FISKER OCEAN - CIRCLE K CHARGING TEST

EV Channels Review

This video presents a charging test of the Fisker Ocean at a new Circle K 180 kW CCS station. The reviewer aimed to charge from 10% to 80%, a recommended practice for long-distance travel. While the station's maximum output is 180 kW, the Fisker Ocean initially achieved around 155 kW, dropping to 117 kW as the state of charge increased, and later rising to 121 kW before settling around 90 kW towards the end of the charging session. The total charge time from 10% to 80% was 36 minutes, adding 72.2 kWh at a cost of $33.33 (46 cents/kWh). The reviewer noted disappointment that the Ocean did not reach its typical 170-176 kW peak seen on 350 kW chargers, speculating on potential causes like charger amperage or battery temperature, although the station's specs seemed sufficient. Despite the lower-than-expected peak, the 180 kW station is considered a reasonable option, especially if faster chargers are unavailable or crowded, and a definite improvement over 100-150 kW stations. The reviewer plans to test a new charging company's station in an upcoming video.