by Mike Becker | Reviewed by David Perez | Updated: Nov 17, 2022Looking for Audi Universal Charger equivalents? Scroll through this model overview.
Want an EVSE with more power for the e-tron? Read on.
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Is there a better solution than the regular charger? Yes. Since the Audi Universal Charger is a portable device, it will be limited to a maximum of 9.6kW. At the same time, the e-tron, for example, is capable of drawing more. If you want more power, hardwired chargers will easily provide this for your Audi. Want more? Read on.
Best hardwired EV chargers that provide fast charging at home
Based on customer feedback and our customers, the well-known brands are well established.
- #1 Audi compatibleJuiceBox 40 Hardwired Smart EV Home Charging Station (40 Amp, 240 Volt, 25ft Cable), WiFi, Indoor/Outdoor charger, Energy Star & UL Certified
$69900Prime
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- #2 Good for AudiWallbox Pulsar Plus Level 2 EV Charging station 11.52 kW (240 Volt, 25ft/7m Cable, 48 Amp) Hardwired, WiFi, Bluetooth, Alexa and Google Home$69900Prime
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A hardwired charger is more expensive upfront, but it can be installed by a professional technician. It is also more reliable than electric charging stations, which sometimes fail when the power goes out.
With Audi e-tron EV chargers, an always-on power supply is essential to avoid the inconvenience of forgetting and not being able to charge for days on end.
Another advantage of home charging is that you can install Level-2 chargers (up to 10 kW) without having to upgrade your panel.
Audi Universal Charger alternatives
The Audi Universal Charger that comes with the e-tron is sometimes compared to other models, including the Tesla Mobile Connector. What they have in common is the connection to NEMA 14-50 to get 40 amps (32 for TMC), which equals 9.6kW. That said, setting up a delayed charge is easy via the MyAudi or MMI app. We looked at the best Audi Universal Charger alternatives, prioritizing plug-in versatility.
Best NEMA 14-50 plug-in EV chargers for Audi e-tron
- #1 Great for AudiLectron Level 2 Portable EV Charger (240 Volt, 21ft Cable, 32 Amp) NEMA 14-50 Plug, J1772$31899Prime
eligible7-10 days deliveryFeb 2, 2023 6:02 AM - $32900Prime
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We also think the following models are also great products, which we have already written about earlier:
Plug-in EV chargers are a bit cheaper than hardwired chargers, but they require manual removal of the power if they’re not going to be used for an extended period of time.
Audi e-tron home сhargers
So how do you choose the right home EV Charger for your Audi e-tron? It depends on a few factors, including:
- The amperage of your electric vehicle
- The distance from the EV charger to the nearest charging station
- Ample power usage by local utility company
- Home size and layout
- Your desired level of installation (a DIY or professional service?)
- Amount of available space in front and back of your house for installation
- Your budget
Differences in the power of the chargers
Let’s start by talking about what home EV Chargers are and how they work. Home EV Chargers (sometimes called Electric Vehicle Service Equipment, or EVSE) are devices that allow you to charge your electric car at home. They plug into a standard wall outlet and connect to your car’s charging port using a special cable. Home chargers come in two main types: Level 1 and Level 2.
Level-1 home сhargers use a standard 110-volt household outlet and typically provide between 3 and 5 amps of power, which is not enough to charge most electric cars. If you have an Audi e-tron, you’ll need a Level-2 home сharger.
Level-2 home сhargers use a 240-volt outlet and provide between 10 and 20 amps of power, which is enough to charge most electric cars in a few hours. They can be installed in your home or garage, or even outdoors if you have a weatherproof outlet.
A home сharge station (HCS) aka Electric Vehicle Service Equipment (EVSE) facilitates the transfer of power from electricity to your electric car, and it can be as simple as a cord and an outlet or as complicated as you want it to be. Home chargers for Audi e-tron can be installed inside or outside of your garage, so think about where there’s room for one (and where you’re most comfortable having one).
Most home EV Chargers cannot deliver DC (Direct Current) high-amperage power directly from your house to your Audi e-tron because that bit is managed by the factory Audi High Power Wall Connector (HPWC). How much amperage do you need? An HCS delivers AC (Alternating Current) and the volume of AC needed is measured in amps (amps x Volts = Watts—but we have a separate article on how to calculate your EV’s energy usage).
What can home сharging stations charge?
In most cases, home сharging stations will only deliver as many amps as your wall outlet provides, which is typically 15 amps. Audi recommends that you do not exceed 80% of the amperage capability of your home сharger. Your home Electric Vehicle Service Equipment (EVSE) must be capable of delivering a minimum of 19.2kW at 240 volts for a 40 amp circuit. A 32-amp dedicated circuit is recommended by Audi.
It is best practice to determine the maximum current draw from an HPWC or HCS and match it with the amperage capabilities of your house wiring and the DC charging capabilities of the home сharger. In order to supply 80% of the maximum current draw (for a 40-amp circuit), your house wiring must be rated for at least 50 amps. You may need to upgrade your service panel and wiring to support a home EV Charger installation, or consult with an electrician about this.
In the US, Audi has partnered with local utility companies to provide e-tron owners 12 months of complimentary charging at public charging stations. Check with your local utility company to see what level of power they can provide for EV charging in your area—it might be more than you think!
How do you go about getting a home EV charger for your Audi e-tron?
You can either purchase and install a home сharger on your own, or you can hire a professional to do it for you. Installation will likely cost between $400 and $1,200, but there are many variables that will affect the final price, including the type of home EV Charger you choose, materials and permits required, and the complexity of the installation.
If you’re handy with tools and want to go the DIY route, there are plenty of home сharger options to choose from. But if you’re not comfortable installing one yourself or don’t have the time, hiring a professional is a good option. Many electrical contractors offer home EV charging services, so be sure to ask around or search online for “EV Charging Installers.”
How do you pick an EV charging station if you have an Audi e-tron?
When you own an electric car, such as the Audi e-tron, one of the most important things you need to consider is how you’re going to charge it. You can’t just plug it into any standard outlet. You need a home EV charger. But with so many different options available, how do you choose the right one for you?
Where can I buy an electric vehicle charger?
Home EV chargers can be purchased from many online and offline retailers, including Home Depot, Amazon, and Audi dealerships. You can also find them at local electrical supply stores. Prices for home EV chargers vary, but you can expect to pay between $300 and $1,500 for a basic model. Higher-end models with more features can cost much more.
How do home EV Chargers work?
Home EV chargers plug into standard wall outlets and provide a 240-volt current at a capacity of 10 to 20 amps, which is the rate necessary for quick charging of most EVs. Home chargers can be safely installed outdoors as well as indoors. They often feature an LED indicator light that shows whether the charger is ready to energize and needs your attention. Home EV chargers can be plugged into a dedicated circuit or attached to an existing outlet.
What home EV Charger should I buy?
TThere’s no single home сharger that’s perfect for everyone, but there are several options available for Audi e-tron owners. Be sure to check your home сharger’s amperage (in amps) and the maximum voltage (in volts), which you can find on its label. It should be around 240 volts at up to 30 amps, which is enough power for an Audi e-tron.
We can help you with installing electric vehicle chargers.
For your house EV charger, we offer skilled installation service. We have a lot of expertise installing home сhargers for Audi from a variety of manufacturers. We can install your home сharger in your home or garage, or even outdoors if you have a weatherproof outlet.If you’re interested in having a home EV Charger installed, please contact us today for a free consultation.
Audi-e-tron owner? Find out how long it takes to charge it.
| 16 Amp EV charger | 30 Amp EV charger | 50 Amp EV charger | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi e-tron 50 quattro | 14 h 1 min | 7 h 24 min | 4 h 50 min |
| Audi e-tron GTRS | 18 h 25 min | 9 h 43 min | 6 h 22 min |
| Audi e-tron Sportback50 quattro | 14 h 1 min | 7 h 24 min | 4 h 50 min |
You can independently make a calculation for a different amperage in the calculator.
Comparison table for NEMA 14-50 plug-in EV chargers for Audi e-tron
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| Lectron Level 2 Portable EV Charger (240 Volt, 21ft Cable, ... | BESENERGY Level 2 Portable EV Charger NEMA 14-50 Plug, 32 A... | BougeRV Level 2 Portable EV Charger NEMA 14-50 Plug, 32Amp,... | |
| Overview | Сompact device. The light weight makes it easy to transport. | ||
| Brand | Lectron | BESENERGY | BougeRV |
| Amperage | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| Cable length, ft | 21 | 21 | 25 |
| Outdoor | No | Yes | |
| Waterproof | No | IP66 | Yes |
| Weight | 10.8 | 10.73 | 11.29 |
| Working temperature | -22°F to 122°F | -13℉ - 131℉ | -22°F to 122°F |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year |
| Certificate | Ul certified | n/a |
Comparison table for hardwired EV chargers that provide fast charging at home
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| JuiceBox 40 Hardwired Smart EV Home Charging Station (40 Am... | Wallbox Pulsar Plus Level 2 EV Charging station 11.52 kW (2... | |
| Overview | A hardwired connection that is perfect for those who want to be prepared for an EV future with more power. Professional Installation is required. The app and stable wifi make it easy to keep track of your charging. | Voice control-enabled. Designed for intelligent, professional installation to a 70A breaker and provides excellent performance. |
| Brand | JuiceBox | Wallbox |
| Amperage | 40 | 48 |
| Cable length, ft | 25 | 25 |
| Enclosure Material | n/a | |
| Outdoor | Yes | Yes |
| Wall/Stand | Wall | Wall |
| Waterproof | Yes | NEMA Type 4 |
| Weight | 21.2 | 22.8 |
| Working temperature | n/a | n/a |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Certificate | UL & Energy Star | UL |
Contents
- 1 Best hardwired EV chargers that provide fast charging at home
- 2 Audi Universal Charger alternatives
- 3 Best NEMA 14-50 plug-in EV chargers for Audi e-tron
- 4 Audi e-tron home сhargers
- 5 Differences in the power of the chargers
- 6 What can home сharging stations charge?
- 7 How do you go about getting a home EV charger for your Audi e-tron?
- 8 How do you pick an EV charging station if you have an Audi e-tron?
- 9 Where can I buy an electric vehicle charger?
- 10 How do home EV Chargers work?
- 11 What home EV Charger should I buy?
- 12 We can help you with installing electric vehicle chargers.
- 13 Audi-e-tron owner? Find out how long it takes to charge it.
- 14 Comparison table for NEMA 14-50 plug-in EV chargers for Audi e-tron
- 15 Comparison table for hardwired EV chargers that provide fast charging at home
The E-tron charging indicator blinks green, but the electric car is not charging.
If the light is slowly pulsing green, then the charger is waiting for the timer to allow the charge to start.
If it blinks green quickly, it means that the charge is waiting for a timer.
When charging Audi etron, blinks white light
The manual says that if a white pulsating light flashes, it means that the connection between the power supply and the vehicle is established medium.
Etron has begun to ignore the set charging limit and continues to charge to 100%.
I had the same problem. I took the car to the dealership and they had to reboot the MMI and the Etron worked again.
E-tron’s charging rate has started to drop from 9kWh to 0.9kWh and now the electric car is not charging at the same rate, power is set up fine and everything is working. Has anyone had problems with the AUDI charger?
Take your Audi EV charger and test the charger at the dealership on your electric car.
The electric car is not charging from the home charger. There are two yellow lights on the cable indicators.
The manual says that the yellow lights on all the time mean overheating, and the flashing yellow lights mean the charger malfunction
Can’t get more than 3.6 kW when charging the Etron with an Audi charger or other 50 amp EV charger.
Make sure your charger is set to 50 amps in the app.
I purchased a charging station to charge my Hyundai Kona. It saved a lot of data and showed them in real-time. The charger comes with a bracket that allows you to mount the charger’s hub higher. The bracket is not yet installed. Once I had secured the device to the garage wall, it was simple to use a smartphone to cross the device.
Hyundai Kona should be charged on the street and not in the garage. The durable charger cable can be placed outside, under the garage door. The Emporia Charger gives me peace of mind while I wait. You can monitor the charging status from your home.
I have an Etron, is there a good reason not to charge it to 100% but only to 80% ?
Charging above 80% only makes sense when you need to go somewhere far away.
Is 80% the limit for charging an Etron battery and why?
The 80% limit is what Audi usually advises people to do if they don’t need to go far.
I charge to 100% if I need to get far.
The e-Tron is programmed not to give access to the full battery – but only 80%? Is it the same 80% or is 100% already protected by an access restriction?
You can charge to what appears to be 100%. Because that 100% is actually 85%, as the battery charge is programmatically limited.
The first time I drove the E-Tron for 265 miles on a single charge, and now it’s only 203 miles. Why?
The official stated distance is 204 miles, a lot of factors can affect a decrease in distance, do not worry.
I installed a 50 amp Audi charger and when it reaches 100 percent it gets very hot, what is the problem?
Check the wiring, if the wiring is okay, talk to the dealer, maybe the dealer will replace the charger.
The eTron charges up to 12 miles per hour. Does anyone know why the eTron only goes half a mile compared to the Model 3?
The eTron uses more kWh per mile, but that doesn’t mean the charging rate necessarily has to be less.
Can I keep the car running while charging?
You can keep the EV on while it’s charging, it is.
I have a Tesla Wall charger. Does anyone know if it can be used to charge an e-tron Sportback?
Yes, you can charge your e-tron with Tesla home charger with no problem.