Charging the GAC Aion Y Plus in the Philippines
The GAC Aion Y Plus is a value-focused electric crossover popular with Filipino first-time EV buyers. It charges on Type 2 for AC and CCS2 for DC fast charging — the standard Philippine combination — so charging at home overnight or at any CCS2 public station is straightforward. Figures here are approximate (2026).
What connector does the GAC Aion Y Plus use — and how to charge it
The GAC Aion Y Plus uses these plugs in the Philippines. All figures below are approximate (2026) and vary with the charger's power and your battery's state of charge.
Type2 (AC)
the standard AC plug for everyday and overnight charging — what most home and mall wall-boxes in the Philippines use.
CCS2 (DC)
the DC fast-charging standard for the Philippines, found at most public fast chargers for quick top-ups on the road.
Approx. battery
Around 63 kWh of usable capacity (approximate, 2026) — the size of the "tank" you're refilling.
Charging time at home
Roughly 9 hours for a near-full charge on a typical ~7kW home Type 2 wall-box — perfect overnight.
DC fast charging
On a mainstream ~50kW public DC fast charger, you can add most of the range you need in roughly 55 minutes (approximate).
Where to charge your GAC Aion Y Plus
With Type2 (AC) + CCS2 (DC), your GAC Aion Y Plus can charge almost anywhere EVs charge in the Philippines — at home, while you shop, and on the road. EVChargePH lets you see live availability and reserve a slot before you drive.
At home
Plug into a Type 2 wall-box overnight at the ~₱11–₱13/kWh home rate — the cheapest and most convenient way to charge.
At malls & offices
Top up while you shop, dine or work. Many Metro Manila and Cebu mall garages now host EV chargers.
On the road
Use public DC fast chargers along major routes for a quick top-up on longer drives across the country.
Popular cities: Makati, Quezon City, Cebu City and Davao City.
Charging a GAC Aion Y Plus in the Philippines — FAQ
What connector does the GAC Aion Y Plus use in the Philippines?+
The GAC Aion Y Plus uses Type2 (AC) and CCS2 (DC) in the Philippines. Type 2 handles everyday and overnight AC charging at home, while CCS2 is used for DC fast charging on the road. These figures are approximate (2026).
How long does it take to charge a GAC Aion Y Plus?+
With its roughly 63 kWh battery (approximate, 2026), a GAC Aion Y Plus takes about 9 hours for a near-full charge on a typical ~7kW home Type 2 wall-box — ideal overnight. On a mainstream ~50kW public DC fast charger via CCS2, you can add most of the range you need in roughly 55 minutes. Actual times vary with the charger's power, the battery's state of charge and the weather.
How much does it cost to charge a GAC Aion Y Plus in the Philippines?+
Charging at home on a typical Meralco residential rate of about ₱11–₱13 per kWh, a full charge of the GAC Aion Y Plus's ~63 kWh battery costs roughly ₱690–₱820 (approximate, 2026). Public chargers on EVChargePH show a clear rate up front, so you always see the price before you reserve — with no hidden fees.
Where can I charge a GAC Aion Y Plus in the Philippines?+
You can charge a GAC Aion Y Plus at home on a Type 2 wall-box, at malls and offices, and at public DC fast chargers along major routes. EVChargePH maps charging stations across Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao and beyond — open the live map to see availability near you and reserve a slot before you drive.
Charging guides for other electric cars
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