All About Electric Charging Functions

• Introduction
• Electric Charging Costs
• Costs of Public Charging Stations
• Cost Comparison with Traditional Fuels
• Recharge Time
• Honda Hybrid/Electric Vehicles
• Conclusion
• Contact our team

Introduction

Charging an electric car at charging stations enables you to save significant amounts when compared to the price of gasoline! Whether at home or at public charging stations, the costs and processes of electric charging remain a mystery to many drivers. Honda de Laval demystifies it all for you.

What is Electric Charging?

Electric charging is akin to filling up with gasoline for electric batteries: it replenishes the necessary energy to drive. In Quebec, the number of public charging stations is growing rapidly; to date, there are more than 11,000 stations, including 1,700 rapid charging stations. By 2030, the network will reach over 116,000 stations! Driving electric in Quebec is becoming an increasingly accessible choice throughout the province.

The Importance of Charging for Electric Vehicles

Charging is essential to enable electric cars to operate! In general, it is recommended to keep the charge level between 20 and 80%.

Electric Charging Costs

Home Charging Costs

The cost of charging an electric car varies depending on the electricity rate and the type of station. On average, the Government of Quebec estimates that a full charge costs about $1 only!

Installation of a Home Charging Station

The acquisition of a 240 V charging station for electric cars ranges between $700 and $1,300 depending on the model, plus the electrician's fees. In total, the purchase and installation cost averages $1,500.

To assist you, the Roulez Vert program offers a subsidy of $600; some municipalities add an additional amount.

Costs of Public Charging Stations

The cost of charging varies according to the station and its power. Filling up at a 240 V charging station will cost you between $0 and $3 per hour.

As for rapid charging stations, you can expect to spend between $15 and $30 for a charge according to the tariff grid.

In Quebec, the main providers are:

• Le circuit électrique d'Hydro-Québec
• FLO
• ChargePoint
• Tesla Supercharger (exclusive to Tesla)

Cost Comparison with Traditional Fuels

For a gasoline vehicle consuming 9 L/100 km and the price of gasoline at $1.50/L, each kilometer will cost you 14 cents.

With an electric car consuming 20 kWh and an electricity rate at $0.10/kWh, a kilometer will cost you as little as 2 cents! Although the cost per kilometer varies depending on the model, electric vehicles clearly have the upper hand!

Impact of Fuel Price Fluctuations

The constant fluctuations in the price of gasoline are a daily source of stress for drivers, who can hardly predict the cost of a full tank. Electricity rates are much more stable, and significantly lower.

Recharge Time

Factors Influencing Recharge Time

A full recharge can take more than 12 hours or less than 40 minutes. This varies based on two main factors:

Battery Capacity of the Vehicle

Electric cars are equipped with batteries whose capacity can range from 40 to over 100 kWh. Generally, remember that the larger the capacity, the longer the recharge time will be. However, a higher capacity also comes with greater autonomy.

Power of the Charging Source

The available power largely determines the charging power, which is typically classified in three levels:

• Level 1 (120 V): 1400 W
• Level 2 (240 V): 7 kW
• Level 3 (400 V): 50 to 350 kW

Types of Charging Levels

Here is how each charging level is distinguished and the average duration of a full charge:

• Level 1: Slow charge on domestic plug (11-16 hours)
• Level 2: Charge on residential or public station (6-10 hours)
• Level 3: Rapid direct current charge on public station (20 to 60 minutes for 80%)

Honda Hybrid/Electric Vehicles

At Honda, a new electric SUV is arriving this year: the Prologue! It recharges in 9.5 hours on a Level 2 station or in just 35 minutes with a 150 kW direct current station. Moreover, the price of the 2024 Honda Prologue makes it eligible for government subsidies.

Honda also offers regular hybrid trims of the Civic and CR-V, which require no charging. Discover the price of the 2025 Honda Civic hybrid and enjoy its reduced consumption!

Conclusion

Our Honda dealership helps you adopt more eco-friendly driving. Browse our electric and hybrid vehicles and obtain your Honda financing completely tailored, online or in person.