Kia · Charging Time
How long to charge a
Kia EV3 Long Range?
A Kia EV3 Long Range (78 kWh battery, 135 kW peak DC) charges from 10% to 80% in approximately 33 minutes on a 150 kW DC fast charger, and fills from empty in around 11h 43m on a 7.4 kW home wallbox.
Last updated · Specs · Methodology
Every charger
Kia EV3 Long Range — charging times by charger
DC times are 10–80% (the standard fast-charging window). AC times are 0–100%, since you’ll usually leave it plugged in overnight.
| Charger | Power | Type | Window | Time | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 (120 V socket) | 1.4 kW | AC | 0–100% | 61h 54m | $14.73 ($10.40 off-peak) |
| Level 2 home (40 A) | 9.6 kW | AC | 0–100% | 9h 02m | $14.73 ($10.40 off-peak) |
| Level 2 home (48 A) | 11.5 kW | AC | 0–100% | 7h 53m | $14.73 ($10.40 off-peak) |
| Public Level 2 (destination) | 11.5 kW | AC | 0–100% | 7h 53m | $26.00 |
| Rapid DC 50 kW | 50 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 1h 17m | $27.88 |
| Rapid DC 100 kW | 100 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 39 minutes | $27.88 |
| Fast DC 150 kW | 150 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 33 minutes | $27.88 |
| Tesla Supercharger V3 | 250 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 33 minutes | $24.40 |
| Tesla Supercharger V4 | 325 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 33 minutes | $24.40 |
| Ultra-rapid DC 350 kW | 350 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 33 minutes | $30.20 |
The Specs
About the Kia EV3 Long Range
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Battery
78 kWh
Usable battery capacity. The number that matters for charging-time maths.
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DC Peak
135 kW
Pairs perfectly with a typical 150 kW motorway rapid.
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AC Max
11 kW
Standard 11 kW three-phase. Most home wallboxes will charge at full pace.
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Range gain (estimate)
≈ 191 mi
Rough miles added by a 10–80% fast-charging session (assuming ~3.5 mi/kWh).
How we calculate
The formula, in the open
Charging time is energy needed divided by effective power. We model the typical, warm, healthy case so the number is honest, not optimistic. Read the full methodology for the curve assumptions and sources.
Common Questions
Kia EV3 — frequently asked
How long does it take to charge a Kia EV3 Long Range?
From 10% to 80% in approximately 33 minutes on a 150 kW DC fast charger. From empty to full in around 11h 43m on a 7.4 kW home wallbox. Times above are for a warm, healthy battery — cold packs and busy charger sites can extend them by 10–20%.
What is the Kia EV3’s maximum charging speed?
The Kia EV3 Long Range accepts up to 135 kW on a DC fast charger and up to 11 kW on AC. Power tapers above 80% state of charge to protect the battery cells.
Can the Kia EV3 use a 350 kW ultra-rapid charger?
It will work but the car only draws up to 135 kW. A 135 kW or 150 kW charger gives the same speed at lower cost.
How long to charge a Kia EV3 at home?
On a typical 7.4 kW home wallbox the Kia EV3 fills from empty in around 11h 43m. Plug in overnight and the charge time stops mattering.
Is it bad to charge the Kia EV3 to 100%?
For day-to-day driving most manufacturers recommend an 80% ceiling on lithium-ion (NCM/NCA) chemistries, and 100% on LFP. Charge to 100% before a long trip and use the full range that day.