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=== User: How can I tell which Tesla chargers I can use with my EV6 and adapter ===
How can I tell which Tesla chargers I can use with my EV6 and adapter

=== Assistant: Yes — you can use some Tesla chargers with your Kia EV6, but which ones and how depends on the charging standard and ad… ===
Yes — you can use some Tesla chargers with your Kia EV6, but which ones and how depends on the charging standard and adapter you’re using. Here’s a clear breakdown so you can tell what will work:

==== 🔌 1. Tesla Chargers & EV6 Compatibility (North America) ====

===== ✅ Tesla Superchargers (DC Fast Chargers) =====

These are the high-speed chargers you see along highways.

Can You Use Them?
* Yes, EV6 can now officially use many Tesla Superchargers — but only under specific conditions. Kia has enabled access to Tesla’s network (21,500+ stations) and EV6 owners can use them with a Tesla-to-NACS adapter provided by Kia. EV.com<ref>{{cite web|title=EV.com|url=https://ev.com/news/kia-expands-charging-horizons-with-free-nacs-adapters-for-new-ev6-and-ev9-models|publisher=ev.com|access-date=2025-12-15}}</ref>

How to Tell Which Superchargers Work with Your EV6
* Tesla App: Superchargers that support non-Tesla EVs with a NACS adapter show up in the Tesla app under “Charge Your Other EVs.” If a charger doesn’t appear there, your EV6 likely won’t charge on it. Reddit<ref>{{cite web|title=Reddit|url=https://www.reddit.com//r/KiaEV6/comments/1ndl0mq|publisher=reddit.com|access-date=2025-12-15}}</ref>
* Station Version: Modern V3 and V4 Superchargers tend to support NACS/CCS adapter charging more often than older legacy stalls.

Important Notes
* You need the official Kia-provided NACS adapter (or one Kia says works with your EV model). Third-party adapters may not be supported or may give errors, and Tesla/Kia software may block some attempts. The Verge<ref>{{cite web|title=The Verge|url=https://www.theverge.com/news/602718/kia-tesla-supercharger-march|publisher=The Verge|access-date=2025-12-15}}</ref>
* Not all Tesla Superchargers will work yet; if a charger doesn’t show in the Tesla app for non-Tesla EVs, it won’t start charging.

===== 📍 Tesla Destination Chargers (AC Level 2) =====

These are AC chargers you find at hotels, malls, and restaurants.

Can You Use Them?
* Yes, but you need an adapter. Tesla destination chargers use the Tesla (NACS) plug — and your EV6 uses CCS1 for fast DC and J1772 for Level 2.
* To use a Tesla destination charger (Level 2), you need a NACS-to-J1772 adapter (often sold as a “Tesla to J1772” adapter). These let you plug into the Tesla charger and then into your EV6’s J1772 socket. Reddit<ref>{{cite web|title=Reddit|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/evcharging/comments/1bmrvfp|publisher=reddit.com|access-date=2025-12-15}}</ref>

How to Tell It Works
* If the Tesla Wall Connector or NACS AC outlet shows up in PlugShare or your charging app and you have a NACS-to-J1772 adapter, it should charge at Level 2 speeds.

==== 🧩 Summary Table ====

| Charger Type                                           | What It Is           | Adapter Needed?                            | Works with EV6?         | Notes                                          |
| ------------------------------------------------------ | -------------------- | ------------------------------------------ | ----------------------- | ---------------------------------------------- |
| Tesla Supercharger (DCFC)                              | Fast DC chargers     | Tesla/CCS-to-NACS adapter (Kia’s official) | Yes on supported stalls | Must show in Tesla app; not all stalls enabled |
| Tesla Destination Charger (AC)                         | Level 2 slow charger | NACS-to-J1772 adapter                      | Yes                     | Perfect for overnight/top-off                  |
| Third-party DC Fast Chargers (Electrify America, etc.) | CCS1 DCFC            | No adapter                                 | Yes natively            | Best generic fast option                       |

==== 📍 How to Check Compatibility Before You Plug In ====
# Open the Tesla app and look under “Charge Your Other EVs” before you go — only compatible Superchargers will show up there. Reddit<ref>{{cite web|title=Reddit|url=https://www.reddit.com//r/KiaEV6/comments/1ndl0mq|publisher=reddit.com|access-date=2025-12-15}}</ref>
# Check the port type: - Tesla stalls use NACS plugs. - Your EV6 uses CCS1 for DC and J1772 for AC.
# Match the adapter: - DC fast: Need a Tesla NACS to CCS1 adapter approved for your EV6. - AC charging: Use a NACS to J1772 adapter.
# Look at charger type: - AC Level 2 Tesla Wall Connectors → Use adapter to J1772. - DC Superchargers with non-Tesla EV support → Use Kia / approved NACS adapter.

==== 🛠️ Tips & Caveats ====
* Tesla App is decisive: If the Supercharger doesn’t show up under EV6 charging in the app, it likely won’t work. Reddit<ref>{{cite web|title=Reddit|url=https://www.reddit.com//r/KiaEV6/comments/1ndl0mq|publisher=reddit.com|access-date=2025-12-15}}</ref>
* Adapter quality matters: Stick with official or properly certified adapters rated for the right voltage/current. Some cheap adapters may refuse to start.
* Third-party adapters for DC Superchargers exist, but official Kia/Tesla support ensures the best chance of a successful charge and avoids potential warranty or communication issues. The Verge<ref>{{cite web|title=The Verge|url=https://www.theverge.com/news/602718/kia-tesla-supercharger-march|publisher=The Verge|access-date=2025-12-15}}</ref>

If you want, I can also help you figure out which specific adapters are recommended or compatible with your EV6 in the U.S. — just let me know!