This is where you can find out about the different charging connectors that relate to New Zealand’s electric vehicle fleet, including the Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency recommended connector types for public charging infrastructure.
The types of charging connectors that relate to New Zealand’s electric vehicle fleet are as follows:
| Connector | Description |
|---|---|
SAE J1772 Type 1 AC |
TYPE 1 AC This is a standard connector for AC charging. It has origins in the US but is also a standard connector in use in Japan. . EV models with Type 1 inlets in New Zealand include:
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SAE J1772 DC CCS Combo 1 Connector Type 1 |
TYPE 1 DC CCS Combo 1 This connector is used in the US for DC charging and was also adopted for some European-origin EVs. Currently fast charging stations in New Zealand are transitionally from CCS Type 1 to CCS Type 2 connectors. |
Chademo Yazaki Connector |
CHAdeMo DC This connector is used for DC charging in Japan and is so is the DC inlet supplier with most imported Japanese vehicles . Models with CHAdeMO inlets in New Zealand include:
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IEC 62196 Type 2 |
TYPE 2 or Mennekes AC This connector has become widely used across Europe. Models with Mennekes inlets in New Zealand include:
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EU DC CCS Combo 2 Connector Type 2 |
EU DC CCS Combo TYPE 2 DC This is a fast DC charging connector used extensively across Europe. This is a recommended connector for fast (and possibly slow) DC charging in New Zealand(alongside the CHAdeMo), Models with Type 2 Combo inlets in New Zealand include:
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 Tesla charging connector |
Tesla Used on Tesla cars imported from US or Japan. It has fast DC and AC, and slow AC, charging capabilities. Note: these proprietary chargers are not installed in New Zealand; however a Tesla supplied accessory can be used to charge from a CHAdeMo or CCS Type 2 connector. |
In order to achieve ‘interoperability’ across public charging stations it is recommended that public charging stations in New Zealand use the connectors/ sockets outlined below.
It is recommended that DC charging stations provide tethered cables with both the CHAdeMo DC and DC CCS Type 2 connector types.
| Recommended connector | Vehicle inlet required | Models with specific inlets in NZ | |
 CHAdeMo DC (tethered cable) |
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Nissan Leaf (including imports). Nissan e-NV200. Tesla cars imported from UK or Australia have a Type 2 inlet but can use a CHAdeMo connector using a Tesla-supplied accessory. |
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 EU DC CCS Combo TYPE 2 (tethered cable) |
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European-origin electric vehicles, including BMW i3 and VW e-GOLF. | |
It is recommended that AC charging stations provide a Type 2 socket; the driver will be expected to provide their own supply cable that is compatible with their vehicle inlet.
| Recommended socket outlet | Driver supplied cable – connection for charging station socket outlet |
 TYPE 2 or Mennekes AC socket outlet |
 TYPE 2 or Mennekes AC connector |
| Model | Model’s inlet | Driver supplied cable – connection for vehicle inlet | Driver supplied cable – connection for charging station socket outlet |
|---|---|---|---|
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Used European electric vehicles including BMW, Audi, VW and Mercedes New Zealand new Renault Zoe and Kangoo Z.E. Tesla cars imported from UK or Australia |
Type 2 inlet |
Type 2 connector |
Type 2 connector |
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Nissan Leaf (including imports) Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Nissan e-NV 200 Kia Soul EV BMW i3 (New Zealand new) Audi 3 e-tron (New Zealand new) |
 Type 1 inlet |
 Type 1 connector |
Type 2 connector |
