Hyundai Kona Electric 64 kWh ('18-'19) EV charger: which one fits best?
The early Hyundai Kona Electric 64 kWh from 2018 and 2019 charges at home at up to 7.2 kW. It does so over a single phase. That detail decides your choice, and not in the way you might expect. What matters is not the rating on the box, but how much current it puts on one phase. An 11 kW charger, for example, cuts this car's charging speed roughly in half. Compare more widely in our overview of the Hyundai Kona and all Hyundai EV chargers.
For the Hyundai Kona Electric 64 kWh ('18-'19) we recommend a charger from our 7.4 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the Hyundai Kona Electric 64 kWh ('18-'19)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 64 kWh |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 7.2 kW (single-phase, 32 A) |
| Range (WLTP) | approx. 449 km |
| Charging time at 7.2 kW | approx. 9 hours |
| Charging connector | Type 2 |
Which EV charger suits the Hyundai Kona Electric 64 kWh ('18-'19)?
This Kona charges on one phase at 32 A, which works out at 7.2 kW. A single phase 7.4 kW charger matches that exactly, so you get the full speed. One point deserves your attention here. An 11 kW charger delivers 3 x 16 A, and your Kona can use only one of those phases. It therefore drops to 3.7 kW. That almost doubles your charging time, even though the charger carries a higher rating.
One honest note about the MID meter. A MID meter is a certified kWh meter that records your charging precisely, separate from your household use. In our range that feature starts at 11 kW. None of our 7.4 kW chargers has one built in. Our range of EV chargers with a MID meter shows where it does start. Do you want full charging speed and a calibrated meter together? That combination starts at our 22 kW EV chargers. Those deliver 3 x 32 A, so the Kona gets its full 7.2 kW. Such a charger does need a three phase 32 A supply at home, so check that with your electrician first.
Two more features are worth your attention at this power. Dynamic load balancing keeps an eye on the rest of your home. It turns the charge down when other appliances need the power, so your fuse box stays within its limit. App control lets you start the charge when electricity is cheapest. A 7.4 kW home EV charger is the simplest starting point, and it is the power this Kona actually uses.
How long does the Hyundai Kona Electric 64 kWh ('18-'19) take to charge?
Take the 64 kWh battery and divide it by the charging power. At the maximum 7.2 kW of this version you fill a nearly empty battery in about nine hours. Plug the car in during the evening and you drive off with a full battery. A charger rated at 11 kW does not make this faster. It makes it slower, because the car can use only one of the three phases. The Kona uses a Type 2 connection for home charging. Charging at a public point without a fixed cable? Then you need a Type 2 charging cable.
Other versions of the Hyundai Kona Electric
Wallbox Discounter also has charging advice for the other versions of the Hyundai Kona:
- Hyundai Kona Electric 39 kWh - smaller battery pack
- Hyundai Kona Electric 48 kWh
- Hyundai Kona Electric 64 kWh - newer version
- Hyundai Kona Electric 65 kWh
Not sure which charger suits your fuse box? Get in touch and we will help you pick the right one. We recommend having the connection made by a qualified electrician. Wallbox Discounter arranges installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany. We ship almost all our products worldwide, but outside those three countries the installation is not included.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Hyundai Kona Electric 64 kWh ('18-'19) need a three phase connection?
No, and a three phase charger can even work against you. This version charges on one phase at 7.2 kW. On a three phase 11 kW charger it gets 16 A on a single phase, so 3.7 kW. A single phase 7.4 kW charger gives it the full 7.2 kW, and a 22 kW charger does the same.
Do I need an EV charger with a MID meter?
A MID meter is a certified kWh meter that records your charging accurately. You then know what charging costs at home, separate from the rest of your household use. In our range this feature starts at 11 kW, so a 7.4 kW charger does not have one. At 22 kW you get the full charging speed and the calibrated meter together.