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Charging your Toyota

Charging your plug-in hybrid or electric vehicle is simple and quickly becomes a part of your routine. Many owners enjoy the convenience and cost savings of charging at home with a dedicated EV charger, especially during off-peak hours. For those without a home charger or for longer trips, topping up your battery is also easy, thanks to the growing number of charging points across the UK.

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Charging your plug-in hybrid or electric car

Battery electric vehicles are powered by electricity only. With a plug-in hybrid you can drive in electric when fully charged and the self-charging hybrid system kicks in for longer journeys.

Battery electric vehicles

Charge your battery electric Toyota at home, work, or a public charging station

  • Charge your battery electric Toyota at home, work, or a public charging station
  • For convenience, most people charge at home or work with a dedicated charger
  • When you are on a long journey, the quickest way to charge is at a rapid charger, which are usually found at service stations
Profile of a Battery Electric Toyota bZ4X

Plug-in hybrids

Highly flexible and ideal for everyday use, Plug-in Hybrids combine petrol and electric power.

  • Regularly plug-in to charge the battery to 100% so you can go further on electric mode only
  • For convenience, most people charge at home or work, with a dedicated charger
  • When the battery runs low, the car will switch to running as a self-charging hybrid - you must still refuel with petrol
Profile of a Prius Plug-in Hybrid

Save £400 on a Toyota HomeCharge^

Looking for the best way to charge your electric car or plug‑in hybrid? We can help you get set up with a convenient home‑charging solution. Toyota HomeCharge connects seamlessly with your Toyota through the MyToyota App and is now available for £695 including Standard Installation^. Order through your local dealer.

^Offer valid from 1 April 2026 to 30 September 2026 inclusive. UK Mainland only.

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FAQS

Yes! Charging your electric car or plug-in hybrid at home is simple and convenient, you can charge overnight, waking to a fully charged battery. You can even save money in the long run if you take advantage of specialist energy tariffs.

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Charging at home is a cost-efficient way to charge your plug-in hybrid or electric car. Our electrified cost calculator can help you estimate how much you are likely to spend.
 

Calculate costs

The number of EV chargers across the UK is continually growing. Visit Zapmap to find the latest figures. (EV charging statistics 2025 - Zapmap) to find out the latest figures.

Access the Toyota Public Charging Network with the MyToyota app, which gives you access to thousands of charge points across the UK.
 

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Apps like Zap-Map can also help you to locate your nearest public charger when you are out and about.

Use our charging time calculator to estimate how long it will take to charge your chosen model.

Estimate charging time
 

^Indicative charge time, for comparison purposes. Actual charging times may vary depending on various factors, including the selected vehicle (and battery option, if available), the age, type, condition and temperature of the charging unit and the battery, the starting charge, the power supply to and usage of the charger and the environmental conditions at the point of use.

Charge times will be longer in colder weather and if battery temperature activates safeguarding technology. 150kW+ chargers are available in mainland Great Britain primarily on major arterial routes – see Zap Map for details. They are not yet available in Northern Ireland and availability is limited in Scotland, Wales and in rural areas.