Do not buy a China-market EV until AC and DC are verified separately.
A familiar connector shape is only the first gate. The exact vehicle must also match the destination charger's communication, voltage, current, protection and installation conditions.
Compatibility result
Compare AC and DC as separate systems
The table is a screening map, not a country-law database. Confirm the destination network and the exact vehicle before treating any pair as compatible.
| Charging family | AC interface | DC fast-charge interface | Common market signal | Decision requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China GB/T | GB/T 20234.2 | GB/T 20234.3 | Common on China-market vehicles and infrastructure | Match the exact inlet and protocol; do not assume a passive CCS adapter solves DC charging. |
| European IEC / CCS2 | Type 2 | Combo 2 / CCS2 | EU public charging rules specify Type 2 for AC and Combo 2 for DC in the covered infrastructure. | Verify the exact vehicle has both required interfaces and successful tests on representative chargers. |
| North American CCS1 | Type 1 / J1772 | Combo 1 / CCS1 | J1772 and CCS remain recognized charging interfaces in US federal consumer guidance. | Check vehicle inlet, voltage limits, network access and local equipment before shipment. |
| CHAdeMO | Separate AC inlet required | CHAdeMO | Still appears in the US federal connector list, but availability is network-specific. | Verify fast-charger availability on the actual routes; do not infer AC capability from CHAdeMO. |
| NACS | NACS | NACS | Recognized in current US federal consumer guidance alongside other connector types. | Confirm exact vehicle support, charger access and any network or software requirements. |
Standards basis: China’s current GB/T 20234.2-2015, GB/T 20234.3-2023 and GB/T 18487.1-2023; IEC connector documents IEC 62196-2:2025 and IEC 62196-3:2026; EU Regulation (EU) 2023/1804; and US DOE consumer charging guidance.
Ten items the seller should send
Evidence must identify the same vehicle you are buying. A test from another unit or a generic brochure does not close the decision.
VIN or stock ID
Link every photograph and test record to the exact vehicle.
Open-port photographs
Show the complete AC inlet, cap, pins and surrounding labels.
Fast-charge photographs
Show the full DC or combined inlet without guessing from the model.
Electrical close-ups
Capture voltage, current, warning and connector markings in focus.
Onboard charger data
Confirm supported voltage, phase arrangement and rated AC power.
Start-to-finish record
Record charger model, SOC change, time, energy and charging power.
Fast-charge session
Record charger model, SOC window, peak power and interruptions.
Region and version
Document vehicle software and any regional charging configuration.
Cable and EVSE list
Identify what ships with the vehicle and what must be sourced locally.
Installer confirmation
Have a qualified local professional check supply and protective devices.
Ask for the complete pack in one message. We will match it to the exact stock unit and your destination charging plan.
Request the evidence packStart with the vehicle, then verify its ports
These are active listings across four EV body types. Availability and charge-port specification must be reconfirmed for the exact unit.
BYD Dolphin 2025
Charging inlet is not assumed from the model name. Verify this exact unit before payment.
MG4 EV 2023
Charging inlet is not assumed from the model name. Verify this exact unit before payment.
NIO ES6 2025
Charging inlet is not assumed from the model name. Verify this exact unit before payment.
Geely Radar RD6
Charging inlet is not assumed from the model name. Verify this exact unit before payment.
What the four results mean
The tool deliberately avoids a vague “probably compatible” answer.
Selected AC and DC pairs match, exact-unit tests exist, and the home-supply field is complete when applicable.
The route appears workable, but a charge test, supply check or operating detail is still missing.
An interface mismatch requires documented engineering, compliance review and destination testing.
A key inlet or destination standard is unknown, or no practical charging route has been demonstrated.
Charging questions before importing
Each answer ends with the evidence or choice needed to move forward.
Can a GB/T electric car use a CCS2 fast charger?
Not directly unless the exact vehicle and a qualified conversion system are proven compatible. The connector shape, communication protocol, voltage window, current control and protection functions all have to work together. Treat GB/T-to-CCS2 as an engineering project, not a universal plug adapter, and do not buy until the exact car has completed a documented charge test on the destination network.
Is a charging adapter enough to make a Chinese EV compatible?
No. A mechanical adapter only addresses the physical interface; it does not by itself prove protocol translation, electrical limits, earthing, locking, thermal protection or local certification. Use a simple cable only where the vehicle maker, EVSE maker and qualified local installer confirm the exact combination; otherwise require an engineered and tested solution before purchase.
Does a Type 2 AC inlet mean the car also supports CCS2 DC charging?
No. Type 2 describes an AC interface, while Combo 2 adds DC contacts and requires compatible DC communication and vehicle hardware. Inspect the complete inlet and labels, then request separate AC and DC charging tests. Choose a car only after both use cases needed in your country are verified.
Can I import an EV if I plan to charge only at home?
Yes, when the exact car's AC inlet, onboard charger, portable or wall-mounted EVSE, supply voltage, phase arrangement and protective installation are confirmed. Home charging can remove dependence on public fast charging for predictable daily routes, but it does not create DC compatibility. Choose home-only operation only when daily distance and overnight charging time leave a practical reserve.
Does a CCS2 conversion guarantee access to every public charger?
No. A converted inlet can still fail because of protocol implementation, software, charger network behavior, voltage limits or thermal protection. Require the conversion supplier to document the hardware and compliance basis, then test the exact vehicle on representative destination chargers. Do not rely on a connector photo or a single workshop claim.
What charging evidence should a used EV seller provide?
Require clear AC and DC inlet photos, label close-ups, onboard charger specifications, the charger model used, starting and ending state of charge, elapsed time, energy delivered, peak or average power, interruption history and a VIN or stock identifier linking the evidence to the exact unit. Buy only when the evidence covers the charging method you will actually use.
Can the same EV model have different charging ports?
Yes. A model name can cover domestic-market, export-market, model-year and regional configurations with different inlets, cables, software or charging hardware. Never transfer a specification from a brochure or another vehicle to the unit being purchased. Select by VIN-linked photos and tests, not by badge alone.
Standards and official guidance
Use the latest destination rules and charger documentation for a live purchase; standards and network support can change.
Decision tool reviewed 2026-08-18. It is a purchasing screen, not an electrical design, product certification or guarantee of charger-network access. Confirm the exact vehicle, destination regulations, charger documentation and installation with qualified parties before purchase.