Every EV Make, Model & Charger Compatibility

EV charger compatibility: a complete guide for 2026

If you're considering solar + EV, the connector and charging level questions matter. Here's a complete reference of every major EV brand sold in the US in 2026, their connector type, and what charger you need.

Connector types in the US

NACS (North American Charging Standard) / SAE J3400

• Tesla's connector, now SAE-standardized.
• Single connector for both AC (Level 1, Level 2) and DC fast charging.
• Native NACS vehicles (2026): all Tesla, plus the following automakers transitioning starting 2024-2025:
  • Ford (F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, Puma EV)
  • GM (Chevy Silverado EV, Blazer EV, Equinox EV; Cadillac Lyriq, Optiq; GMC Sierra EV, Hummer EV)
  • Hyundai (IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, IONIQ 9, Kona Electric)
  • Kia (EV3, EV4, EV6, EV9)
  • Genesis (GV60, GV70 EV, GV80 EV)
  • Honda (Prologue EV)
  • Acura (ZDX EV)
  • Volvo (EX30, EX90, EM90)
  • Polestar (Polestar 2, 3, 4)
  • Mercedes-Benz (transitioning models)
  • BMW (transitioning models 2025+)
  • Nissan (newer Ariya, Leaf 2025+; Leaf older models still CHAdeMO)
  • Porsche (Taycan, Macan EV)
  • Volkswagen (ID.4, ID.7)
  • Audi (Q4 e-tron, Q6 e-tron)
  • Rivian (R1T, R1S, R2, R3)
  • Lucid (Air, Gravity)
  • Subaru (Solterra newer)
  • Toyota (bZ4X newer; Lexus RZ newer)
  • Stellantis (Jeep Wagoneer S, Dodge Charger Daytona EV; Chrysler Pacifica PHEV uses J1772)

CCS (Combined Charging System) / SAE J1772 + DC

• The "old" non-Tesla standard. Combines J1772 (AC) with two extra DC pins for fast charging.
• Many 2024-and-earlier non-Tesla EVs use CCS.
• NACS-to-CCS adapter and CCS-to-NACS adapter widely available.
• CCS continues to be supported at non-Tesla DC fast chargers (Electrify America, EVgo).

J1772 (Type 1)

• Standard for Level 1 (120V) and Level 2 (240V) AC charging in North America.
• All non-Tesla EVs (until NACS transition) use J1772 for home Level 2 charging.
• NACS Level 2 chargers can charge J1772 vehicles via adapter.

CHAdeMO

• Older Japanese DC fast charging standard.
• Vehicles still using: older Nissan Leafs (pre-2024), Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (pre-2024).
• CHAdeMO adapters and stations becoming rarer; phasing out by 2027-2028.

Mennekes / Type 2 (European, not US)

• European AC charging standard. Not used in US except for occasional grey-market vehicles.

Charging levels explained

Level 1 (120V outlet)

• Standard household outlet.
• ~3-5 miles of range per hour.
• Adequate for plug-in hybrids and very low-mileage EV drivers.
• No installation needed.

Level 2 (240V dedicated circuit)

• Standard for home EV charging.
• ~25-50 miles of range per hour at 32-48 amps.
• Requires 30-60 amp 240V circuit + dedicated charger.
• Cost: $400-1,500 for hardware + $500-2,500 install.

Level 3 / DC Fast Charging (DCFC)

• Public fast chargers (Tesla Supercharger, Electrify America, EVgo).
• ~150-300 miles of range per 30 minutes.
• Not typically installed at home (~50-200 kW power requirement).

Major EV makers and models (2026 model year)

Tesla

• Connector: NACS (always)
• Models: Model 3, Model Y, Model S, Model X, Cybertruck, Roadster (limited)
• Notes: can charge at any NACS or J1772 (with adapter) Level 2 charger; DC fast at Tesla Supercharger or via NACS-to-CCS adapter at non-Tesla DCFC.

Ford

• Connector (2025+ models): NACS native
• Models: F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, Maverick (PHEV uses J1772), Capri EV (Europe + Canada)
• Bidirectional (V2H/V2G): F-150 Lightning supports V2H with Charge Station Pro + Home Integration System.

General Motors (Chevy, GMC, Cadillac)

• Connector (2025+): NACS native
• Models: Silverado EV, Blazer EV, Equinox EV, Sierra EV, Hummer EV, Lyriq, Optiq, Escalade IQ
• Bidirectional: select GM models support V2H with PowerShift bundle.

Hyundai / Kia / Genesis

• Connector (2025+): NACS native
• Models: IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, IONIQ 9, Kona Electric, EV3, EV4, EV5, EV6, EV9, GV60, GV70 EV, GV80 EV
• Bidirectional: IONIQ 5/6, EV6, EV9 support V2L (Vehicle-to-Load); IONIQ 5 N can support V2H with compatible inverter.

Rivian

• Connector: NACS native (2025+)
• Models: R1T, R1S, R2 (incoming), R3 (incoming)
• Bidirectional: upcoming feature for R1S/R1T.

Honda / Acura

• Connector: NACS native (2025+)
• Models: Honda Prologue, Acura ZDX

Toyota / Lexus

• Connector: CCS — transitioning to NACS
• Models: Toyota bZ4X, Lexus RZ; Toyota also sells PHEVs (RAV4 Prime, Prius Prime) on J1772

Subaru

• Connector: CCS — transitioning to NACS
• Models: Solterra (jointly developed with Toyota bZ4X)

Nissan

• Connector: Older Leaf models on CHAdeMO; newer Ariya on CCS; 2025+ models transitioning to NACS
• Models: Leaf, Ariya
• Bidirectional: Ariya does NOT support V2H. Leaf does support V2H/V2G via specialized inverter (Wallbox Quasar) but ecosystem limited in US.

Volvo / Polestar

• Connector: NACS native (2025+)
• Models: Volvo EX30, EX90, EM90, S90 Recharge; Polestar 2, 3, 4

Mercedes-Benz

• Connector: CCS — transitioning to NACS
• Models: EQS, EQE, EQB, EQE SUV, EQS SUV, G-Class EV (Geländewagen)

BMW

• Connector: CCS — transitioning to NACS
• Models: i4, i5, i7, iX, X1 EV, X2 EV, Mini Cooper SE

Audi / Porsche / Volkswagen

• Connector: CCS — transitioning to NACS
• Models: Audi Q4 e-tron, Q6 e-tron, e-tron GT; Porsche Taycan, Macan EV; VW ID.4, ID.7

Lucid Motors

• Connector: NACS (transitioning, was CCS)
• Models: Lucid Air, Lucid Gravity

Stellantis (Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, Ram)

• Connector: J1772 + CCS — transitioning to NACS
• Models: Jeep Wagoneer S, Recon, Compass 4xe (PHEV); Dodge Charger Daytona EV; Chrysler Pacifica PHEV; Ram 1500 REV

Other major brands

• Mazda: MX-30 (limited), CX-90 PHEV, CX-70 PHEV (J1772 + CCS)
• Mitsubishi: Outlander PHEV (older CHAdeMO; newer J1772/CCS)
• VinFast: VF8, VF9 (CCS)
• Cadillac: Lyriq, Optiq (NACS native 2025+)
• Lincoln: Star EV, Aviator EV (NACS native)

Plug-in hybrids vs full battery EVs

BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle)

• No gas engine; pure battery + motor.
• Examples: Tesla, Rivian, IONIQ, EV6, Mach-E, F-150 Lightning.
• Charges at Level 1, Level 2, or DC fast.

PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)

• Smaller battery + gas engine. Drives 20-50 miles on electric, then gas takes over.
• Examples: RAV4 Prime, Prius Prime, Pacifica PHEV, Wrangler 4xe, Grand Cherokee 4xe, BMW X5 xDrive50e, Range Rover P530e.
• Charges at Level 1 or Level 2 (no DC fast charging on most).
• Uses J1772 (NACS coming for some 2025+ models).

HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle, non-plug-in)

• NO charging port. Battery charges from regenerative braking + engine.
• Not solar-relevant. Examples: Toyota Camry Hybrid, Honda Accord Hybrid, Toyota Prius (non-Prime).

Charging speed comparison

NACS vs CCS — what should I do as a buyer?

• If you have an older non-Tesla EV with CCS or J1772: get a Level 2 EVSE that natively matches your car's connector.
• If you're buying a 2025+ EV: it'll likely be NACS native. Get a NACS Level 2 charger. Use J1772-to-NACS adapter for older charging stations.
• Universal compatibility: get a Level 2 charger with both J1772 and NACS connectors (some models like ChargePoint Home Flex offer this) or NACS + J1772 adapter combo.

Solar + EV pairing

See solar + EV charging and EV charging complete guide for the deeper dive into how EV charging integrates with home solar + battery, smart load management, and time-of-use rate optimization.

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