Battery FAQ Your handy guide to EV and PHEV batteries and range Electrified motoring is the future – and it’s available today at Flear & Thomson. Please read on to learn more about electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) batteries and range.

Charging time by station speed and Model

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Model	7.2kW AC Single Phase (Fast)		22kW AC Three Phase (Fast)		50kW DC Rapid		100kW DC High Power Charging		350kW DC High Power Charging
	Effective max Speed	Approx Charging Time	Effective max Speed	Approx Charging Time	Effective max Speed	Approx Charging Time	Effective max Speed	Approx Charging Time	Effective max Speed	Approx Charging Time
XCeed PHEV	3.3kW	2 hours 15 min	3.3kW	2 hours 15 min	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Niro PHEV	3.3kW	2 hours 55 min (15%-95%)	3.3kW	2 hours 55 min (15%-95%)	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Niro EV	7.2kW	9 hours 25 min	11kW	6 hours 20 min	50kW	1 hour 5 min (10%-80%)	72kW	45 min (10%-80%)	72kW	43 min (10%-80%)
Sportage PHEV	7.2kW	1 hour 45 min (10%-100%)	7.2kW	1 hour 45 min (10%-100%)	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Soul EV	7.2kW	9 hours 35 min	7.2kW	9 hours 35 min	50kW	1 hour 15 min	77kW	54 min (10%-80%)	77kW	54 min (10%-80%)
EV6	7.2kW	TBC	11kW	7 hours 20 min (10%-100%)	50kW	1 hour 13 min (10%-100%)	100kW	TBC	239kW	18 min (10%-100%)
Sorento PHEV	3.3kW	3 hours 25 min	3.3kW	3 hours 25 min	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Model	Mains Charging Single Phase		7.2KW AC Single Phase		22KW AC Three Phase
	Effective max Speed	Approx Charging Time	Effective max Speed	Approx Charging Time	Effective max Speed	Approx Charging Time
XCeed PHEV	2.3kW	3 hours 52 min	3.3kW	2 hours 15 min	3.3kW	2 hours 15 min
Niro PHEV	2.3kW	TBC	3.3kW	2 hours 55 min	3.3kW	2 hours 55 min
Niro EV	2.3kW	27 hours 30 min	7.2kW	9 hours 25 min	11kW	6 hours 20 min
Sportage PHEV	2.3kW	5 hours 27 min (10%-100%)	7.2kW	1 hour 45 min (10%-100%)	7.2kW	1 hour 45 min (10%-100%)
Soul EV	2.3kW	29 hours	7.2kW	9 hours 35 min	11kW	9 hours 35 min
EV6	2.3kW	32 hours 45 min (10%-100%)	7.2kW	TBC	11kW	7 hours 20 min (10%-100%)
Sorento PHEV	2.3kW	5 hours 2 min	3.3kW	3 hours 25 min	3.3kW	3 hours 25 min

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Does an EV/PHEV battery degrade quickly in comparison with a conventional internal combustion engine (ICE)? Modern battery management systems, and advancements in battery technology, have helped to reduce degradation rates. In many cases, EV and PHEV batteries last as long or even longer than an ICE.

What is a NiCad battery? NiCad (or Ni-CD) is an abbreviation of nickel-cadmium. It’s an older form of battery that’s not as robust as modern-day versions that are made of anode, cathode, separator, electrolyte and lithium ions.

Why is it better to charge a battery to 80% rather than 100%? Charging to 80% will help extend the lifespan of a battery by reducing overall battery cell stress.

Where can I charge my EV or PHEV? Your EV or PHEV is never far from its next electric top up.

● You can charge at home via a standard three-pin power source or with a dedicated fast-charging wallbox.
● Many businesses provide their employees with rapid-charging facilities.
● Out and about, there are more than 55,300 public chargepoints at 31,400-plus locations around the UK.

How long will my EV/PHEV take to charge? This will depend on the car and the charging method. Using the Kia Niro EV as an example, it’ll take roughly:

● 48 minutes (20% to 80%) with a rapid-charging public connector (rated at 50 kW)
● 9.3 hours (0% to 100%) with a fast-charging domestic wallbox (rated at 7 kW)
● 21.6 hours (0% to 100%) using a three-pin domestic power source (rated at 3 kW)

How long will my vehicle take to charge to full?

You can charge an electric vehicle either by plugging it into a socket or by plugging into a charging unit. There are plenty of charging stations around the UK to stay fully charged while you're out and about.

Batterysize / Charge Power + Charge Time

60kwh Battery

7kwh Charger

8.5 Hours to charge

Choosing the Electric Vehicle to Suit You. Your Vehicles. Your Way. Anywhere. Here at Flear & Thomson, we have a wide range of electrified vehicles – and we’ll be delighted to help you choose the one that best suits your motoring needs.

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KIA Electric Vehicle Range

Sorento PHEV Maximum electric range: 35 miles View Offers

XCeed PHEV Maximum electric range: 36 miles View Offers

Niro PHEV Maximum electric range: 40 miles View Offers

Sportage PHEV Maximum electric range: 43 miles View Offers

Soul EV Maximum range: 280 miles View Offers

Niro EV Maximum range: 285 miles View Offers

EV6 Maximum range: 328 miles View Offer

EV9 Maximum range: 349 miles View Offer

Got a Question? We’re here to help If your particular query isn’t covered by our FAQs, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly, knowledgeable Dunfermline, Perth or Stirling dealership team. Contact Us

FAQ

How do you calculate how long it takes to charge an EV?

You can use this simple formula to calculate approximate charging times: battery size (kWh) ÷ charger power (kW) = minutes/hours it takes to charge.

What Kia model has the longest EV range, and what is the range?

It’s the EV9, which offers a range of up to 349 miles.

What is the life of an EV battery?

Typically, between 15 and 20 years (or 100,000 and 200,000 miles).

What is the main benefit of an EV fitted with a heat pump?

Heat pumps in EVs are more efficient than conventional heating systems. This is because they offer enhanced energy efficiency by using excess heat produced by the car’s electrical components.

Can I get a grant towards a home charger?

You can apply for a grant if you:

Own (and live in) a flat or you rent a residential property
Your property has a private off-street parking space
You own a qualifying vehicle

Please visit GOV.UK for full details.

A regular car’s efficiency is measured by mpg – what’s the equivalent for an EV, and what would be the average figure for a Kia EV?

For an EV, the equivalent of mpg (fuel efficiency) is miles per kWh, which indicates how many miles an EV can travel on 1KWh of electricity.

The average figure for a Kia EV can be calculated using the following formula: EV range/battery capacity (kWh) = miles per kWh.

What is BiK and what is the BiK % for a Kia EV?

Benefit in Kind (BiK) is a tax levied on the non-monetary benefits received by employees for company cars. BiK tax for a Kia EV is currently rated at 2% (for 2024-25).

What is ‘Kia Charge’ and what are its benefits?

It’s a charging service that provides effortless access to public charging infrastructure in the Kia Charge network. Find out more at Kia Charge.

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