V2L (Vehicle-to-Load)

V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) is a feature that allows an EV to output AC electrical power from its battery to run external devices — from laptops and power tools to camping equipment and even other EVs.

How It Works

V2L uses the vehicle's on-board inverter to convert DC battery power into standard household AC power (230V in Europe, 120V in North America). The power outlet is typically located either inside the cabin, in the trunk area, or through an adapter attached to the vehicle's charge port.

Most V2L implementations provide 1.6–3.6 kW of continuous power, enough to run small appliances, charge devices, power tools, or camping equipment. Some vehicles can output higher power for short durations.

Why It Matters

V2L turns an EV into a mobile power station. Practical uses include:

Camping and outdoors: Run lights, fans, cooking equipment, coolers
Emergency backup: Power essential home devices during grid outages
Job sites: Run power tools without a generator
Tailgating/events: Power entertainment equipment
Charge another EV: Emergency top-up for a stranded vehicle

With a large EV battery (60–100 kWh), V2L can power moderate loads for days — far longer than any portable generator or battery pack.

Common Values

Output power: 1.6–3.6 kW (typical), up to 9.6 kW (some models)
Output type: Standard household AC outlet
Notable V2L EVs: Hyundai Ioniq 5/6, Kia EV6/EV9, MG4, BYD Atto 3, Genesis GV60
Runtime example: 1 kW load on 70 kWh battery = approximately 60+ hours