Charging Your Electrified Vehicle


Charging Your Electrified Vehicle

3 Levels of Charging

Enjoy the convenience of charging your Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) or Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) at home, work, or public locations. The ChargePoint® Home Flex Level 2 charger, available at Jim Pattison Toyota Downtown enables rapid home charging. Charging time varies based on battery size and charging point level. Thanks to more affordable home charging options and a rapidly expanding public charging network, keeping your electric vehicle powered is easier than ever.


L1

Level 1｜Standard

✓ BEV     ✓ PHEV

120-volt AC Outlet

A great pick for drivers with short commutes. You can charge anywhere there is a common household 3-prong outlet.

L2

Level 2｜Fast

✓ BEV     ✓ PHEV

240-Volt AC Outlet

The best setup for fast charging at home4. You'll find Level 2 chargers at public charging stations nationwide1.

L3

Level 3｜Fastest

✓ BEV     X PHEV

480-volt DC Fast Charging

Under ideal conditions, it can be the quickest way to charge up on the go2. Currently only available at select public charging stations3.


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Installing a Level 2 Charger

Installing a dedicated Level 2 charger at home makes charging convenient and customizable. There are many factors to consider before installing; it is highly recommended that you speak to a certified installer about your vehicle's specific charging requirements and installation costs.4


    Some Factors to Consider:
  • Electrical Capacity of Your Home
  • Charging in a Garage or Outdoors
  • Type of Connector & Cord Length
  • Permanent or Portable Installation

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ChargePoint® Home Flex

Discover the award-winning ChargePoint® Home Flex charging station. While this charger can be installed by a licensed electrician as either a plug-in or hardwired, we recommend hardwiring for optimal performance.

  • Fast: Up to 9X faster than a wall outlet
  • Flexible: Multiple product configurations allow you to choose the charging speed and power that’s right for you
  • Smart: Schedule charging times and reminders, track costs and find public charging stations with the ChargePoint® app
  • Durable: Built to last, whether you charge inside or outside
  • Safe: UL Listed and tested to the highest electrical standards
  • ENERGY STAR® certified for efficiency
  • 3-Year Warranty
  • 24/7 Support

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Find Public Charging Stations

Canada has a growing network of more than 5,000 public Level 2 & 3 charging stations. Use the Toyota App to locate the nearest public charging station, check your driving range and charging level.


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FAQs

When is the best time to charge at home?

To get the most out of your EV, make charging a regular habit while also taking advantage of off-peak electricity costs. Using the Toyota App or the vehicle’s Charge Management System, set a charging schedule that suits your specific daily routine.

How long does it take to charge a BEV?

Charge time is dependent on the state of charge of your vehicle. One key factor that affects charging is weather. As the temperature approaches freezing and below, we strongly recommend AC charging. DC Fast Charging times will increase as the temperature drops. For example, at -10 degrees Celsius, DC Fast Charging times can increase by approximately five times. As temperatures drop even further, DC Fast Charging may be considerably longer or not possible. In order to ensure effective charging and preserve battery health over the life of the vehicle DC Fast Charging should be limited to two sessions per day year-round.

Do I need special equipment to charge an EV at home?

Toyota BEVs and PHEVs come standard with a level 1 charging cable that can be plugged into any 120v household outlet. Level 2 charging at home will require the purchase and installation of a charger. Please contact a certified installer about requirements, including the right plug head, and costs.

Are there incentives for installing a home EV charger?

Before installing, check if there are any government rebates in your area for the installation of a home EV charger. We recommend checking out the available rebates as soon as possible, as some are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, while others may have specific application deadlines.

Where do I find a public charging station?

The Transport Canada, Electrify Canada and PlugShare websites makes it easy to locate a charger near you. Your Toyota App also puts charging information close at hand, including your charging level, driving range, and nearest charging station.

Why choose a Toyota electric vehicle?

Toyota electric vehicles can save you money over their lifetime in several ways. With BEVs for example, you’ll never pay for fuel again. Just as important, BEVs produce no emissions, which means you are also reducing your carbon footprint as you drive.

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    1 Public charging experience can vary based on charger level and other vehicle and environmental conditions.


    2 Level 3: DC Fast Charging: Under ideal conditions (external air temperature of 25 degrees Celsius with 150kW or above Level 3 DC Fast Charger), you can charge from 10 % (Low Battery Light) to 80% in as quickly as 30 minutes (FWD) or 35 minutes (AWD) although a number of variables will result in significantly longer charge times.** Level 3 DC Fast Charging currently only available at public charging stations.


    ** Charge times are estimates only and can vary significantly based on numerous factors including external air temperatures (colder temperatures or extreme heat), charger type/condition, accessory use, and battery level and condition. DC charging times should be limited to three sessions per day, regardless of external air temperatures). After three 10-80% charge sessions, DC Fast Charging over the next 24 hr period may take longer and be less effective. Public charging experience will vary based on charger type and charger specifications (Level 2 or DC Fast Charger with 150 KW or above) and other factors including vehicle and environmental conditions. Charging times can also vary depending on the actual charging rate realized by the charging station, which can be highly variable and often below the maximum stated rate of charge. Toyota does not own or operate public charging stations and is not responsible for their availability or performance. Always plug-in/charge vehicle in accordance with Owner’s Manual.


    3 Public charging experience can vary based on charger level and other vehicle and environmental conditions. Level 3 charging may not be possible below 0 degrees Celsius.


    4 To reduce risk of fire, injury, or property damage, only (i) purchase/install a safety certified EV charger with voltage/current that are vehicle compatible (ii) use a licensed insured electrical professional to install charger (iii) install and operate in accordance with charger manufacturer's instructions/warnings and applicable laws.