BMW CHARGING: EASY. ANYWHERE. ANYTIME.

Depending on the model, the standard charging cable (Mode 2) or the Flexible Fast Charger is included when you buy an electrified BMW – so you can charge your vehicle with any standard household socket. The Flexible Fast Charger can also be used – with a suitable adapter cable available separately – at industrial sockets (high voltage) with a maximum power of up to 11 kW.

For added convenience, speed, and safety, you can select a wallbox to significantly reduce charging times when compared to standard household sockets.

Two models are available:

BMW WALLBOX.

The BMW Wallbox features a maximum power of up to 22 kW, a minimalist and weatherproof design, integrated cable storage, and Bluetooth^Ò connectivity. And user identification is possible with the My BMW App^[1].

SMART PARTNER WALLBOX "--- (model)" by "YYY (partner name).

The Smart Wallbox from our partner --- (market-specific) offers extended connectivity in addition to a maximum power output of 22 kW and convenient handling. It offers additional functions and intelligent home charging controls. For example, you can integrate your Home Energy Management System (HEMS), a remote control, and ensure the precise metering and billing of individual charges at home.
^[1] The My BMW App is compatible with all BMW vehicles from model year 2014 and later. This requires the ConnectedDrive Services option and a suitable smartphone. The availability and functions of the My BMW App vary according to the market.

Before selecting a home charging solution, you should check the connection conditions of the power company providing electricity to your home.

It is prohibited to use an extension cable and multi-plug connectors. A charging rate of 1.3 kW at 6 A is set as the default. You can either switch this current limitation off entirely in the vehicle settings menu or set the AC charging current to the precise amperage according to your electrical installation.

You can quite simply book our installation service along with your Wallbox. This guarantees that your Wallbox is installed and set up safely and professionally. Incidentally, the service can also be booked for our efficient industrial socket if you wish to use your Flexible Fast Charger with the appropriate adapter at home.

You will also find the overview of public charging infrastructure for South Africa at www.gridcars.net

With BMW Charging, we offer a constantly growing and multi-regional network of public charging points from various providers. For detailed information on the availability of your area’s public charging infrastructure or other relevant locations, visit www.gridcars.net or simply display public charging points through BMW Maps in your vehicle's navigation system or the My BMW App^[1]. The charging cable (Mode 3) for public charging and the BMW Charging Card are included with your new electric vehicle (offer varies by market). Simply register at https://www.chargestations.co.za/oemportal/chargenow/.

^[1] The My BMW App is compatible with all BMW vehicles from model year 2014 and later. This requires the ConnectedDrive Services option and a suitable smartphone. The availability and functions of the My BMW App vary according to the market.

You can use the app or BMW Maps in your vehicle's navigation system. You can add a filter to find charging points for alternating current (AC), direct current (DC). The vehicle's navigation system will then display a suitable charging station. You can do the same with the My BMW App^[1]. Either way, the charging points are clearly identified and with extended functionalities, such as local points of interest, status, and additional information on each charging station.

^[1] The My BMW App is compatible with all BMW vehicles from model year 2014 and later. This requires the ConnectedDrive Services option and a suitable smartphone. The availability and functions of the My BMW App vary according to the market.

You get immediate access to the world of BMW Charging when you buy a BMW electric vehicle and get your personal BMW Charging Card. All you have to do is register at https://www.chargestations.co.za/oemportal/chargenow/ and activate your BMW Charging Card and you will be activated for the extensive public charging network – so you can start charging!

BMW Charging is our all-round carefree solution for charging your BMW. Products and services from BMW Charging provide you with numerous tailor-made offers for charging at home and at public charging stations. For instance, the charging cable for public charging (Mode 3) and the BMW Charging Card in South Africa are included in the supply schedule of your BMW (offer depends on the market). With the My BMW App^[1] and the BMW Charging Card, you have access to over 300 charge points in South Africa. In addition, most vehicles are supplied with the Flexible Fast Charger for convenient charging at home. You can quite simply add further offers from BMW Charging to meet your wishes and needs, e.g. wallboxes for especially convenient charging at home. No matter whether you require charging hardware, digital solutions or services – our range is comprehensive. It even includes an installation service for your wallbox.

^[1] The My BMW App is compatible with all BMW vehicles from model year 2014 and later. This requires the ConnectedDrive Services option and a suitable smartphone. The availability and functions of the My BMW App vary according to the market.

Easy. Use the My BMW app^[1] in your smartphone or in the car to see the current status and the available range of your electric vehicle.

^[1] The My BMW App is compatible with all BMW vehicles from model year 2014 and later. This requires the ConnectedDrive Services option and a suitable smartphone. The availability and functions of the My BMW App vary according to the market.

It’s best to maintain a charge of between 10 and 80 per cent. Lower or higher levels are possible, but to optimise the life of your battery, it is recommended to stay between 10 and 80 per cent. In your vehicle’s menu, you can easily and conveniently set your target charge to 80 per cent, so you’ll never have to worry about it.

A target charge of 80 per cent should cover all your daily driving needs. If you actually need more, simply set a higher target.

As its name suggests, a plug-in hybrid can be charged from a socket, a wallbox or at a public charging station. When you are on the road, you need the charging cable for public charging (mode 3), which is included in the scope of delivery in South Africa. The maximum efficiency of a plug-in hybrid is achieved with a fully charged battery; which means that a charging facility should be available at home and at the workplace. Charge your BMW plug-in hybrid as often as possible so that you can always make full use of the additional electric drive.

Basically, the time needed to charge will vary. Basically, the time needed to charge will vary. For electric vehicles, charging takes longer with alternating current (AC) – depending on the cable and charging point – and direct current (DC)^[1] is significantly faster.

Please note: when charging DC, you should hold the charging plug on the vehicle until the plug is locked. This ensures that the charging process starts without a problem.

^[1] Currently only relevant for BMW electric vehicles.

Yes, no problem. Yes, no problem. For particularly fast charging, you can use the High-Power Charging (HPC) stations of our partner IONITY along the main European motorways. The My BMW App^[1]  or the navigation system in the vehicle will show you right where they are. All you need to do is set a search filter. With a BMW iX, for example, you can charge up to 150 kilometres of additional reach with a short coffee break of around ten minutes. If you take a longer break at an HPC charging station, you can charge the BMW iX from 10 to 80 per cent in about 35 minutes – whether you can take advantage of the vehicle’s maximum power handling of up to 200 kW depends on the local infrastructure.^[3] Access to the IONITY network is available through BMW Charging at particularly attractive conditions.

To get the most out of your vehicle right from the start, it is advisable to precondition the vehicle interior. Heating and cooling require energy. For that reason, it makes sense to bring your vehicle to the desired temperature while it’s still plugged in, so you can start your trip with the maximum range. It’s easy to set the departure time and “pre-condition” to the desired climate using the My BMW App^[1] or the vehicle menu. That way, you’ll have a full charge and the perfect temperature right when you’re ready to leave – automatically.

^[1] The My BMW App is compatible with all BMW vehicles from model year 2014 and later. This requires the ConnectedDrive Services option and a suitable smartphone. The availability and functions of the My BMW App vary according to the market.