Dongfeng VIGO Home Charger (NZ): Best Wall Chargers, Cables & Charging Times

Vigo home chargingLooking for the right Dongfeng VIGO home wall charger in New Zealand? This guide makes it simple: what EV wall charger to install at home, how fast the VIGO charges, what cable you need for public AC chargers.

The Dongfeng VIGO is an electric compact SUV with a 51.87kWh LFP battery, up to 340km WLTP range, AC charging up to 6.6kW and DC fast charging up to 167kW (quoted 30–80% in ~18 minutes on a compatible rapid charger).

Official Dongfeng New Zealand Page  |  VIGO Brochure (PDF)

 
VIGO specification New Zealand model (from brochure)
Battery (capacity) 51.87kWh (LFP)
Range 340km (WLTP)
Max AC charging (home) 6.6kW
Max DC fast charging 167kW
Typical DC session 30–80% in ~18 minutes (conditions apply)
V2L Yes (requires a compatible adapter)
Boot space 500L to 1,040L

Best Home Wall Chargers for the Dongfeng VIGO

Fast, safe overnight charging — and future-proof for your next EV

The Dongfeng VIGO charges at up to 6.6kW on AC. That means a quality 7kW / 32A wall charger is the sweet spot for NZ homes:
the car controls the maximum speed, so a 7kW wallbox delivers the VIGO’s full AC rate while keeping you covered for future EVs.

Choose your home charging style:
• Tethered wall charger (fixed cable): fastest “grab-and-go” every day
• Untethered wall charger (socket only): use your own Type 2 cable — great if you swap between EVs or travel and want to use the cable on public chargers.

32a Smart EV charger with attached Type 2 cable and wifi

Smart EV Wall charger with DLB includes 6m cable

$799.00 inc. GST
32a 22kW wall charger type 2 socket with wifi

Smart EV Wall charger with DLB and WIFI 7.4kW

Price range: $689.00 through $795.00 inc. GST
Type 2 to Type 2 32a cable

Type 2 to Type 2 charge cable 32a 7kW

Price range: $169.00 through $225.00 inc. GST

Dongfeng VIGO charge times (home) — quick guide

Estimates below assume charging from 10% to 100% with typical wall-to-battery efficiency.

Home charging setup Approx. power Est. time (10% → 100%)
Included/portable charger (8A) ~1.8kW ~28 hours
Portable charger (10A) ~2.3kW ~23 hours
16A charger (caravan/commando style) ~3.7kW ~14 hours
7kW wall charger (32A) Car caps at ~6.6kW ~7 hours

Want exact numbers for your power price and start %? Use the calculator below.

Dongfeng Vigo home charging

Dongfeng VIGO Charging Cost & Time Calculator

Set your battery size, power price and start % to estimate home charging time & cost.

Estimated time to charge

To 100% from your start %

Estimated cost to charge

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Public charging with the Dongfeng VIGO (NZ)

In New Zealand you’ll mainly use two public charging types:
DC fast chargers for road trips/top-ups, and Type 2 AC chargers commonly found at supermarkets, malls, hotels and public car parks.

DC fast charging
The VIGO supports up to 167kW DC and is quoted at 30–80% in ~18 minutes on a compatible rapid charger (conditions apply).
For longer trips, it’s usually faster to do multiple short sessions rather than charging very high at one stop.

Type 2 AC chargers
Many AC public chargers are “bring-your-own-cable”. PlugShare is great for checking what’s available before you arrive.

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

What cable do I need for public AC charging?

We recommend a Type 2 to Type 2 cable (7kW-rated).
A 5m length suits most public AC bays and parking layouts.

Charging port location


Drivers side above the front wheel

Dongfeng VIGO Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) — Power on the go

The Dongfeng VIGO supports Vehicle-to-Load (V2L), so you can run small appliances, charge tool batteries, or power campsite gear using a compatible V2L adapter.
It’s a popular feature for weekends away, work sites, and emergency backup.

Vehicle to Load adapter Dongfeng
Out of stock

V2L Vehicle to Load

V2L Adapter for Dongfeng

$155.00 inc. GST

Dongfeng VIGO home charging FAQs (NZ)

What is the best home wall charger for the Dongfeng VIGO?

A 7kW (32A) wall charger is the best all-round option for most NZ homes. The VIGO will charge at up to 6.6kW on AC,
so you get the maximum safe home speed and stay future-proof for your next EV.

Yes — but it’s slow. 8A charging is best as a backup. If you want reliable overnight charging, a wallbox is usually the best upgrade.

No. The VIGO’s max AC rate suits single-phase homes well. Three-phase can be useful for other EVs, but it’s not required to charge the VIGO properly.

A Type 2 to Type 2 cable is the common solution for NZ AC destination charging. We suggest a 7kW-rated cable in 5m.

Expert Dongfeng VIGO charging advice

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 for the VIGO)
• Installation quote (nationwide options)
• Solar-aware charger options (divert excess solar when available)
• Public charging cable advice

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Sales@smartevchargers.co.nz