EVSE Australia Mini Portable Charger (15A)
Type 28/12/15 A3.45 kW~19 km/h6 mIP66
Covers most Kia EV5 commutes overnight on a dedicated 15 A or 20 A outlet.
$239Coming soon · free shipping · 2-year warranty
DetailsThe Kia EV5 uses the Type 2 inlet, so any Type 2 portable charger fits. On a dedicated 15 A outlet a Kia EV5 (larger battery) (about 88 kWh) goes from 20% to 80% in about 17.0 hours; on a standard 10 A power point it takes about 25.5 hours. Most owners top up overnight instead.
- Charging at home: EVSE Australia 15A portable charger, about 194 km over a 10-hour night.
- No outlet install possible: SEVR 10A portable charger, about 129 km per night.
- Home plus travel: both chargers, 15A at home and 10A in the boot ($399 as the Home + Travel bundle).
- Fit: Type 2 inlet. Check your car before ordering; the owner's manual lists the inlet type.
Worked numbers
Charging times for the Kia EV5
| Model | Inlet | Battery (approx.) | 20→80% on 10A | 20→80% on 15A | 10 h on 10A | 10 h on 15A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia EV5 (larger battery) | TYPE 2 | 88 kWh | 25.5 h | 17.0 h | ~129 km | ~194 km |
| Kia EV5 (standard battery) | TYPE 2 | 64 kWh | 18.6 h | 12.4 h | ~129 km | ~194 km |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | TYPE 2 | 84 kWh | 24.3 h | 16.2 h | ~129 km | ~194 km |
| Kia EV6 | TYPE 2 | 84 kWh | 24.3 h | 16.2 h | ~129 km | ~194 km |
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SEVR EV Portable Charger (10A)
Type 210 A max2.3 kW~13 km/h4.5 mIP66
Plugs into any standard power point. A good backup to keep in the boot.
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Frequently asked
Does a portable charger work with the Kia EV5?
Yes. The Kia EV5 uses the Type 2 AC inlet, like every EV sold new in Australia today, so any Type 2 portable charger fits.
How long does a Kia EV5 (larger battery) take to charge on a 10A power point?
About 25.5 hours from 20% to 80%, or about 13 km of range per hour, using 230 V, 90% efficiency and 16 kWh per 100 km.
How long does a Kia EV5 take to charge on a power point?
With the larger (about 88 kWh) battery, about 25.5 hours from 20% to 80% on 10 A, or 17.0 hours on 15 A.
Does the Hyundai Ioniq 5 use Type 2?
Yes. Kia and Hyundai EVs sold new in Australia use the Type 2 AC inlet.
Can I use an extension lead with a portable EV charger?
No. Powerboards and extension leads aren't built for hours of continuous load. Plug the charger straight into the wall, and stop if the plug or outlet feels hot.
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