charging pile, taking about 4 hours to charge. The power of slow charging piles is typically 3.5kW and 7kW, depending on the rated input power of the vehicle's onboard charger.