Impact of Battery Size on Charging Time
- Battery Capacities: PHEV batteries typically range from about 13.6 kWh for vehicles like the Toyota Prius Prime to 20 kWh for vehicles like the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.
Level 1 Charging (120V)
- Toyota Prius Prime (13.6 kWh): Charging from 20% to 80% takes approximately 6.7 hours.
- Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (20 kWh): Charging from 20% to 80% takes about 10 hours.
Level 2 Charging (240V)
- With a capacity of about 7.2 kW, a Level 2 charger can charge a 20 kWh battery from 0% to 100% in less than 3 hours.
General Considerations
- Charging Speed: Larger batteries require longer charging times because more energy needs to be stored.
- Charging Frequency and Depth: Experts recommend charging PHEV batteries between 20% and 80% to prolong battery life, reducing the overall charging time compared to fully charging from 0% to 100%.
In summary, larger batteries require more time to charge, especially with slower Level 1 charging. Level 2 charging is significantly faster and more efficient for larger batteries.
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