Charging
Stay powered for your drive.
You’ve got charging questions. We’ve got answers.
With electrified vehicles you no longer have to rely on gas as the only source of power. In fact, electric and fuel cell models don’t use fossil fuel at all. Which is why two of the most important questions many shoppers ask is, “How do I keep my electrified vehicle charged?” and “How does it fit into my life?” We’re here to answer these questions and more.
What affects range
Outside temperature
As with gas vehicles, EVs may be affected by extreme temperatures. Both hot and very low temps impact the performance and efficiency of the battery. Low temperatures also cause the tire pressure to drop, which means more rolling resistance.
Climate control
Heating the A/C, heater, or using the heated seats can drain the battery. To conserve energy, pre-heat or pre-cool your EV while plugged in to the charging station in the Hyundai Bluelink app.
Driving style
Aggressive driving such as quick acceleration and hard braking uses up more battery power. To maximize your range, try to maintain consistent speed and anticipate slowing down to save down smoothly.
Speed
If you with at maximum range, moderate speeds are key. Higher speeds require more wind resistance, which means more battery power. Driving at lower speeds burns less efficient. Plus, the battery needs time to recharge with regenerative braking.
Terrain
If your route goes through a hilly or mountainous area, your current range will require more than normal time driving uphill consumes more battery power at each elevation level due to the increased force required to climb level ground.
Other factors
Additionally driving range is also impacted in a number of other ways, including the weight and tire carrying, the tire pressure, and battery condition.
Stopping power. Literally.
When it comes to charging, regenerative braking can help extend the range of all our electrified vehicles. When you coast or brake, the brakes turn the wheels’ rotations into electricity, which is stored in the battery . IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, KONA Electric, NEXO Fuel Cell, TUCSON Hybrid, and TUCSON Plug-in Hybrid have control paddles behind the steering wheel, which let you choose from different levels of regenerative braking.
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Regenerative braking
High
Set to higher levels of regenerative braking, you get more energy capture when decelerating. On IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, and KONA Electric you can use the i-Pedal function which activates the brakes when you take your foot off the accelerator, slowing to a complete stop.
Low
When you set to the lower levels of regenerative braking, you capture less energy but get longer, smoother coasting when you take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Smart
Activate the Smart Regeneration System, and it automatically adjusts the regenerative braking level according to the speed and distance of the vehicle in front of you.
MPGe
What’s MPGe, exactly?
Making the switch from a gas to an electrified vehicle is a big decision. One great reason to go electric is lower overall energy costs. To make it easier to compare electric with gas models, the EPA created MPGe which stands for “miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent.”
Simply put, MPGe is the distance an EV can travel on 33.7 kWh of electricity, which is the energy equivalent of one gallon of gas.
As an example, here’s a comparison between the 2025 KONA Electric and our gas-powered KONA:
Range
2025 KONA Electric SE: 118 MPGe (EPA-est.)
2025 KONA SE (gas): Up to 31 MPG (combined)
Cost to travel 100 miles
2025 KONA Electric SE: $4.00 (at $0.14 per kWh)
2025 KONA SE (gas): $10.01 (at $3.10 per gallon)
You can also use MPGe to compare different types of
electrified vehicles. For
instance, 2025 IONIQ 5 SE
Standard Range RWD has 114 Combined MPGe while 2025 TUCSON Plug-in Hybrid has 77 Combined MPGe.
Charging your Hyundai
Level 1
The easiest home charging option—you simply plug into a standard 120V AC outlet with a
portable Level 1 charging device. However, Level 1 charging takes significantly longer than other
charging options.
Level 2
The faster way to charge at home. Level 2 charging requires specialized equipment that plugs
into a 240V AC outlet, like Hyundai Home’s
ChargePoint® Home Flex EV charger. Fully charging your
vehicle can take as little as 7 hours depending on the model and various conditions.
Level 3
Found at public locations like charging stations and shopping centers—check charging
capabilities in your area using our map link below. Using over 480 volts, DC fast chargers can take
your
vehicle from 10% to 80% in as little as 25-64 minutes, depending on model. Even better, a 350-kW, 800V
DC ultra-fast charger can power up a 2025 IONIQ 6 from 10 to 80% in just 18 minutes. And you get about
68 miles of range after 5 minutes of charging.
See charging stations map
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Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
The easiest home charging option—you simply plug into a standard 120V AC outlet with a
portable
Level 1 charging device. However, Level 1 charging takes significantly longer than other charging
options.
The faster way to charge at home. Level 2 charging requires specialized equipment that
plugs into a 240V AC outlet, like Hyundai Home’s
ChargePoint® Home Flex EV charger. Fully charging your
vehicle can take as little as 7 hours depending on the model and various conditions.
Found at public locations like charging stations and shopping centers—check charging
capabilities in your area using our map link below. Using over 480 volts, DC fast chargers can take your
vehicle from 10% to 80% in as little as 25-64 minutes, depending on model. Even better, a 350-kW, 800V DC
ultra-fast charger can power up a 2025 IONIQ 6 from 10 to 80% in just 18 minutes. And you get about 68
miles
of range after 5 minutes of charging.
See charging stations map
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Getting charged has never been easier.
With DC fast-charging available across the country through the ChargePoint and IONNA
networks, you can feel confident there’s always power ahead.
Charging convenience
Charging on the go that puts you in charge.
Charging your Hyundai on the road just got a whole lot easier. You get access to a bigger network, including Tesla Superchargers, an all-in-one Bluelink app that manages everything, and effortless Plug & Charge that makes payment a breeze.
More places to charge your Hyundai.
Charging flexibility comes standard on your Hyundai. Not only are we providing Tesla Supercharger-compatible NACS adapters for our current EV owners, but starting with the 2025 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9, future electric models will come equipped with NACS ports standard. Which means you can now access a bigger network of 61,000 DC fast chargers across the country.
In-app charging
Our Bluelink charging app conveniently puts everything in one place. Now you can find charging stations, start charging sessions, and process payments through your smartphone.
Plug & Charge
Imagine public charging without the extra hassle of apps or cards. Simply plug in and charging starts right away. Plug & Charge takes care of authentication and payment automatically.
Powering the future of electrification.
Hyundai and IONNA are rolling out a nationwide EV charging network designed for speed and simplicity. Plug and Charge technology and renewable power make it easy to stay on the move while driving toward a cleaner future.
Learn moreEV Route Planner
Hyundai navigation systems can locate charging stations along specific routes and refresh as you go. You can also view information about each station. The EV Route Planner also tells you how many charging stops you’ll need to make, as well as expected no-charging zones. So, you’re confident and prepared on every trip.
Fuel cell charging
Electrified vehicles you fuel at the pump.
Fuel cell vehicles
use
an electric motor powered by hydrogen, allowing for fast, gas- like refueling in about five minutes.
Battery health
Smarter battery care. Longer battery life.
Rest assured, when it comes to your Hyundai EV’s lithium ion battery, you
can
always count on our 10-year/100,000-mile Limited Battery Warranty. For even more peace of mind, here’s
how
your battery stays healthy.
Protect your battery from heat
During very hot weather, shaded spots or staying plugged in when parked help your vehicle’s thermal management system run more efficiently.
Ideal charging range
A 100% charge is there when you need it, but the optimal range for better battery life is between 25% and 75%.
Standard chargers
While DC fast chargers are great for road trips and saving time, for everyday charging, standard chargers are much better for your battery’s long-term health.
Timed chargers
Going on vacation? A timed charger helps keep your battery at an ideal charge level between 25-75% while you’re away.
Going electric with Hyundai.
Hyundai Home
Make your house as electrified as your electric vehicle. With Hyundai Home, you’ll have the power to
take charge of your electricity with solar panels, energy storage systems and a 240-volt (Level 2)
charger.
FAQ
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