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I5 has an 800v battery, and it can take up to 240 kW. I've never seen rates over 120kW IRL. According to this article: https://electronics.alibaba.com/buyingguides/ioniq-5-charging-speed-guide-real-world-dc-home-rates
"Approaches and Differences: DC Fast Charging vs. Level 2 Home Charging
There are only two meaningful charging approaches for the IONIQ 5—and they serve fundamentally different needs: 🔹 DC Fast Charging (10–80% Recovery)
🔹 Level 2 Home Charging (Overnight Replenishment)
" So yeah 1500kW is a tad beyond that.