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Electric Car Charging at Home

Home charging at a glance

Charging an EV at home is simple: Plug in and charge you electric car overnight for a full charge in the morning. Control the charge remotely from your myAudi app. Take advantage of cheaper night time electricity rates. And save trips to public charging stations with home charging. Welcome to home charging with your Audi.

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Slow charging 3kW - 7kW

AC charging (usually 3kW - 7kW) also known as a Type 2 charger, is the most common way to charge at home through your home wallbox.

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Slow charging 3-pin domestic plug

You can charge using a 3-pin household socket and the Audi Compact Charging System (which comes with the car). However, the charging time will be very slow and is not as efficient as having a home wall box installed.

Benefits of charging at home

Cheaper charging

Is it cheaper to charge an EV at home? Many electricity providers are offering specific home electric vehicle tariffs which could make your running costs even cheaper. Our recommended home energy partner is OVO energy.

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Added convenience

Charging at home provides an easy and flexible way to recharge your EV at your leisure, without needing to go out and find a public charger.

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Things to consider when getting your EV

To make the most of your EV, there are a few considerations that we recommend:

  • Home charging wall box installation; this is the best way to charge your EV. Our recommended partner is Ohme.
  • Home energy provider; switching to a home energy tariff which offers cheaper EV charging or smart tariffs can make charging cheaper at home. We recommend OVO Energy.
  • Public charging; if you're going to be charging at public stations, you may want to join a charging tariff to benefit from lower prices, such as our Audi charging service.
  • Looking after your EV; maintaining your EV may be cheaper and easier than a conventional car.

Find out more about our e-tron service plans and recommended regular maintenance guide below.

Service plans
EV maintenance

How to charge an electric car at home

If you're charging your Audi at home, you'll want to choose the best electric car charger for your home. Here are some of our recommended options.

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Install an Ohme wall box

Ohme is our recommended home EV charging partner. They offer a range of home chargers with features such as smart scheduling. Currently you can get a free home charger worth up to £999, including installation, with a new EV or plug-in hybrid Audi purchase*.

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Charging with a 3-pin socket

At Audi, we highly recommend that you use a wall box to charge your electric Audi. However, occasionally you may want to charge your car using a 3-pin socket, therefore your electric Audi also comes with a Compact Charging System*, to help you connect.

If using a domestic socket, please consult an electrician before plugging in for the first time*.

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Up to 30,000 free miles of charging with OVO

Get up to 30,000 free miles of charging over 3 years with OVO energy, when you buy a new Audi EV*. Simply join OVO and add Charge Anytime to your tariff.

  • Up to 10,000 free miles when you first add Charge Anytime.
  • Up to 10,000 additional miles each year for two years when you stay with Charge Anytime
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Smartphone control with myAudi

You can easily manage charging functions using the myAudi app.
Check the charge of your car’s battery and range status; plan journeys showing charge stations and send the route to the car’s navigation system – it can all be done via the app.

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FAQs

<p>In the UK, you may be eligible for government support if you're installing a home charger for your Audi EV. The Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS) offers grants of up to £350 towards the cost of installing a home charger, provided you meet certain criteria, such as owning an eligible electric vehicle and having off-street parking. However, this scheme is subject to availability and terms, so it's best to check the latest government guidance to confirm your eligibility.</p>

<p>Charging an Audi EV at home in the UK is both convenient and cost-effective, with the best time to charge usually being during off-peak hours, typically at night or early morning, when electricity rates are lower. Installing a Type 2 charger is recommended for faster charging, although it requires a professional electrician to set up. The cost to charge depends on your energy provider and your car’s battery size. Charging at home is generally more affordable than using public charging stations, and many Audi EVs allow you to schedule charging via an app, ensuring your car is ready for the road when you need it.</p>

<p>There are a number of variables that will influence the total cost of a charge - these include factors such as the percentage of charge you're starting at. You can use our <a href="/en/electric/calculate-your-charging-cost/">Charging Cost tool</a> to help you understand this in more detail.<br><br>Audi fully electric (e-tron) and plug-in hybrid (TFSI e) customers can now benefit from the OVO Energy tariff, with which Charge Anytime gives you access to a smart charging rate of 7p/kwh any time you charge your EV. This tariff may help reduce the cost of ownership of an electric vehicle. Also you could benefit from up to 30,000 free miles{ft_ovo-30000-free-miles-until-31052025} of charging over 3 years when you purchase a new fully electric Audi and switch to OVO Energy with the Charge Anytime tariff bolt on.<br></p>

<p>The recommended method is to charge at home with a home charger, such as an Ohme wall box. However, when required, it's possible to charge via the 3-pin charger that plugs into a standard household outlet.</p>