If you have the time, level 1 and level 2 charge rates are easier on your battery. DC fast charging should be used only when necessary. Charging at home, or other slow chargers is also a lot less expensive per mile.
NY rates are 60 cents kWT days and off peak 37 I find electric charging an issue as A lot of chargers don’t work or there very slow at charging I consider going back to gas. Also I’m handicapped and the cars park so close it’s hard for me to get out of car. What happen to charging spots for handicap ??
Wow thanks so much for your insight about the charging rates in NY. I've heard lots of chargers aren't working there too. I agree, hopefully we can improve the situation for handicap stalls too. This is definitely an area that needs some work. Thanks 🙏
In my country Australia, v4 superchargers are rated to 350kw, v3 250kw, so this may not apply to Canada. If you're only seeing 70kw then possibly too cold and you have LFP chemistry, and your state of charge is not low enough, (faster the lower it is), LFP cars have a max charge rate of 170kw, NMC/NCA cars max out at 250kw though some users have seen slightly over 250, the max i've seen has been 236kw. Again this is in Australia with cars that predominantly come from GigaShanghai.
The charging time for your Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid (Q5 TFSI e) varies depending on the charging method used: • Standard Household Outlet (Level 1 Charging): Using a standard 120-volt household outlet, the Q5 TFSI e can take approximately 14 to 20 hours to fully charge from empty.  • Home Wallbox or Public Charging Station (Level 2 Charging): Utilizing a 240-volt Level 2 charger with a capacity of up to 7.4 kW, the vehicle can achieve a full charge in about 2 to 4 hours.  It’s important to note that the Audi Q5 TFSI e does not support DC fast charging (Level 3). Therefore, charging modes labeled as “eco,” “eco+,” and “fast” are not applicable to this model. The charging duration is primarily influenced by the power output of the charging source rather than selectable charging modes. For optimal charging efficiency and to maintain battery health, it’s advisable to use a dedicated Level 2 home charger. This setup not only reduces charging time but also allows for better scheduling and management of charging sessions. Please be aware that actual charging times can vary based on factors such as the current battery state of charge, ambient temperature, and the specific charging equipment used.
I borrowed my friends EV for 2 weeks. It cost me $40 bucks to charge it from 25% to 95%, drove it 200 miles and needed to charge it again at the cost of $44 at a fast charging station. They are expensive and a waste of money. My friends new Cadillac was 70k and you couldn't give me one for free. I won't talk about the environmental impact. Can't wait to gas up and go again..
@StrongEnergy-EVCharging I sold my car and I am looking at other models. I will amend my other post. I bought a 220 adapter and was able to charge it from 47 miles to 220 mile range in 7.5 hours. This is doable and I'll update my electricity bill, which is usually 75 bucks a month this time of year. I like the car better than before.
If you have the time, level 1 and level 2 charge rates are easier on your battery. DC fast charging should be used only when necessary. Charging at home, or other slow chargers is also a lot less expensive per mile.
Couldn’t have said it better myself 👊
NY rates are 60 cents kWT days and off peak 37 I find electric charging an issue as
A lot of chargers don’t work or there very slow at charging I consider going back to gas. Also I’m handicapped and the cars park so close it’s hard for me to get out of car. What happen to charging spots for handicap ??
Wow thanks so much for your insight about the charging rates in NY. I've heard lots of chargers aren't working there too. I agree, hopefully we can improve the situation for handicap stalls too. This is definitely an area that needs some work. Thanks 🙏
In my country Australia, v4 superchargers are rated to 350kw, v3 250kw, so this may not apply to Canada. If you're only seeing 70kw then possibly too cold and you have LFP chemistry, and your state of charge is not low enough, (faster the lower it is), LFP cars have a max charge rate of 170kw, NMC/NCA cars max out at 250kw though some users have seen slightly over 250, the max i've seen has been 236kw. Again this is in Australia with cars that predominantly come from GigaShanghai.
Wow this is great information. Thanks so much for sharing this. Appreciate it 👊
I was always told that it’s not level three it’s just DC fast charging?
Yeah that’s fair. I think people tend to use the terms interchangeably
Hello, may i know how many hours does ev car take to charge when you use different modes like eco, eco +, and fast? My car is Audi q5. Thanks.
Great question! Let me look into this and I’ll get back to you. I’ll do some research
please. My q5 phev is 17.9 kwh. Thanks.
The charging time for your Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid (Q5 TFSI e) varies depending on the charging method used:
• Standard Household Outlet (Level 1 Charging): Using a standard 120-volt household outlet, the Q5 TFSI e can take approximately 14 to 20 hours to fully charge from empty. 
• Home Wallbox or Public Charging Station (Level 2 Charging): Utilizing a 240-volt Level 2 charger with a capacity of up to 7.4 kW, the vehicle can achieve a full charge in about 2 to 4 hours. 
It’s important to note that the Audi Q5 TFSI e does not support DC fast charging (Level 3). Therefore, charging modes labeled as “eco,” “eco+,” and “fast” are not applicable to this model. The charging duration is primarily influenced by the power output of the charging source rather than selectable charging modes.
For optimal charging efficiency and to maintain battery health, it’s advisable to use a dedicated Level 2 home charger. This setup not only reduces charging time but also allows for better scheduling and management of charging sessions.
Please be aware that actual charging times can vary based on factors such as the current battery state of charge, ambient temperature, and the specific charging equipment used.
Thank you very much! Appreciated,👍
I borrowed my friends EV for 2 weeks. It cost me $40 bucks to charge it from 25% to 95%, drove it 200 miles and needed to charge it again at the cost of $44 at a fast charging station. They are expensive and a waste of money. My friends new Cadillac was 70k and you couldn't give me one for free. I won't talk about the environmental impact. Can't wait to gas up and go again..
Thanks for sharing your experience. Why did you borrow the EV?
@StrongEnergy-EVCharging I sold my car and I am looking at other models. I will amend my other post. I bought a 220 adapter and was able to charge it from 47 miles to 220 mile range in 7.5 hours. This is doable and I'll update my electricity bill, which is usually 75 bucks a month this time of year. I like the car better than before.
EVs are expensive junk
😂