Hyundai Kona Electric 48 kWh EV charger: which one fits best?
The Hyundai Kona Electric 48 kWh charges at home at up to 11 kW through a Type 2 connection. With a usable battery capacity of 48.4 kWh, this is a comfortable match. The battery is small enough to recharge overnight and large enough for everyday use. Your choice of EV charger therefore depends mainly on your electrical installation and metering requirements. Also see our overview of the Hyundai Kona EV charger or all Hyundai EV chargers.
For the Hyundai Kona Electric 48 kWh, we recommend a charger from our range of 11 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the Hyundai Kona Electric 48 kWh
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Usable battery capacity | 48.4 kWh |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 11 kW (three-phase) |
| Range (WLTP) | approx. 377 km |
| Charging time with an 11 kW charger | approx. 5 to 6 hours (including charging losses) |
| Charging connector | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| DC fast charging | approx. 74 kW |
Which EV charger suits the Hyundai Kona Electric 48 kWh?
This Kona accepts up to 11 kW AC, so an 11 kW EV charger on a three-phase connection makes full use of its charging capacity. A more powerful 22 kW charger will not charge the car any faster because the vehicle itself sets the maximum.
There is one important point to check first. Depending on the market, Hyundai supplied this Kona with two different onboard chargers: an 11 kW three-phase unit and a 7.2 kW single-phase unit. In the Netherlands, France and the UK, the three-phase unit is standard. In Germany, the single-phase version is standard.
If your car has the 7.2 kW single-phase onboard charger, a three-phase 11 kW EV charger will use only one phase and provide around 3.7 kW. A full charge then takes approximately 15.5 hours. With a 7.4 kW single-phase charger, the same car can charge at up to 7.2 kW and takes around 8 hours. With the 11 kW three-phase onboard charger, you can use the full 11 kW. Check which version your car has before choosing your charger.
Also consider a built-in MID meter. A MID meter is a certified kWh meter that accurately records the electricity used for charging. This keeps your car's charging consumption separate from the rest of your household use and makes it easier to monitor your charging costs. Not every charger includes this feature, so if it is important to you, compare our EV chargers with a MID meter. You can also browse all 11 kW EV chargers to compare the different options.
How long does the Hyundai Kona Electric 48 kWh take to charge?
With the three-phase onboard charger and a three-phase connection, the Kona charges at up to 11 kW. An empty 48.4 kWh battery can then be fully recharged in approximately 5 to 6 hours. Plug the car in during the evening and it will be ready well before the next morning. These figures include charging losses, so the practical charging time is slightly longer than the simple battery-capacity-divided-by-power calculation.
If you only have a single-phase connection at home, the charging power depends on the available current and the onboard charger in your car. On a 32 A single-phase connection, a compatible version can charge at up to 7.4 kW, taking approximately 7 hours and 45 minutes for a full charge. On a 16 A single-phase connection, charging power is around 3.7 kW and a full charge takes approximately 15.5 hours. At that speed, regular daily top-ups are usually more practical than waiting until the battery is almost empty.
The Kona has a Type 2 connection, like most modern EVs. At home, you charge through the fixed cable or socket of your EV charger. If you also want to charge at public Type 2 charge points without a fixed cable, you need a separate Type 2 charging cable.
Other versions of the Hyundai Kona Electric
Wallbox Discounter also has charging information for other versions of the Hyundai Kona:
- Hyundai Kona Electric 39 kWh, with a smaller battery and shorter range
- Hyundai Kona Electric 64 kWh, with a larger battery and more range
- Hyundai Kona Electric 64 kWh ('18 to '19)
- Hyundai Kona Electric 65 kWh
Frequently asked questions
Does the Hyundai Kona Electric 48 kWh need a three-phase connection?
For the full 11 kW charging power, yes. With the three-phase onboard charger and a three-phase connection, the car can recharge in approximately 5 to 6 hours. If your version has the single-phase onboard charger, the result is different. Check which onboard charger your vehicle has before choosing your EV charger.
Why does a MID meter matter for the Kona Electric 48 kWh?
A MID meter is a certified kWh meter that accurately records the electricity used for charging. It lets you see your car's charging consumption separately from the rest of your household use. This is useful if you want to monitor exactly how much electricity you use for home charging. Not every EV charger includes a MID meter, so check this feature specifically when comparing models.
Can I charge the Hyundai Kona Electric 48 kWh on a 22 kW charger?
Yes, but it will not charge any faster. The car itself determines the maximum AC charging power. With the three-phase onboard charger, the maximum is 11 kW. A 22 kW EV charger therefore provides no additional charging speed for this car.
Have your EV charger installed properly
We always recommend having the connection installed by a qualified electrician. This is safer and can also be important for your insurance. Wallbox Discounter arranges installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany. We ship EV chargers worldwide, but outside those three countries you arrange the installation locally. Not sure which model suits your Hyundai Kona Electric 48 kWh? Contact us by phone or WhatsApp and we will help you choose the right charger.