Summary
- 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is first with native NACS port
- CCS adapter needed for fastest charging
- Tesla Superchargers can’t charge 800V at peak rates
- V4 Cabinets rolling out in 2025 will match CCS
- Hyundai to provide free adapters for owners of full range of EVs
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The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the first mass-market, non-Tesla vehicle to come standard with the Tesla-based NACS charge port, marking a shift away from the Combined Charging System (CCS) port that most non-Tesla EVs have been using. While other brands are rolling out adapters for Tesla connectors before delivering vehicles with the port, Hyundai will provide adapters for CCS fast-charging connectors after delivering vehicles with the native NACS port. This will allow customers to access the Tesla Supercharger network with the NACS adapter provided for free to owners of Hyundai EVs from previous model years.
The Ioniq 5 charges significantly faster with its included CCS adapter than via NACS due to the limitations of Tesla Superchargers not being able to deliver the voltage needed for Hyundai’s 800-volt E-GMP platform. Hyundai confirmed a peak charge rate of 257 kw for its 84-kwh battery pack with the adapter and a 350-kw CCS connector, allowing for fast charging times from 10-80%. The smaller 63-kwh battery pack has comparable charging times with the CCS adapter and via Tesla Supercharger V3 hardware. Level 2 AC charging rates are not affected by the adapter, allowing for efficient charging with the 10.9-kw onboard charger.
The Ioniq 9 electric SUV, with a larger 110.3-kwh battery pack, will also ship with the NACS port and require a CCS adapter for the speediest charge rates. This shift to NACS ports on Hyundai EVs will improve the charging experience for customers and provide faster charging times once Tesla Superchargers are upgraded to deliver the needed voltage. The company is using its own charge ports and adapters to enable bidirectional capabilities of its latest E-GMP electric vehicles, including V2L to power accessories and camping gear.
Tesla has announced the rollout of its V4 Supercharger hardware in 2025, with installations backed by V4 Cabinets permitting soon. Each V4 Cabinet can power eight charging posts, delivering up to 500 kw for cars and up to 1.2 MW for the Semi. This upgrade will result in 30% faster charging for the Cybertruck and improved charging speeds for all Tesla vehicles. The push for high-power, high-voltage connectors from initiatives like Ionna, supported by Hyundai and other automakers, will ensure no shortage of fast-charging options for electric vehicle owners.
In conclusion, the shift towards NACS ports on Hyundai EVs, along with the upcoming upgrade to Tesla Supercharger hardware, will result in faster and more convenient charging options for electric vehicle owners. The partnership between Hyundai and Tesla, as well as other automakers and charging infrastructure initiatives, will enhance the charging experience for customers, making EV adoption more accessible and convenient. With the advancements in charging technology and infrastructure, the future of electric mobility looks promising and efficient for drivers looking to switch to zero-emission vehicles.
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