For years we’ve been used to relying on our satnavs to locate petrol stations whilst driving in unfamiliar areas, and now this same technology is available to locate electric charging points for EVs, meaning you never need to worry about charging your Honda while away from home.
Finding chargers at home
For most EV owners, the most convenient way to charge your vehicle will be via an at-home charging point, with more than a million of us having one already installed. Not only does this save time as you can charge whilst sleeping, but it’s also the most cost-effective way to charge your EV, with many energy companies offering dedicated EV tariffs for when the network is at its quietest.
Of course, there will be times when charging at home isn’t possible - perhaps you’re on a long journey, or are away from home for work, or maybe you just do not have a charger at home. Fear not, you’ll soon discover that charging on the go is as easy as filling up with regular fuel.
Locating public chargers using your Honda
If you have a plug-in hybrid or a full EV, finding a charging point has never been easier. Whether you’re on home ground or further afield, every Honda CR-V ePHEV and e:Ny1 has the technology to help you locate your nearest charging point, thanks to the intuitive built-in satnav which shows charging locations in your vicinity or along your route.
For fans of Google Maps, you can easily display the much-loved app on your Honda’s touchscreen, Honda CONNECT, via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, letting you search for a nearby charging station within the services section. The filters even allow you to refine your search by the type of plug/connector and the charging speed, making it even easier to find the right charger for your Honda EV.
Honda e:Ny1 Electric SUV and Honda CR-V Plug-in Hybrid SUV
e:Ny1
Spacious, stylish electric SUV. The Elegance model.
Honda SENSING as standard
Honda CONNECT infotainment system with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®
Includes heated and electrically adjustable front seats, front and rear parking sensors and rear-view camera as standard.
e:Ny1
Spacious, stylish electric SUV. The Advance model.
All the features of the Elegance model plus:
Panoramic Glass Roof
Honda Parking Pilot
Heated steering wheel
Includes heated steering wheel, power tailgate and multi-view camera as standard.
CR-V
CR-V ePHEV Plug-in Hybrid Advance Tech
Honda ePHEV hybrid powertrain
Up to 596 miles full hybrid / 50 miles pure electric driving range*
Up to 1,710 litres of boot capacity**
Honda SENSING 360 as standard
Honda CONNECT infotainment system with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®
Features front and rear parking sensors, rear view camera, digital driver’s display, heated front seats and steering wheel as standard.
Using EV charging maps
You might also want to consider using a dedicated EV app such as Zapmap, which is one of the most popular EV-specific charging apps in the UK. As well as letting you search by type of charger, it also shows real-time availability, so you can tell if a charging point is in use or available.
The app has other benefits for EV drivers too - you can use it to pay at over 50,000 charge points currently, across 40 different networks, making it quick and easy to charge whilst on the go. Users can upload reviews and photos to let others know if the charger is working etc., making it invaluable for EV drivers who regularly charge away from home.
Charging with My Honda+
To make charging easier, the My Honda+ app lets you schedule charge times and provides a virtual dashboard so you can check the amount of charge, driving range and fuel you have at a glance, making charging a doddle.
Remote charge
It allows you to remotely stop and re-start the charging of your Honda EV when plugged in.
Charge scheduler
It can help reduce charging costs depending on tariff and usage, by avoiding peak electricity tariff costs by selecting the times you do not wish your electric vehicle to charge.
Maximum charge setting
It saves money and extends the battery life by setting the maximum charge you would like your EV to reach.
Battery status
It lets you view your Honda’s battery in real-time with the driving range the charge can give.
Charging your e:Ny1 or CR-V ePHEV
Wherever you’re charging your Honda, the time it takes will depend on the type of charger used.
For example, the CR-V ePHEV has a maximum charging capacity of 6.8kW so a charge from 0 - 100% can be achieved in approximately 2.5 hours using a minimum 6.8kW (32A) AC charger, or 7.7 hours using a 2.3kW (10A) home charger in optimal conditions*.
The e:Ny1 has a powerful yet compact 68.8kWh battery which provides a range of up to 412km on a single charge, recharging with a 100km charge in approximately 11 minutes, according to WLTP data*.
Naturally when you purchase either Honda model, we include all the charging cables you need for both at home charging as well as on the go, meaning one less thing to worry about.
However far your next journey takes you, charging your Honda will be the easy part – deciding where to go may be harder!
Want to know more? Speak to one of our Honda Electric Vehicle experts.
Call 0345 200 8000
Information correct at time of publishing.
*Indicative charge times shown, for comparison purposes. CR-V PHEV on board charger is single phase and has a max charging capacity of 6.8kW. A charge from a 0 - 100% can be achieved in approximately 2.5 hours with a min. 6.8kW(32A) AC charger and 7.7 hours using a 2.3kW(10A) home charging, in optimal conditions such as a temperature around 25°C. Actual charging times may vary depending on various factors: including the age, type, charging capacity, condition and temperature of the charging unit and the battery, max charging rate of the vehicle and the charge point, the starting charge and environmental conditions such as the outdoor temperature at the point of use and the current and voltage available at the charging point. Charge times may be longer in colder weather and if battery temperature activates safeguarding technology. You can only charge a vehicle’s battery at the maximum charge rate the vehicle can accept. The time it takes to charge will also be limited by the max charging rate of the charge point you are using.
*Indicative charge times shown, for comparison purposes. e:Ny1 AC on-board charger is three phase and has a max charging capacity of 11kW. A charge from 10 - 100% can be achieved in approximately 6.3 hours with 22kW AC charger and 1.7 hours using a 50kW DC charger, in optimal conditions such as a temperature around 25°C. 11kW / 22kW are both 3 phase, however e:Ny1 has only 11 kW onboard charger capacity, so charging time shown are same. Actual charging times may vary depending on various factors: including the age, type, charging capacity, condition and temperature of the charging unit and the battery, max charging rate of the vehicle and the charge point, the starting charge and environmental conditions such as the outdoor temperature at the point of use and the current and voltage available at the charging point. Charge times may be longer in colder weather and if battery temperature activates safeguarding technology. You can only charge a vehicle’s battery at the maximum charge rate the vehicle can accept. For example, if your vehicle’s max charge rate is 11kW, you won’t charge any faster by using a 22kW charge point. The time it takes to charge will also be limited by the max charging rate of the charge point you are using. For example, even if your vehicle can charge at 22kW, it will only charge at 11kW on a 11kW charge point.Indicative charge times shown, for comparison purposes. e:Ny1 AC on-board charger is three phase and has a max charging capacity of 11kW. A charge from 10 - 100% can be achieved in approximately 6.3 hours with 22kW AC charger and 1.7 hours using a 50kW DC charger, in optimal conditions such as a temperature around 25°C. 11kW / 22kW are both 3 phase, however e:Ny1 has only 11 kW onboard charger capacity, so charging time shown are same. Actual charging times may vary depending on various factors: including the age, type, charging capacity, condition and temperature of the charging unit and the battery, max charging rate of the vehicle and the charge point, the starting charge and environmental conditions such as the outdoor temperature at the point of use and the current and voltage available at the charging point. Charge times may be longer in colder weather and if battery temperature activates safeguarding technology. You can only charge a vehicle’s battery at the maximum charge rate the vehicle can accept. For example, if your vehicle’s max charge rate is 11kW, you won’t charge any faster by using a 22kW charge point. The time it takes to charge will also be limited by the max charging rate of the charge point you are using. For example, even if your vehicle can charge at 22kW, it will only charge at 11kW on a 11kW charge point.