Forthing Taikon Super Hybrid Home Charger (NZ): Best Wall Chargers, Cables & Charging Times

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Looking for the right Forthing Taikon Super Hybrid home wall charger in New Zealand? This guide covers everything: which EV wall charger to install at home, how fast the Taikon Super Hybrid charges, and what cable you need for public AC chargers.

The Forthing Taikon Super Hybrid is a clever plug-in hybrid SUV from Forthing NZ. It pairs a 31.94kWh LFP battery with a 1.5L petrol range extender, delivering 183km of pure-electric WLTP range and a combined range of 1,000km+. Home charging is via a 6.6kW single-phase onboard charger — perfect for any NZ home — and the Super Hybrid even supports DC fast charging (30–80% in ~30 minutes), which is rare for a plug-in hybrid. For most NZ owners, that 183km EV range covers daily driving with zero petrol use, while the generator handles the long trips.

Official Forthing Taikon Super Hybrid NZ Page

Forthing Taikon Super Hybrid Specification Luxury / Exclusive
Battery (capacity) 31.94kWh (LFP)
Pure-electric range 183km (WLTP)
Combined range (battery + petrol) 1,000–1,150km (WLTP)
Motor / Drive 120kW peak / 240Nm — PMSM
Petrol engine 1.5L naturally aspirated (91 octane)
Max AC charging (home) 6.6kW (single-phase)
Max DC fast charging 120kW+
Typical DC session 30–80% in ~30 minutes (conditions apply)
Typical full AC charge (6.6kW) ~5.5 hours (0–100%)
   

Best Home Wall Chargers for the Forthing Taikon Super Hybrid

Fast, reliable home charging — get the most from your 183km EV range every day



The Taikon Super Hybrid charges at up to 6.6kW on AC via its onboard charger. A standard 7kW / 32A wall charger is the ideal home setup — the car will draw its full 6.6kW limit, and the wallbox is future-proofed for your next EV. Because the battery is only 31.94kWh, a full home charge takes about 5.5 hours — so even an after-work plug-in can be 100% by morning.

Choose your home charging style:
• Tethered wall charger (fixed cable): the easiest daily experience — plug in and go
• Untethered wall charger (socket only): use your own Type 2 cable — great if you share a charger between vehicles or want one cable for home and public AC charging
• Solar-aware charger: if you have solar, a smart charger that diverts excess solar means you can charge the Taikon Super Hybrid for free during the day

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

Smart EV Wall charger with DLB includes 6m cable & WIFI

$780.00 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 $850.00 inc. GST
Type 2 to Type 2 32a cable

Type 2 to Type 2 charge cable 32a 7kW

Price range: $175.00 through $285.00 inc. GST

Forthing Taikon Super Hybrid charge times (home) — quick guide

Estimates below assume charging from 10% to 100% with typical wall-to-battery efficiency. The Taikon Super Hybrid’s onboard charger caps AC charging at 6.6kW (single-phase).

Home charging setup Approx. power Est. time (10% → 100%)
Included (8A) / standard socket ~1.8kW ~17 hours
Portable charger (10A) ~2.3kW ~14 hours
16A charger (caravan/commando style) ~3.7kW ~9 hours
7kW wall charger (32A, capped to 6.6kW by car) 6.6kW ~5 hours

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Public charging with the Forthing Taikon Super Hybrid (NZ)

Unlike most plug-in hybrids in NZ, the Taikon Super Hybrid supports both Type 2 AC and CCS2 DC fast charging — meaning you have the same charging options as a pure EV.

DC fast charging
The Taikon Super Hybrid can DC fast charge at 120kW+, with a quoted 30–80% session in approximately 30 minutes on a compatible rapid charger (conditions apply). That’s genuinely useful on longer trips — you can top up to 80% in a coffee break and let the petrol engine extend you the rest of the way.

Type 2 AC chargers
Most everyday public AC chargers are “bring-your-own-cable” and the Taikon Super Hybrid charges at its full 6.6kW from them. 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

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

Front, centre (behind the badge / grille panel).

Forthing Taikon Super Hybrid home charging FAQs (NZ)

What is the best home wall charger for the Forthing Taikon Super Hybrid?

A 7kW (32A) wall charger is the best match for the Taikon Super Hybrid. The car’s onboard AC charger caps at 6.6kW single-phase, so a standard 32A wallbox delivers the Super Hybrid’s full home charging speed — a full charge in around 5 hours, or roughly 1.5 hours after work to top up the day’s commute. A 7kW unit also future-proofs you for any next EV that supports a higher AC rate.

No. The Taikon Super Hybrid charges at 6.6kW 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.

The Taikon Super Hybrid is a “REEV-style” super hybrid — it can drive 183km on pure-electric power before the 1.5L petrol engine kicks in as a range extender / generator. That’s far more EV range than a typical PHEV (often 40–60km), and unlike most PHEVs it also supports DC fast charging. For most NZ owners with a home charger, daily driving will be 100% electric, with the petrol generator only used on long trips.

Yes — however a full 10–100% charge takes around 17 hours.

A Type 2 to Type 2 cable is the right choice for NZ AC destination charging. We suggest a 7kW-rated cable in 5m — it suits the vast majority of public AC bays.

Yes — and this is unusual for a plug-in hybrid. On a compatible DC rapid charger (120kW or higher), the Taikon Super Hybrid charges from 30–80% in approximately 30 minutes at typical conditions (25°C ambient, conditions apply). On a long trip, that means you can top up the battery during a coffee stop and let the petrol generator extend the rest.

The Taikon Super Hybrid’s charging port is located on the front centre of the vehicle.

For most NZ daily driving, no. With a 183km pure-electric WLTP range and a home wallbox, the Taikon Super Hybrid covers everyday commuting and errands without needing the petrol engine. The 1.5L generator is there for the occasional long trip — and means you don’t need to plan around DC chargers when you head out of town.

Expert Forthing Taikon Super Hybrid 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 7kW unit for the Taikon Super Hybrid)
– 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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