The best home charger for the Arcfox T1 is a 7kW (32A) single-phase wall charger — it matches the T1’s maximum AC charging rate and gives a full charge in around 5.5 hours overnight. For public AC charging, you’ll need a Type 2 to Type 2 cable. Everything else you need to know is below.
Full home charge
10–100% on a 7kW wall charger
DC fast charging
Overseas-spec figure, NZ rate TBC
About the Arcfox T1
The Arcfox T1 is a compact electric crossover launching in New Zealand from July 2026, with 310km of WLTP range from a 42.3kWh LFP battery. It supports AC home charging at up to 7kW (single-phase) — a perfect match for a standard NZ home wall charger, with no special wiring required.
DC fast charging is rated at 30–80% in around 17 minutes on a compatible rapid charger (figures based on overseas-market specification; NZ-confirmed DC rate pending).
| Arcfox T1 specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery (capacity) | 42.3kWh (LFP) — overseas-spec figure, NZ TBC |
| Range | 310km (WLTP) — NZ confirmed |
| Motor / drive | 70kW or 95kW — front-wheel drive |
| Warranty | 6 years / 200,000km |
| Max AC charging (home) | 7kW (single-phase) |
| Max DC fast charging | Not yet confirmed for NZ |
| Typical DC session | 30–80% in ~17 minutes (overseas-spec figure, conditions apply) |
| Typical full AC charge (7kW) | ~6 hours (10–100%, estimated) |
The T1’s onboard AC charger is rated at up to 7kW on a standard single-phase connection. A 7kW / 32A wall charger delivers the T1’s full home charging speed, so an overnight plug-in is ready well before morning.
Plug in and go
A fixed cable attached to the charger — the easiest daily experience. Pull into the garage, plug in, done.
One cable for everything
Socket only — you use your own Type 2 cable. Great if you share a charger between vehicles or want one cable for home and public AC charging.
Got solar panels
A smart charger that diverts your excess solar export into the T1, so you can charge for free during the day.
Estimates assume charging from 10% to 100% with typical wall-to-battery efficiency, based on a 42.3kWh battery (overseas-spec figure, NZ TBC). The T1’s onboard AC charger caps at 7kW single-phase.
| Home charging setup | Approx. power | Est. time (10% → 100%) |
|---|---|---|
| Included (8A) / standard socket | ~1.8kW | ~21 hours |
| Portable charger (10A) | ~2.3kW | ~17 hours |
| 16A charger (caravan / commando style) | ~3.7kW | ~11.5 hours |
| 7kW wall charger (32A, full onboard rate) | 7kW | ~6 hours |
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The T1 can DC fast charge with a quoted 30–80% session in approximately 17 minutes on a compatible rapid charger (conditions apply, NZ figures TBC) — a quick top-up on a longer trip. DC chargers have cables attached, so there’s no need to bring your own.
AC public chargers are slower, making them ideal when you’re parked in one spot for a while — at a mall, hotel, gym or workplace. Some have a Type 2 cable attached, while others are “bring-your-own-cable” and need your own Type 2 to Type 2 cable. PlugShare is handy for checking what’s available at your destination before you leave.
| Provider | Notes | Apple app | Android app |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChargeNet | Largest network nationwide | Download | Download |
| BP | Fast chargers at key sites | Download | Download |
| Z Energy | Fast chargers at selected stations | Download | Download |
| Tesla | Most NZ Superchargers are open to non-Tesla | Download | Download |
We recommend a Type 2 to Type 2 cable (7kW-rated). A 5m length suits most public AC bays and parking layouts.
The overseas model does, so we expect the New Zealand model will too. Once the T1 lands here, we’ll test our V2L adapters and confirm compatibility on this page.
A 7kW (32A) wall charger is the ideal home setup for the T1. The T1’s onboard AC charger is rated at up to 7kW single-phase (based on the equivalent overseas-market model), so a standard 32A wallbox delivers the T1’s full home charging speed — a full charge in around 6 hours, with no special wiring required.
No. The T1 charges at up to 7kW on a standard single-phase connection, which is what almost all NZ homes have. A standard 32A single-phase wall charger is all you need.
Arcfox New Zealand has confirmed the T1 offers 310km of WLTP range. Real-world range will vary with driving style, terrain and conditions, but it’s well suited to daily commuting and city driving.
Yes — however a full 10–100% charge takes around 21 hours (based on the estimated battery size), so a standard socket is best as an occasional backup rather than your main charging method. A 7kW wall charger is strongly recommended for daily use.
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable is the right choice for NZ AC destination charging. We suggest a 7kW-rated cable in 5m.
Based on the equivalent overseas-market model, yes — the T1 is expected to charge from 30–80% in approximately 17 minutes on a compatible DC rapid charger (conditions apply). Official NZ DC charging specifications haven’t yet been confirmed by Arcfox; we’ll update this page once they are.
Free advice, no obligation
Want the easiest, safest charging setup at home? We’ll help you choose the right wall charger, cable length and installation approach for your driveway or garage — including solar-ready options.
Free advice includes:
– Charger recommendation (best value 7kW unit for the T1)
– Installation quote (nationwide options)
– Solar-aware charger options (divert excess solar to charge for free)
– Public charging cable advice
– Smart load management for shared-supply homes
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