The Tesla Roadster uses different charging connectors depending on its generation. The older Tesla Roadster uses a proprietary connector, but it can also use a special adapter to connect to a J1772 charging station 🚗💻. This adapter helps because the Roadster was made before the J1772 standard was widely used.
For newer models of the Tesla Roadster, the charging connectors are Type 2 for regular charging and CCS Combo 2 for fast charging ⚡️. The Type 2 connector is commonly used in Europe and allows for up to 22 kW of power, which is quite fast for regular charging. The CCS Combo 2 connector is used for fast charging and can handle up to 250 kW, making it very quick to charge the car’s large 200 kWh battery 🚀.
The charging speed and time vary based on the type of charger used. For example, with a 22 kW charger, you can get about 80 to 90 miles of range per hour of charging, which is quite efficient for daily use 🚗. Fast charging with the CCS Combo 2 connector is even faster, allowing you to charge from 10% to 80% in just 44 minutes, which is perfect for long trips 🚗🗺️.