The Kia e-Niro is a competitively priced, family-friendly car; it is one of the most popular EVs in the UK. There are two versions of this EV; one has a 64 kWh battery, and the other has a 39 kWh battery. The EV won the award What Car?’s Car of the Year award in 2019 and has sold over 100,000 units in Europe since its release.
The Kia e-Niro is noted for its modern look, long-range and comfortable drive. This guide should inform you about everything you need to know about charging the Kia e-Niro.
The Kia e-Niro comes in two different versions with different battery sizes, one has a 64 kWh battery, and the other has a 39 kWh battery. Each version has a different max mph and range.
The Kia e-Niro 64 kWh has a range of 279 miles. It has a top speed of 104 mph and can reach 60 mph in under 8 seconds.
The Kia e-Niro 39 kWh is the low-performance version of the EV. It has a range of 180 miles and top speeds of 96 mph, and can reach 60 mph in under 10 seconds.
Both versions of the Kia-E Niro have the same charging speed limits. Their max AC charging speed is 7.2 kW, and their max DC charging speed is 77 kW. If you charge at its max speed, it will take the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh 50 minutes to charge fully.
If you charge at max speed, it will take the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh 30 minutes to fully charge its 39 kW battery.
However, you shouldn’t charge to 100% too often as it can damage your EV’s battery. Doing it now and then won’t have a serious impact, but it’s a bad habit. Similarly, don’t let it drain to 0%, as that will also damage the battery’s condition. The Kia e-Niro slows its charge as it gets closer to 100% to help your battery last longer.
The Kia e-Niro uses the same connector types for both battery sizes. There is one for AC charging and one for DC charging. Both of these connectors are combined to create the CCS 2 connector.
Their AC connector is the Type 2 connector, often called the Mennekes. This charges at a max speed of 7.2 kW. It is the standard AC connector in Europe. The Type 2 connector is used for slow and fast charging. It can be used in places like your home charging station, work charging points, and select public charging networks.
The DC connector is the CCS connector. It can charge up to 77 kW and is used for rapid charging. You can only find rapid chargers at public charging stations.
The Kia E-Niro is straightforward to charge. You can find the charging port at the front of the car where the car’s grille is in a non-EV. You open a small flap at the front, insert the charging cable, and then you’re ready to charge.
If you’re charging at a public charging station, you might need to download an app, get an RFID or have a membership before accessing their charging points.
There are many different charging speeds available for you to charge your car with. Chargers under 7 kWh are considered slow chargers, while 7 - 44 kW chargers are considered fast chargers. 50 kW+ chargers are considered rapid or ultrarapid chargers.
As the Kia e-Niro has two different versions with different battery sizes, they each take different times to charge.
Charger speed is not the only factor that impacts how long it takes to charge the Kia e-Niro. Ambient temperature, car temperature, battery life and battery condition affect charging time.
To help you understand how long it’d take to charge the Kia e-Niro’s two models, we’ve calculated how long it’d take to charge from 10 - 80% battery using several typical charging speeds. We’re calculating 10 - 80%, as you shouldn’t charge up to 100% too often to maintain the battery. Also, the DC charging speeds slow down closer to 100%.
This is the standard plug socket in your home that you use for everything. To use it to charge your EV, you need to buy a domestic adapter which allows your Type 2 connector to charge with the 3-pin plug.
This is a very useful way to charge, but it is also very slow. The best way to use this plug is for top-ups or in an emergency. While it can be very convenient, you should try not to charge too much using your home’s electricity, as overuse can damage your home’s wiring. This isn’t a long-term solution for charging, and you should look into a home charging station, or if your workplace has a charging port, you should use that.
This is the slowest way to charge your EV. If you charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80% using the BS 1363 plug, it will take 19 hours and 36 minutes. It will take 11 hours and 52 minutes to charge the 39 kWh battery version from 10 - 80% power.
The 3.6 kW charger is a slow charger you can find at home, work or public charging stations. If you install a home charging point, you can access this speed at your home. These aren’t very fast, and the best way to use them is to leave them on charge for an extended period or to top up your battery.
While this is faster than charging at a BS 1363 plug, it isn’t very fast. It would take the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh 12 hours and 31 minutes to get from 10 - 80% charge using this speed, and it will take the 39 kWh version 7 hours and 35 minutes.
A 7 kW charger is another slow charger. Like the other AC chargers, it uses the Type 2 connector. This speed can be installed at your home or might be found at your work. Some public charging stations provide chargers at this speed.
If you charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh at this speed, it will take 6 hours and 27 minutes to charge your EV from 10 - 80% battery. It will take 3 hours and 54 minutes to charge from 10 - 80% with a Kia e-Niro 39 kWh.
The 22 kW charger uses the Type 2 connector for AC charging. It’s a charger you’re unlikely to find at home or work. It is more often found at public charging stations. It charges faster than the Kia e-Niro’s top AC charging speed; instead, it will charge to its maximum speed of 7.2 kW.
This fast charger will take 6 hours and 15 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80%. To charge the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh from 10 - 80%, it will take 3 hours and 48 minutes.
The 50 kW charger is a rapid charger which uses the CCS connector for DC charging. It is the most common rapid charging speed in the UK. It can be found at public charging stations, although not all charging stations provide rapid charging.
A 50 kW charger will take 54 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80% charge. It will take 33 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh from 10 - 80% battery.
Ultra-rapid chargers are chargers that charge above 100 kW. These can go up to 350 kW, although most charging stations don’t provide ultra-rapid chargers. They use the DC connector and can only be found in public charging networks.
The maximum DC speed for the Kia e-Niro is 77 kW. This means the Kia e-Niro won’t use the full potential of the ultra-rapid chargers.
It will take 35 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80% using any ultrarapid charger. It will take 21 minutes to do the same with the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh.
You can charge your EV in three main locations. At your home, at your workplace or at a nearby public charging station. Each of these options will cost different amounts and offer different charging speeds.
Charging at home is usually rather slow. Average home charging speeds are between 2.3 - 7 kW. To charge at home, you have two options, you can get a domestic adapter to allow you to charge using your home’s plugs, or you can purchase and install a home charging point.
Home charging is slow, but if you have the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh, it might make more sense as charging will be much quicker with the smaller battery.
Charging at home can be the most efficient way to charge your Kia e-Niro. If you charge overnight, you can charge the Kia e-Niro’s battery at lower costs, as non-peak hour energy is cheaper.
You can buy a domestic adapter for your EV, which is a very convenient way to charge the Kia e-Niro, or you can get a home charging station installed at your home. There are grants available to EV owners to help them afford a home charging point.
There are two main grants available to you. The OZEV Chargepoint Grant is up to £350 or 75% off the cost of a fully installed charging point if you meet specific requirements. There is also the Scottish EST Domestic Chargepoint Grant which offers up to £300. You can use the EST grant alongside the OZEV grant.
These are slow chargers. If you own the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh, it will take a long time to charge the battery substantially. Also, if you charge at peak hour prices, the cost of charging your EV can become expensive and comparable to charging prices at public charging stations despite taking much longer to charge.
If your workplace has a charging point, it might make more sense to use it rather than buy a home charging station or use the 3-pin plug, which can damage your home’s wiring if overused.
More and more employers are providing EV owners with charging points at their workplaces. They provide these points as an incentive for their employees. These chargers are usually around the same speeds as home chargers and range between 3 - 7 kW, although some companies might have chargers that can go around 22 kW.
Some employers pay for your charging; this can save you a lot of money if you use the work charging point frequently. It also means you won’t have to pay for a home charging point.
The best way to use work charging points is to leave your EV charging while you’re working; this allows it to fill up slowly rather than sit dormant in the car park.
The downside is that they’re not very fast chargers. At fastest, their charging speeds can only charge the Kia e-Niro at 7.2 kW, which means it’ll take hours to fill its battery.
Not all employers offer charging points at their workplaces, so it might not be an option for you. Even those that do provide charging points don’t always pay for charging.
Public charging station charge at all speeds. They can range between 3 - 350 kW. There are charging stations all over the country that charge for your EV at a price.
While most public charging stations charge a fee, some, such as Pod Point’s Tesco charging points, charge for free. Public charging stations are the fastest way to charge the Kia e-Niro and the only place you can find rapid or ultrarapid chargers.
You can charge both versions of the Kia e-Niro in under an hour at public charging points.
There are a lot of charging networks in the UK. Each network operates in different locations, charges different prices per kWh and has different requirements to enable you to charge. This can get overwhelming and complicated, but it doesn’t have to be.
Bonnet is an app that partners with charging networks to allow you to charge at their locations for a great price. Use Bonnet’s interactive map to find the right public charging station with the perfect speeds and price for you.
Once you download their app, you don’t have to clutter your phone with charging network apps, as all you need is the Bonnet app to access over 17 public charging networks. Bonnet has a membership option named Bonnet Bounce which can guarantee you save up to 15% on EV charging bills.
Download Bonnet today to improve your charging experience.
Should I charge my Kia e-Niro to 100%
It would be best to try maintaining your battery at around 80 - 90% charge. Charging to 100% now and then isn’t too bad, but try not to do it too often, as it can wear down your battery.
How long does it take to fully charge a Kia Niro?
Depending on your charging speed to charge your EV, it can take between 20 hours and an hour to charge the Kia e-Niro fully. It will take just under one hour if you charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh at its max speed.
Can you fast charge a Kia e-Niro?
Yes, the Kia e-Niro can charge up to speeds of 77 kW using the CCS connector.
The Kia e-Niro is a competitively priced, family-friendly car; it is one of the most popular EVs in the UK. There are two versions of this EV; one has a 64 kWh battery, and the other has a 39 kWh battery. The EV won the award What Car?’s Car of the Year award in 2019 and has sold over 100,000 units in Europe since its release.
The Kia e-Niro is noted for its modern look, long-range and comfortable drive. This guide should inform you about everything you need to know about charging the Kia e-Niro.
The Kia e-Niro comes in two different versions with different battery sizes, one has a 64 kWh battery, and the other has a 39 kWh battery. Each version has a different max mph and range.
The Kia e-Niro 64 kWh has a range of 279 miles. It has a top speed of 104 mph and can reach 60 mph in under 8 seconds.
The Kia e-Niro 39 kWh is the low-performance version of the EV. It has a range of 180 miles and top speeds of 96 mph, and can reach 60 mph in under 10 seconds.
Both versions of the Kia-E Niro have the same charging speed limits. Their max AC charging speed is 7.2 kW, and their max DC charging speed is 77 kW. If you charge at its max speed, it will take the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh 50 minutes to charge fully.
If you charge at max speed, it will take the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh 30 minutes to fully charge its 39 kW battery.
However, you shouldn’t charge to 100% too often as it can damage your EV’s battery. Doing it now and then won’t have a serious impact, but it’s a bad habit. Similarly, don’t let it drain to 0%, as that will also damage the battery’s condition. The Kia e-Niro slows its charge as it gets closer to 100% to help your battery last longer.
The Kia e-Niro uses the same connector types for both battery sizes. There is one for AC charging and one for DC charging. Both of these connectors are combined to create the CCS 2 connector.
Their AC connector is the Type 2 connector, often called the Mennekes. This charges at a max speed of 7.2 kW. It is the standard AC connector in Europe. The Type 2 connector is used for slow and fast charging. It can be used in places like your home charging station, work charging points, and select public charging networks.
The DC connector is the CCS connector. It can charge up to 77 kW and is used for rapid charging. You can only find rapid chargers at public charging stations.
The Kia E-Niro is straightforward to charge. You can find the charging port at the front of the car where the car’s grille is in a non-EV. You open a small flap at the front, insert the charging cable, and then you’re ready to charge.
If you’re charging at a public charging station, you might need to download an app, get an RFID or have a membership before accessing their charging points.
There are many different charging speeds available for you to charge your car with. Chargers under 7 kWh are considered slow chargers, while 7 - 44 kW chargers are considered fast chargers. 50 kW+ chargers are considered rapid or ultrarapid chargers.
As the Kia e-Niro has two different versions with different battery sizes, they each take different times to charge.
Charger speed is not the only factor that impacts how long it takes to charge the Kia e-Niro. Ambient temperature, car temperature, battery life and battery condition affect charging time.
To help you understand how long it’d take to charge the Kia e-Niro’s two models, we’ve calculated how long it’d take to charge from 10 - 80% battery using several typical charging speeds. We’re calculating 10 - 80%, as you shouldn’t charge up to 100% too often to maintain the battery. Also, the DC charging speeds slow down closer to 100%.
This is the standard plug socket in your home that you use for everything. To use it to charge your EV, you need to buy a domestic adapter which allows your Type 2 connector to charge with the 3-pin plug.
This is a very useful way to charge, but it is also very slow. The best way to use this plug is for top-ups or in an emergency. While it can be very convenient, you should try not to charge too much using your home’s electricity, as overuse can damage your home’s wiring. This isn’t a long-term solution for charging, and you should look into a home charging station, or if your workplace has a charging port, you should use that.
This is the slowest way to charge your EV. If you charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80% using the BS 1363 plug, it will take 19 hours and 36 minutes. It will take 11 hours and 52 minutes to charge the 39 kWh battery version from 10 - 80% power.
The 3.6 kW charger is a slow charger you can find at home, work or public charging stations. If you install a home charging point, you can access this speed at your home. These aren’t very fast, and the best way to use them is to leave them on charge for an extended period or to top up your battery.
While this is faster than charging at a BS 1363 plug, it isn’t very fast. It would take the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh 12 hours and 31 minutes to get from 10 - 80% charge using this speed, and it will take the 39 kWh version 7 hours and 35 minutes.
A 7 kW charger is another slow charger. Like the other AC chargers, it uses the Type 2 connector. This speed can be installed at your home or might be found at your work. Some public charging stations provide chargers at this speed.
If you charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh at this speed, it will take 6 hours and 27 minutes to charge your EV from 10 - 80% battery. It will take 3 hours and 54 minutes to charge from 10 - 80% with a Kia e-Niro 39 kWh.
The 22 kW charger uses the Type 2 connector for AC charging. It’s a charger you’re unlikely to find at home or work. It is more often found at public charging stations. It charges faster than the Kia e-Niro’s top AC charging speed; instead, it will charge to its maximum speed of 7.2 kW.
This fast charger will take 6 hours and 15 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80%. To charge the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh from 10 - 80%, it will take 3 hours and 48 minutes.
The 50 kW charger is a rapid charger which uses the CCS connector for DC charging. It is the most common rapid charging speed in the UK. It can be found at public charging stations, although not all charging stations provide rapid charging.
A 50 kW charger will take 54 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80% charge. It will take 33 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh from 10 - 80% battery.
Ultra-rapid chargers are chargers that charge above 100 kW. These can go up to 350 kW, although most charging stations don’t provide ultra-rapid chargers. They use the DC connector and can only be found in public charging networks.
The maximum DC speed for the Kia e-Niro is 77 kW. This means the Kia e-Niro won’t use the full potential of the ultra-rapid chargers.
It will take 35 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80% using any ultrarapid charger. It will take 21 minutes to do the same with the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh.
You can charge your EV in three main locations. At your home, at your workplace or at a nearby public charging station. Each of these options will cost different amounts and offer different charging speeds.
Charging at home is usually rather slow. Average home charging speeds are between 2.3 - 7 kW. To charge at home, you have two options, you can get a domestic adapter to allow you to charge using your home’s plugs, or you can purchase and install a home charging point.
Home charging is slow, but if you have the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh, it might make more sense as charging will be much quicker with the smaller battery.
Charging at home can be the most efficient way to charge your Kia e-Niro. If you charge overnight, you can charge the Kia e-Niro’s battery at lower costs, as non-peak hour energy is cheaper.
You can buy a domestic adapter for your EV, which is a very convenient way to charge the Kia e-Niro, or you can get a home charging station installed at your home. There are grants available to EV owners to help them afford a home charging point.
There are two main grants available to you. The OZEV Chargepoint Grant is up to £350 or 75% off the cost of a fully installed charging point if you meet specific requirements. There is also the Scottish EST Domestic Chargepoint Grant which offers up to £300. You can use the EST grant alongside the OZEV grant.
These are slow chargers. If you own the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh, it will take a long time to charge the battery substantially. Also, if you charge at peak hour prices, the cost of charging your EV can become expensive and comparable to charging prices at public charging stations despite taking much longer to charge.
If your workplace has a charging point, it might make more sense to use it rather than buy a home charging station or use the 3-pin plug, which can damage your home’s wiring if overused.
More and more employers are providing EV owners with charging points at their workplaces. They provide these points as an incentive for their employees. These chargers are usually around the same speeds as home chargers and range between 3 - 7 kW, although some companies might have chargers that can go around 22 kW.
Some employers pay for your charging; this can save you a lot of money if you use the work charging point frequently. It also means you won’t have to pay for a home charging point.
The best way to use work charging points is to leave your EV charging while you’re working; this allows it to fill up slowly rather than sit dormant in the car park.
The downside is that they’re not very fast chargers. At fastest, their charging speeds can only charge the Kia e-Niro at 7.2 kW, which means it’ll take hours to fill its battery.
Not all employers offer charging points at their workplaces, so it might not be an option for you. Even those that do provide charging points don’t always pay for charging.
Public charging station charge at all speeds. They can range between 3 - 350 kW. There are charging stations all over the country that charge for your EV at a price.
While most public charging stations charge a fee, some, such as Pod Point’s Tesco charging points, charge for free. Public charging stations are the fastest way to charge the Kia e-Niro and the only place you can find rapid or ultrarapid chargers.
You can charge both versions of the Kia e-Niro in under an hour at public charging points.
There are a lot of charging networks in the UK. Each network operates in different locations, charges different prices per kWh and has different requirements to enable you to charge. This can get overwhelming and complicated, but it doesn’t have to be.
Bonnet is an app that partners with charging networks to allow you to charge at their locations for a great price. Use Bonnet’s interactive map to find the right public charging station with the perfect speeds and price for you.
Once you download their app, you don’t have to clutter your phone with charging network apps, as all you need is the Bonnet app to access over 17 public charging networks. Bonnet has a membership option named Bonnet Bounce which can guarantee you save up to 15% on EV charging bills.
Download Bonnet today to improve your charging experience.
The Kia e-Niro is a competitively priced, family-friendly car; it is one of the most popular EVs in the UK. There are two versions of this EV; one has a 64 kWh battery, and the other has a 39 kWh battery. The EV won the award What Car?’s Car of the Year award in 2019 and has sold over 100,000 units in Europe since its release.
The Kia e-Niro is noted for its modern look, long-range and comfortable drive. This guide should inform you about everything you need to know about charging the Kia e-Niro.
The Kia e-Niro comes in two different versions with different battery sizes, one has a 64 kWh battery, and the other has a 39 kWh battery. Each version has a different max mph and range.
The Kia e-Niro 64 kWh has a range of 279 miles. It has a top speed of 104 mph and can reach 60 mph in under 8 seconds.
The Kia e-Niro 39 kWh is the low-performance version of the EV. It has a range of 180 miles and top speeds of 96 mph, and can reach 60 mph in under 10 seconds.
Both versions of the Kia-E Niro have the same charging speed limits. Their max AC charging speed is 7.2 kW, and their max DC charging speed is 77 kW. If you charge at its max speed, it will take the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh 50 minutes to charge fully.
If you charge at max speed, it will take the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh 30 minutes to fully charge its 39 kW battery.
However, you shouldn’t charge to 100% too often as it can damage your EV’s battery. Doing it now and then won’t have a serious impact, but it’s a bad habit. Similarly, don’t let it drain to 0%, as that will also damage the battery’s condition. The Kia e-Niro slows its charge as it gets closer to 100% to help your battery last longer.
The Kia e-Niro uses the same connector types for both battery sizes. There is one for AC charging and one for DC charging. Both of these connectors are combined to create the CCS 2 connector.
Their AC connector is the Type 2 connector, often called the Mennekes. This charges at a max speed of 7.2 kW. It is the standard AC connector in Europe. The Type 2 connector is used for slow and fast charging. It can be used in places like your home charging station, work charging points, and select public charging networks.
The DC connector is the CCS connector. It can charge up to 77 kW and is used for rapid charging. You can only find rapid chargers at public charging stations.
The Kia E-Niro is straightforward to charge. You can find the charging port at the front of the car where the car’s grille is in a non-EV. You open a small flap at the front, insert the charging cable, and then you’re ready to charge.
If you’re charging at a public charging station, you might need to download an app, get an RFID or have a membership before accessing their charging points.
There are many different charging speeds available for you to charge your car with. Chargers under 7 kWh are considered slow chargers, while 7 - 44 kW chargers are considered fast chargers. 50 kW+ chargers are considered rapid or ultrarapid chargers.
As the Kia e-Niro has two different versions with different battery sizes, they each take different times to charge.
Charger speed is not the only factor that impacts how long it takes to charge the Kia e-Niro. Ambient temperature, car temperature, battery life and battery condition affect charging time.
To help you understand how long it’d take to charge the Kia e-Niro’s two models, we’ve calculated how long it’d take to charge from 10 - 80% battery using several typical charging speeds. We’re calculating 10 - 80%, as you shouldn’t charge up to 100% too often to maintain the battery. Also, the DC charging speeds slow down closer to 100%.
This is the standard plug socket in your home that you use for everything. To use it to charge your EV, you need to buy a domestic adapter which allows your Type 2 connector to charge with the 3-pin plug.
This is a very useful way to charge, but it is also very slow. The best way to use this plug is for top-ups or in an emergency. While it can be very convenient, you should try not to charge too much using your home’s electricity, as overuse can damage your home’s wiring. This isn’t a long-term solution for charging, and you should look into a home charging station, or if your workplace has a charging port, you should use that.
This is the slowest way to charge your EV. If you charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80% using the BS 1363 plug, it will take 19 hours and 36 minutes. It will take 11 hours and 52 minutes to charge the 39 kWh battery version from 10 - 80% power.
The 3.6 kW charger is a slow charger you can find at home, work or public charging stations. If you install a home charging point, you can access this speed at your home. These aren’t very fast, and the best way to use them is to leave them on charge for an extended period or to top up your battery.
While this is faster than charging at a BS 1363 plug, it isn’t very fast. It would take the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh 12 hours and 31 minutes to get from 10 - 80% charge using this speed, and it will take the 39 kWh version 7 hours and 35 minutes.
A 7 kW charger is another slow charger. Like the other AC chargers, it uses the Type 2 connector. This speed can be installed at your home or might be found at your work. Some public charging stations provide chargers at this speed.
If you charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh at this speed, it will take 6 hours and 27 minutes to charge your EV from 10 - 80% battery. It will take 3 hours and 54 minutes to charge from 10 - 80% with a Kia e-Niro 39 kWh.
The 22 kW charger uses the Type 2 connector for AC charging. It’s a charger you’re unlikely to find at home or work. It is more often found at public charging stations. It charges faster than the Kia e-Niro’s top AC charging speed; instead, it will charge to its maximum speed of 7.2 kW.
This fast charger will take 6 hours and 15 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80%. To charge the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh from 10 - 80%, it will take 3 hours and 48 minutes.
The 50 kW charger is a rapid charger which uses the CCS connector for DC charging. It is the most common rapid charging speed in the UK. It can be found at public charging stations, although not all charging stations provide rapid charging.
A 50 kW charger will take 54 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80% charge. It will take 33 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh from 10 - 80% battery.
Ultra-rapid chargers are chargers that charge above 100 kW. These can go up to 350 kW, although most charging stations don’t provide ultra-rapid chargers. They use the DC connector and can only be found in public charging networks.
The maximum DC speed for the Kia e-Niro is 77 kW. This means the Kia e-Niro won’t use the full potential of the ultra-rapid chargers.
It will take 35 minutes to charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh from 10 - 80% using any ultrarapid charger. It will take 21 minutes to do the same with the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh.
You can charge your EV in three main locations. At your home, at your workplace or at a nearby public charging station. Each of these options will cost different amounts and offer different charging speeds.
Charging at home is usually rather slow. Average home charging speeds are between 2.3 - 7 kW. To charge at home, you have two options, you can get a domestic adapter to allow you to charge using your home’s plugs, or you can purchase and install a home charging point.
Home charging is slow, but if you have the Kia e-Niro 39 kWh, it might make more sense as charging will be much quicker with the smaller battery.
Charging at home can be the most efficient way to charge your Kia e-Niro. If you charge overnight, you can charge the Kia e-Niro’s battery at lower costs, as non-peak hour energy is cheaper.
You can buy a domestic adapter for your EV, which is a very convenient way to charge the Kia e-Niro, or you can get a home charging station installed at your home. There are grants available to EV owners to help them afford a home charging point.
There are two main grants available to you. The OZEV Chargepoint Grant is up to £350 or 75% off the cost of a fully installed charging point if you meet specific requirements. There is also the Scottish EST Domestic Chargepoint Grant which offers up to £300. You can use the EST grant alongside the OZEV grant.
These are slow chargers. If you own the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh, it will take a long time to charge the battery substantially. Also, if you charge at peak hour prices, the cost of charging your EV can become expensive and comparable to charging prices at public charging stations despite taking much longer to charge.
If your workplace has a charging point, it might make more sense to use it rather than buy a home charging station or use the 3-pin plug, which can damage your home’s wiring if overused.
More and more employers are providing EV owners with charging points at their workplaces. They provide these points as an incentive for their employees. These chargers are usually around the same speeds as home chargers and range between 3 - 7 kW, although some companies might have chargers that can go around 22 kW.
Some employers pay for your charging; this can save you a lot of money if you use the work charging point frequently. It also means you won’t have to pay for a home charging point.
The best way to use work charging points is to leave your EV charging while you’re working; this allows it to fill up slowly rather than sit dormant in the car park.
The downside is that they’re not very fast chargers. At fastest, their charging speeds can only charge the Kia e-Niro at 7.2 kW, which means it’ll take hours to fill its battery.
Not all employers offer charging points at their workplaces, so it might not be an option for you. Even those that do provide charging points don’t always pay for charging.
Public charging station charge at all speeds. They can range between 3 - 350 kW. There are charging stations all over the country that charge for your EV at a price.
While most public charging stations charge a fee, some, such as Pod Point’s Tesco charging points, charge for free. Public charging stations are the fastest way to charge the Kia e-Niro and the only place you can find rapid or ultrarapid chargers.
You can charge both versions of the Kia e-Niro in under an hour at public charging points.
There are a lot of charging networks in the UK. Each network operates in different locations, charges different prices per kWh and has different requirements to enable you to charge. This can get overwhelming and complicated, but it doesn’t have to be.
Bonnet is an app that partners with charging networks to allow you to charge at their locations for a great price. Use Bonnet’s interactive map to find the right public charging station with the perfect speeds and price for you.
Once you download their app, you don’t have to clutter your phone with charging network apps, as all you need is the Bonnet app to access over 17 public charging networks. Bonnet has a membership option named Bonnet Bounce which can guarantee you save up to 15% on EV charging bills.
Download Bonnet today to improve your charging experience.
Should I charge my Kia e-Niro to 100%
It would be best to try maintaining your battery at around 80 - 90% charge. Charging to 100% now and then isn’t too bad, but try not to do it too often, as it can wear down your battery.
How long does it take to fully charge a Kia Niro?
Depending on your charging speed to charge your EV, it can take between 20 hours and an hour to charge the Kia e-Niro fully. It will take just under one hour if you charge the Kia e-Niro 64 kWh at its max speed.
Can you fast charge a Kia e-Niro?
Yes, the Kia e-Niro can charge up to speeds of 77 kW using the CCS connector.
