Buyer's guide

Best portable charger for Tesla Model Y

Most Model Y owners do nearly all their charging at home. Here's how long it takes on a standard power point versus a dedicated 15 A outlet, for both the RWD and Long Range.

The short answer

The Tesla Model Y uses the Type 2 inlet, so any Type 2 portable charger fits. On a dedicated 15 A outlet a Tesla Model Y RWD (about 60 kWh) goes from 20% to 80% in about 11.6 hours; on a standard 10 A power point it takes about 17.4 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 Tesla Model Y

ModelInletBattery (approx.)20→80% on 10A20→80% on 15A10 h on 10A10 h on 15A
Tesla Model Y RWDTYPE 260 kWh17.4 h11.6 h~129 km~194 km
Tesla Model Y Long RangeTYPE 278 kWh22.6 h15.1 h~129 km~194 km
Battery sizes vary by variant and model year. Worked numbers use the same assumptions as our range calculator: 230 V, 90% charging efficiency and 16 kWh per 100 km. Cold weather, your car's onboard charger and driving style change real results.
Our pick

Best portable chargers for the Tesla Model Y

Best for home

EVSE Australia Mini Portable Charger (15A)

Type 28/12/15 A3.45 kW~19 km/h6 mIP66

Covers most Tesla Model Y commutes overnight on a dedicated 15 A or 20 A outlet.

$239Lowest price in Australia · free shipping · 2-year warranty
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No install needed

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.

$183.99Lowest price in Australia · free shipping · 3-year warranty
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Questions

Frequently asked

Does a portable charger work with the Tesla Model Y?

Yes. The Tesla Model Y 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 Tesla Model Y RWD take to charge on a 10A power point?

About 17.4 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 Model Y Long Range take on 15A?

About 15.1 hours from 20% to 80% (about 78 kWh battery). A 10-hour night adds roughly 194 km.

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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