Which EV charger suits your Chevrolet depends on the model. The electric and plug-in hybrid Chevrolets all charge on a single phase, so on one of the three phases your home connection can supply. That goes for the Bolt EV, the Spark EV and the Volt. They all use a Type 1 connector too. But the charging power differs per model, and that decides which charger keeps its speed. Wallbox Discounter therefore has a separate page per model, with specific charging advice and charging times.
Charging specifications per Chevrolet model
| Model | Max. AC charging power | Charging connector | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | 7.4 kW (single-phase, 32 A) | Type 1 | Chevrolet Bolt EV |
| Chevrolet Spark EV | 3.7 kW (single-phase, 16 A) | Type 1 | Chevrolet Spark EV |
| Chevrolet Volt (PHEV) | 3.7 kW (single-phase, 16 A) | Type 1 | Chevrolet Volt |
Which EV charger suits a Chevrolet?
These Chevrolets all charge on one phase, but not at the same current, and that is where the choice is made. A three-phase 11 kW charger supplies 16 A per phase. A single-phase car uses one of those phases, so it draws 3.7 kW and no more.
For the Spark EV and the Volt that is exactly their own maximum, so they lose nothing. An 11 kW EV charger is then the sensible buy. The charging time stays the same today, and you are ready for a next car that uses all three phases.
The Bolt EV is the exception. It takes 32 A on one phase, so 7.4 kW, and on an 11 kW charger it drops to 3.7 kW. That is half its speed. To keep the full 7.4 kW you need 32 A on a single phase. That means a 7.4 kW EV charger, or a 22 kW EV charger that supplies 32 A per phase.
These Chevrolets have a Type 1 inlet. So pick a socket model, a charger without a fixed cable, and add a matching Type 1 charging cable.
A charger with a built-in MID meter is worth considering. That is a kWh meter built into the charger. It is calibrated to a European standard, so its reading is a legally valid record of the kilowatt-hours your car took. It measures your car alone, separate from the rest of the house, so you see exactly what charging at home costs.
In our range those chargers are all three-phase, and we stock them at 11 kW and at 22 kW. At 7.4 kW single-phase we carry none. Check our EV chargers with a MID meter before you settle on a power level. For the Bolt EV that points to a 22 kW model: it supplies 32 A per phase, so you keep the full speed and get the meter.
We always recommend having the connection done by a certified electrician, which is safer and matters for your insurance. Wallbox Discounter arranges installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany, and nowhere else. In the Netherlands and Flemish Belgium you order it together with the charger. In Germany you request a free quotation first.
All Chevrolet models at Wallbox Discounter
Every Chevrolet has its own page with specific charging advice and charging times:
Frequently asked questions about Chevrolet EV chargers
What charging power do most Chevrolet cars have?
These Chevrolet models charge on a single phase. The fully electric Bolt EV charges at up to 7.4 kW. The Spark EV and the plug-in hybrid Volt charge at 3.7 kW. You will find the exact figure on the model page.
Does a Chevrolet need a three-phase charger?
Not necessarily. For the Spark EV and the Volt a single-phase 3.7 kW charger is enough. A three-phase 11 kW charger costs them nothing today and prepares you for a next car that uses all three phases. For the Bolt EV it is different: that car drops to 3.7 kW on an 11 kW charger. It needs 32 A on one phase, so 7.4 kW single-phase or 22 kW three-phase.