How Long Does It Take to Charge a Tesla?

Charging time for a Tesla depends on the battery size, charging method, and power source. Below is a breakdown of charging speeds for different Tesla models (Model 3, Y, S, X, and Cybertruck).


1. Tesla Charging Speeds by Method

Charging TypePower OutputApprox. Miles Added Per HourTime for Full Charge (0-100%)Best Use Case
Tesla Supercharger (V3/V4)150-250 kW (up to 350 kW for Cybertruck)200-1,000+ miles/hr15-40 mins (10-80%)Road trips, fast top-ups
Level 2 (Home/Public AC)7-22 kW20-44 miles/hr6-12 hrs (0-100%)Overnight, workplace, shopping
Level 1 (Standard Outlet)1.4-1.8 kW3-5 miles/hr50-100+ hrs (0-100%)Emergency use only
Tesla Wall Connector (Home)11.5 kW (48A)44 miles/hr6-10 hrs (0-100%)Fastest home charging
CCS Adapter (Non-Tesla DC Fast)50-350 kWVaries (similar to Supercharger)20-45 mins (10-80%)Alternative fast charging

2. Charging Times by Tesla Model

ModelBattery Size (kWh)Supercharger (10-80%)Level 2 (0-100%)Level 1 (0-100%)
Model 3 RWD~57 kWh15-25 mins6-8 hrs2+ days
Model Y Long Range~75 kWh25-30 mins8-10 hrs3+ days
Model S Plaid~100 kWh30-40 mins10-12 hrs4+ days
Model X Plaid~100 kWh30-40 mins10-12 hrs4+ days
Cybertruck (AWD/Beast)~123 kWh25-35 mins (250kW+)12-14 hrs5+ days

Key Notes:

  • Supercharging is fastest (10-80% in ~20-40 mins) but slows down after 80% to protect battery.

  • Level 2 (240V) is best for home charging (overnight).

  • Level 1 (120V) is very slow—only for emergencies.

  • Tesla recommends charging to 80-90% daily for battery longevity.


3. Factors Affecting Charging Speed

2025-03-26