How fast can the 2024 Blazer EV charge?
The 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV can take DC fast charging up to about 190 kW on compatible networks, with substantial efficiency gains on a good battery temperature. On home Level 2 charging, it supports slower, steady charging around 11 kW or less, meaning overnight fills are practical. In short, it’s built for quick road trips plus convenient daily charging.
Fast charging capability and what it means
This section outlines the core numbers drivers should know about charging speeds, including the maximum DC fast charging rate, the onboard AC (Level 2) charging capability, and how these translate to real-world charging times.
- Maximum DC fast charging power: Up to 190 kW on compatible DC fast chargers (using CCS). The actual rate depends on battery temperature, remaining capacity, and the specific battery pack configuration.
- Onboard AC (Level 2) charger: Up to about 11 kW, depending on the installation and vehicle configuration. This is the rate you’ll see on most 240V home chargers.
- Home charging expectations: With a typical 240V Level 2 setup, you can expect roughly 9–11 kW of charging power, meaning a substantial daily-and-evening fill on a standard overnight cycle.
- Charging time estimates: On a 190 kW DC fast charger, a 10–80% fill can often be achieved in roughly 25–35 minutes under optimal conditions; 0–100% will take longer due to tapering as the battery nears full, often around 40–60 minutes in real-world scenarios.
In general, the Blazer EV is designed to top up quickly on the highway when a high-power charger is available, while Level 2 charging at home supports convenient daily charging.
Battery options and how they affect charging
Chevrolet offers two battery configurations for the Blazer EV, and both support high-speed DC charging. The larger pack provides more overall energy, which affects total time to full but not the maximum charging rate itself.
Battery configurations and charging implications
- Two battery options: a standard (smaller) pack and a larger extended-range pack. Both support DC fast charging up to about 190 kW.
- Maximum charging rate: The 190 kW limit applies to both packs, but the larger pack takes longer to reach 100% due to greater energy capacity, so 10–80% charging can still be quite fast with a strong DC fast charger.
- Trims and charging: The 2024 Blazer EV trims (1LT, RS, Premier) share the same DC fast-charging capability; differences between trims mostly relate to range, features, and interior, not to charging speed.
For practical purposes, drivers choosing the larger pack will enjoy more total range between charges, while still benefiting from brisk top-ups at public DC fast charging stations when needed.
Charging on public networks and practical tips
Public DC fast charging networks (such as Electrify America, ChargePoint, and others) provide the high-power opportunities the Blazer EV is built to take advantage of. This section explains what to expect, including connector type and real-world factors that influence charging speed.
- Connector and protocol: The Blazer EV uses the CCS DC fast charging standard, so it’s compatible with most major U.S. networks that offer CCS fast charging.
- Real-world speeds: The advertised 190 kW is the ceiling; real-world speeds depend on station availability, cable length, temperature, and the battery’s current state of charge.
- Temperature and tapering: Battery temperature management can influence how aggressively the car accepts power, especially at higher SOC. Expect faster 0–60% charging and tapering as you approach 80–100%.
Overall, the Blazer EV is designed to minimize time spent at chargers on long trips while still providing convenient overnight home charging for everyday use.
Summary
The 2024 Blazer EV supports up to 190 kW DC fast charging, enabling rapid top-ups on compatible networks, and it can charge at Level 2 AC speeds up to about 11 kW for home use. With two battery configurations, the car can deliver quick 10–80% DC fills in roughly 25–35 minutes under optimal conditions, while a full 0–100% fill will take longer due to power tapering. At home, a typical 240V setup will replenish the battery overnight, making the Blazer EV practical for daily driving and occasional longer trips.
