I rarely use more than 50% of battery capacity, have 8 hours of low cost charging time, and the 16A EVSE recharges the i3 without a problem. I would recommend getting a unit that matches the majority of the usage of your vehicle and any time constraints you may have. Compared to a L1 EVSE, even just 16A is a big improvement both in time and the increased efficiency of L2 charging. I've used this unit on the i3 for over 2 years and been very satisfied. My EVSE is 5 years old and was originally purchased to charge a Volt. In my option save your money and get what will work best for your current situation. I guess everyones needs will vary but for me I was able to fast charge for the first time last week and there seems to be enough fast charge options that if I am ever in a situation where charging at home and work are not enough at Level 1 I can just Level 3 charge as there are plenty of options close to me. Also your new car will probably have a greater range where a full charge may be less necessary.Ĭurrently I charge at home and at work with the Level 1 charger that came with the car and it has been enough that I have only had to charge at a Level 2 stations maybe 2 times in the 3 years I owned my Nissan Leaf and now that I have an i3 I am still thinking I probably don't need it. My thinking is that why future proof your home charger when the chances you'll need it to be fast should diminish as charging infrastructure improves. I was considering going all out and getting the Juicebox 75amp but I don't think I'll bother.
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