Level 1 vs Level 2 Charging: What Chapel Hill Drivers Need
Updated 2026-10-19 · Chapel Hill, NC
- 3–5 mi
- Level 1 per hour
- 25–44 mi
- Level 2 per hour
- 7x
- Faster on Level 2
Side by side
| Level 1 | Level 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outlet | 120V standard | 240V dedicated |
| Overnight (10 hr) | 30–50 mi | 250+ mi |
| Install | None | From $750 |
When Level 1 is enough
If you drive under ~35 miles a day and park 10+ hours a night, Level 1 can keep up. Level 2 gives you margin for long days, road trips and two-EV households. Hot, humid summers and mild winters. A charger in a hot garage can slow down on the hottest afternoons, so mount it out of direct sun and charge overnight.