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How much battery power does an electric car need?
I’ve been looking more and more into electric cars—especially because I’m moving from Missouri to Los Angeles and I need a practical car to get around. I’m not sure how it works with charging an electric car. What do I need to know about charging my car before I buy it? How much battery power does an electric car need?
Elaine Duvet · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Congrats on the big move!
Los Angeles
really is a magical place. So is In-N-Out! The amount of battery power your electric car needs depends on a couple of different factors. Your electric car battery is made up of thousands of battery cells and multiple small batteries. The “fuel tank” has a max capacity, but its range can vary depending on how much the car weighs, the temperature outside, and how fast you’re going.
When trying to decide if a battery capacity of an electric vehicle is right for you, consider the following:
- Car battery size (expressed in kilowatt-hours “kWh”).
- The speed of the charger.
- How much electrical current your car can handle.
The larger the kWh number on your car, the bigger the
battery
and therefore the longer it will take to fully charge. For example, a Nissan Leaf has a 40 kWh battery and it needs to charge for about 12 hours. Also, the higher kWh, the better range your electric vehicle will have. The Nissan Leaf will get a range of 149 miles, which is about average.An electric car needs 66 kWh on average to charge. Typically, you’ll be able to use a standard connector between 120V and 240V (which is typically an upgrade sold separately). And it’s as simple as plugging one end of the charger in your car and the other in a 120V outlet.
Now that you know more about the capacity and function of electric vehicles, you can feel good about purchasing an eco-friendly car of your own. Another way to cut costs during this time of unexpected inflation is to make sure you’re not overpaying each month for car insurance.
If you’ve got questions about your coverage, download the
Jerry
app. Did we mention that users save an average of $887 a year? Before every policy renewal period, you’ll be presented with new competitive quotes, which means you’ll always have the best coverage at the best price. If you want to switch policies, no worries! Jerry can help cancel your old policy.Now go live your best life, and order everything animal style at In-N-Out!
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- Gregory R.
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