Electric Vehicle
Charging Options

CHARGING OPTIONS

With electrified vehicles growing in popularity, more and more customers are going to want information on the charging options available to them. Whether their primary need is for home charging or public charging, your knowledge and advice is going to be a valuable asset.

In this section, we'll be addressing the charging of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) and All-Electric Vehicles (BEV). Hybrid vehicles cannot be plugged in and will not be covered here.

CHARGING AT HOME

Ford offers several charging options, each with different charging speeds. The speed depends on:

  • The voltage of the source
  • The amperage that the charging cord can carry
  • The capacity (size) of the battery receiving the charge

COMPARING THE HOME CHARGING OPTIONS


 
120‑VOLT CONVENIENCE
CHARGING CORD/​120‑VOLT
FORD MOBILE CHARGER
(LEVEL 1)
240‑VOLT TURBOCORD OR
120‑VOLT/​240‑VOLT FORD
MOBILE CHARGER
(LEVEL 2)
240‑VOLT/​48‑AMP FORD
CONNECTED CHARGE
STATION
(LEVEL 2)

AMPERAGE

Up to 15 amps
Up to 32 amps
Up to 48 amps

OUTLET TYPE

120-volt wall outlet
120- or 240-volt high-voltage outlet
240-volt high-voltage outlet

HOW TO PURCHASE

Standard with every Ford Plug-in Hybrid and All-Electric
Available for Ford Plug-in Hybrid and standard on Ford All-Electric

Available through www.fordparts.com or your dealer


INSTALLATION NEEDED

None - but must be on dedicated circuit

Qmerit Charging* or local licensed electrician (if needed for outlet installation)

Qmerit Charging* or local licensed electrician

RECOMMENDED FOR

Plug-in Hybrid with limited charging needs
Plug-in HybridOr All-Electric with average daily mileage

All-Electric with above-average daily mileage or frequent use of connected features


SUPPORTS PRE-CONDITIONING

Yes**
Yes
Yes

ACCESS CHARGING OPERATIONS WITH SMARTPHONE

No
Some
Yes

WORKS WITH ALEXA AND GOOGLE HOME

No
No
Yes

* Ford has teamed up with Qmerit Charging to offer installation services in most ZIP codes. Stay tuned to Ford eSourceBook for more details about Qmerit Charging installation. (Qmerit is solely responsible for the products and services they provide.)

** Effectiveness of cabin conditioning may be reduced when using 120V charging

PUBLIC CHARGING

As EVs become more popular, the public charging locations to support them are also expanding. There is a wide variety of public charging alternatives available, so have peace-of-mind knowing how to find a nearby charger. Ford has several valuable tools available in the FordPass app as well within the EV itself.



COMPARING THE PUBLIC CHARGING OPTIONS

PERFORMANCE/FEATURE

240‑VOLT CHARGING STATION
(LEVEL 2)


DC FAST CHARGING STATION
(LEVEL 3)
CONNECTOR TYPE
SAE J-1772

CCS/SAE

CHARGING COST
Many are free.
Costs vary when payment is required.

Costs may vary.
RECOMMENDED FOR
Plug-in Hybrid
Or All-Electric requiring a "top-off"

All-Electric only

ACCESS CHARGING OPERATIONS WITH SMARTPHONE

Yes
Yes

DISCOVERABLE ON FORDPASS

Yes
Yes
 

 

FINDING CHARGING STATIONS

Ford is providing its All-Electric Vehicle customers with complimentary access to North America's largest charging network - the FordPass Charging Network - for easy pay-as-you-visit charging, ensuring a hassle-free experience. The FordPass Charging Network is comprised of over 13,500 charging stations (approximately 40,000 plugs) and growing from multiple established charging providers, making public chargers as common as some pharmacies and popular coffee chains.

FordPass App Capabilities

  • Find chargers nearby
  • See the price and power level capabilities of the chargers
  • Check availability of charging plugs
  • Distance-to-Empty alerts
  • Pay for charging through the app
  • Plug and Charge for hassle-free charging (Subscription owner's FordPass account is billed automatically. Where available.)
  • Plan a road trip with "Power My Trip"

FORD ALL-ELECTRIC ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

In the event that a Ford All-Electric vehicle runs out of charge, Roadside Assistance can be summoned using the FordPass App or by calling Ford Roadside Assistance directly at 1‑800-241‑3673. The driver can then decide to have the vehicle towed to one of three locations within a 35‑mile radius - all covered by Ford Roadside Assistance:

  • To their residence (assuming they have a home charger)
  • To the nearest public charger
  • To an EV-Certified Ford Dealership

Complimentary for up to 5 years/​60,000 miles under the Ford Roadside Assistance Program. Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

SYNC 4A in-vehicle tools also assist with EV operation

  • Find chargers nearby (when equipped with Navigation system)
  • Check vehicle charge status
  • Determine range based on weather and driving characteristics
  • Receive alerts when charge status is getting low
  • Learn user behaviors
  • Schedule preconditioning

How can we help?

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