Charging Types at a Glance: AC, DC, and HPC Charging

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Macan electric starting from model year 2024

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Charging Power: What Does kW Mean?

Charging power is measured in kilowatts (kW). The higher the kW value, the faster the charging process – similar to how more liters per minute speed up fueling.

AC Charging 

AC stands for Alternating Current. With AC charging, the conversion from AC to DC takes place inside the vehicle. This makes AC charging generally slower than DC charging, but it is gentler on the battery and often more cost-effective. It's ideal for overnight or long-duration parking. 

The Macan charges at up to 11 kW, which matches the standard home power supply. This allows a charge from 0% to 100% SoC (State of Charge) in around 10 hours. 

Experience shows that customers charge at home in about 75% of cases – usually overnight. Regular trips to the petrol station become a thing of the past. 

To charge at up to 11 kW AC at home, you’ll need compatible charging hardware. You can use the Porsche Wallbox or a third-party wallbox. Thanks to standardised plug types, both options are compatible. 

With the Porsche Wallbox and Installation Services, you can charge at home safely and conveniently. 

Learn more here: How to install and manage the Porsche Wallbox

DC and HPC Charging

DC stands for Direct Current – the foundation for fast charging when using public charging infrastructure.

Unlike AC charging, in DC charging, the conversion to direct current happens at the charging station, so electricity flows directly into the battery – enabling faster charging.

HPC (High Power Charging) is a particularly fast form of DC charging, delivering more than 150 kW of power.

Your Macan can reach the following charging times and power levels at public fast charging stations:

Tip: Use the My Porsche App or the PCM to easily find fast charging stations near you.

Good to Know: The Weakest Link Determines Charging Power

Charging power and time are always limited by the weakest component – be it the vehicle, the cable, the charging station, or the grid connection. For example, if the charging station only supplies 150 kW, the charging power is limited to that, even if the vehicle supports higher speeds.

Plug Types & Charging Cables

In the EU, the Macan uses the standardised Type 2 connector – the Combined Charging System (CCS) – for both AC and DC charging.

What is a Mode 3 Charging Cable?

The Mode 3 cable is the standard for AC charging – it's required, for example, at public AC stations in urban areas.

The Mode 3 cable is part of the Macan's standard equipment and should always be carried, as many AC charging points do not provide their own cable.

Consumption and Emissions

Electrical consumption combined (WLTP)*: 21.1 – 17.9 kWh/100 km, CO₂-emissions combined (WLTP)*: 0 g/km