Public charging a Hybrid

[GeoC]

Another newbie question. XC60 Recharge Inscription Expression T6. 2022

Since getting the car 5 weeks ago I haven't done much more than drive locally so have been charging at home.

What I would like to know is what is the accepted etiquette around using charging points away from home.

Should I leave them for pure electric vehicles?
Would it take long to charge my battery?
Is it cost effective for just 30 or so miles?

Any other advice, thanks in advance.

[giftgrub100]

If it was me, would leave if a pure electric arrived, they have no other option for power, whereas you have an engine.

Also will only charge at 3.7 kWh so will also take about five hours for a full charge on a public charger, obviously depends on the cost of charging as well, some public chargers get expensive after being plugged in for a long time.

[James77]

I really think Hybrid cars should be charged at home where it's cheaper you only have a short range they're designed for a local trip to the shops avoiding using the petrol engine. Not sure I see the point charging every time I park at a supermarket for 30 minutes.

[GMcL]

I wouldn't worry about it. You'll be on a type 2 connector, preferably no more than 22kW, cheaper than a fast DC charger. An EV driver would have to be absolutely desperate to be hunting one of those out. They'd be looking for a CCS fast charge adapter, PHEV can't use these plugs.

[V60 probably]

Considering the cost of electric at most public chargers, I'd say it's considerably cheaper to use the petrol engine when you can't charge at home/work. I've had mine nine months and never charged at a public charger.

[GeoC]

Thanks everyone, confirmed what I thought.