How to Set Charging Times for Popular EVs in Australia
A practical setup guide for scheduling charging on popular EVs sold in Australia, with model-by-model notes and a cleaner-charging workflow.
Which Cars This Covers
This guide focuses on EVs that were among the leading battery-electric models in Australia across 2025 sales reporting, including Tesla Model Y, Tesla Model 3, BYD Sealion 7, Kia EV5, and Geely EX5. Menu labels can change by software version, but the charging logic is similar: find the charging screen, set a preferred start time or schedule, then line that time up with a cleaner grid window.
Tesla Model Y and Model 3
On Tesla Model Y and Model 3, open the Charging screen on the vehicle display or in the Tesla app, then use Scheduled Charging or Scheduled Departure. If you want the car to start at a cleaner time, use Scheduled Charging and set the start time that matches the window from the live forecast. If you want the car ready by a certain time, use Scheduled Departure and work backward from your required finish time.
BYD Sealion 7
On the BYD Sealion 7, look for the charging menu in the vehicle infotainment system or the BYD app, then set delayed charging or a charging appointment. The key is to set the start time rather than just plugging in immediately. If your software offers off-peak charging, you can still use it manually by shifting the start time to the cleaner window identified in the forecast.
Kia EV5
On the Kia EV5, use the EV menu on the infotainment screen or the Kia Connect app and look for charge schedule, off-peak charging, or departure scheduling. Kia often lets you set both preferred charging windows and departure times, which is useful if you want the battery ready in the morning but still want to avoid the dirtiest overnight interval.
Geely EX5
On the Geely EX5, the exact interface can vary by local software release, but the pattern is the same: find the charging or energy settings, then set a delayed start or charging window. If the software lets you set only a start time, use the beginning of the cleaner window from the live forecast. If it lets you set both start and stop, use the expected session duration as a guide.
How To Use These With Green Power Windows
The simplest routine is: check the live forecast, note the best charging window, estimate how many hours you need, then set the car to begin near the start of that lower-emissions period. If the forecast advantage versus charging now is small, convenience can win. If the savings are meaningful, scheduling is worth it.