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Charging Your MINI: Home & Public Options

Charging Your MINI

Say goodbye to the dirty gas pump and hello to clean, efficient energy when you upgrade to a new MINI electric vehicle (EV). So, how do you charge your MINI Electric? Charging your MINI is easy and convenient! Learn more about your MINI charging options below. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at MINI of Sterling.


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Can You Charge Your MINI at Home?

Yes, you can charge your MINI at home. In fact, most drivers primarily charge their electric vehicles at home. Learn more about your at-home charging options below:

  • Household Outlet (Level 1): Your MINI EV comes with a charging cable that can plug into any standard 120V outlet. It's the slowest charging option, providing roughly 4 miles of range per hour, and is only recommended for occasional use. However, charging overnight or while you're at work can be convenient.
  • Home Wallbox (Level 2): A professionally installed 240V home wallbox can fully charge your vehicle in a few hours. Our team can help you finance a wallbox charger when you purchase a new MINI Electric in Sterling.

Charging Your MINI in Public

So, how do you charge your MINI Electric if you're away from home? As the popularity of EVs continues to grow, more public charging stations are popping up around Loudoun County and the surrounding areas. Public charging stations are available at shopping malls, hotels, casinos, grocery stores, restaurants, parking structures, and more. You can find charging stations in the DC Metro Area with your MINI app.

While many are Level 2 chargers, you can also find Level 3 charging stations, also known as DC (Direct Current) fast chargers. DC fast charging offers the shortest charging times, providing the MINI Cooper SE with an 80% charge in as little as 36 minutes. Please note that not every electric vehicle is compatible with DC fast charging.

Does a Tesla Charger Work for MINI Vehicles?

Many people have asked us, "Does a Tesla charger work for my MINI?" and we have great news! BMW Auto Group (MINI, Rolls-Royce) recently announced it's teaming up with Tesla and adopting their charge port, the North American Charging Standard (NACS).

Starting in 2025, MINI vehicles will be equipped with the plug, granting access to more than 30,000 Superchargers in the United States. Current MINI EV models with a Combined Charging System (CCS) port are compatible with Tesla Superchargers via an adapter.

Learn More About MINI Charging in Sterling

Are you ready to embrace the electric future? Visit our dealership near Dulles Airport to test-drive a new MINI EV. In the meantime, explore Maryland EV tax credits and incentives.