INDIGO Recharge
Charge your electric car on the No.1 city charging network, from €0.29/kWh
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INDIGO Recharge INDIGO quality for electric charging
Charging stations close to you, wherever you are!
Charge without stress
With more than 6,000 charging points available in France, INDIGO is the largest charging network in town! Monitor your charge in real time with the INDIGO Neo application.Pay as you like
Our charging stations are compatible with payment by bank card, recharge cards from all mobility operators (TotalEnergies, Chargemap, etc.) and the INDIGO Recharge card for preferential rates.Don't change your habits
Our charging points deliver 7 kWh of power, perfectly suited to normal parking times, so you can recharge with complete peace of mind.
Electric cars in town have never been so easy
Cheaper charging
Up to 30% savings compared with the public tariff with the INDIGO Recharge card thanks to our preferential rates at all INDIGO car parks.A simple gesture for easy charging
Plug in, swipe the card, charge! It's as simple as that. Track your charging in real time using the INDIGO Neo application.The card is free with your charging package
The INDIGO Recharge card is free if you choose a charging package via the INDIGO network.
The standard-setter for parking and EV charging
A network that's controlled from end to end
Our charging stations are managed and maintained on a daily basis by our INDIGO experts, who guarantee their availability and smooth operation.Clear, dedicated signage
Designed to guide you along your journey. Our charging stations, with digital screens, make charging simple and intuitive, right from the first time you use them.24/7 assistance
Your satisfaction is our priority. Our teams are always on hand to provide you with the support you need.
Prices to suit all uses
With INDIGO Recharge, take advantage of a wide choice of offers at the best price!
The INDIGO Neo application, your charging partner
- Find all our charging points near your destination easily.
- Track your vehicle's charge in real time.
- Easy access to all your invoices and consumption history.
- You can also take advantage of all the car park and street parking services offered by the INDIGO Neo application.
Most frequently asked questions
How much does a full charge cost?
How many kWh are needed to charge an electric car?
What is the average charging time?
In which car parks is the €0.45/kWh A la carte price available?
Trends, innovations and perspectives
The transition to electric mobility is not just about changing vehicles: it also involves understanding a new world, a new ecosystem, that of recharging. Unlike combustion-powered vehicles, where recharging is universal and standardised, electric cars have to cope with several different types of recharging, connectors and powers. To recharge efficiently and with peace of mind, it's essential to master the basics. Here's a clear guide to understanding the basics of charging an electric vehicle.
The different types of charging (slow, accelerated, fast, ultra-fast)
The charging speed of your electric vehicle depends on two essential factors:
- The power that the charging point can supply
- The capacity of your vehicle to receive and accept this power
There are generally four main categories of charging:
Slow charging (3.7 kW) - AC alternating current
This is the most basic mode, accessible via a reinforced 220v household socket. It is particularly suitable for small batteries or for night-time charging at home. Allow 6 to 12 hours on average for a full charge. Recommended use:
- Small vehicles (Citroën Ami, Renault Twizy).
- Users with few daily kilometres
- Top-up or night-time charging
Accelerated charging (from 7 kW to 22 kW) - AC alternating current
It corresponds to the use of wallboxes (wall-mounted charging points). This mode is the most common in private, public and business car parks, such as those operated by INDIGO. Charging time: 3 to 6 hours depending on the battery. Benefits:
- Perfect for charging during long parking periods (work, overnight, shopping).
- Compatible with the majority of electric vehicles
Fast charging (from 50 kW) - DC direct current
This charge uses direct current (DC) to supply the battery directly, allowing 80% of capacity to be recharged in 30 to 60 minutes. It requires specific charging points, often installed on major roads and supermarket car parks.
Ultra-fast charging (350 kW and more) - DC direct current
This is designed for the latest vehicles equipped with high-capacity batteries (Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, Renault Megane etc.). These charging points allow you to recover 300 km of autonomy in less than 15 minutes. They are available on motorways or in strategic places in big cities. There are a growing number of motorway charging stations with 5 to 30 charging points to meet demand. Note that the maximum power your vehicle can accept determines the actual charging speed, regardless of the type of station used.
Standards and connectors
The diversity of vehicles and infrastructures has led to a proliferation of connector standards. Knowing the main ones is essential to ensure compatibility between your vehicle and the available charging points.
Type 2
This is now the European standard for alternating current (AC) charging.
- Used by the majority of electric vehicles sold in Europe.
- Found on almost all public AC charging points (up to 22 kW).
Examples of compatible vehicles: Renault Zoe, Peugeot e-208, Tesla Model 3
CCS (Combined Charging System)
Also known as Combo, this plug adds two DC connectors to Type 2, allowing a single port to manage both slow (AC) and fast (DC) charging. Benefits:
- Fast and ultra-fast charging (up to 350 kW).
- Standard that became the norm
Examples of compatible vehicles: Volkswagen ID.4, Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Kona, Mercedes EQA.
CHAdeMO
Japanese standard designed for DC fast charging, used mainly by the first Nissan Leaf, Mitsubishi or Kia Soul EV models. Although effective, this standard is losing ground in Europe, to the benefit of CCS. Disadvantage: requires a CHAdeMO-compatible charging point, which is often less widely available than CCS.
Household socket
For home charging, the traditional 2P+T socket is sufficient for low-power. The Green'Up socket (developed by Legrand) is a reinforced version that allows safer charging at 3.7 kW.
Charging time according to the type of charging point and battery
The charging time for an electric vehicle depends on a number of combined variables:
| Parameter | Impact on recharge time |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity (kWh) | The larger the capacity, the longer the charge time |
| Maximum power accepted by the vehicle (kW) | This is the limiting factor: there's no point in having a 22 kW terminal if your car is limited to 7 kW. During rapid charging, the vehicle can limit the power delivered by the terminal depending on certain factors, such as the temperature of the battery. |
| Type of charging point used | AC or DC, the actual power delivered depends on the type of terminal and the vehicle's charging management system, which can limit the power delivered by the terminal. |
| Initial state of the battery | Charging from 20% to 80% is faster than charging from 0 to 100%. |
- Citroën Ami (5.5 kWh) - on 2.3 kW domestic socket: ~2.5 hours
- Renault Zoe (52 kWh) - on 7.4 kW wallbox: ~7h
- Tesla Model 3 (75 kWh) - on 150 kW supercharger: 80% in ~30 min
- Hyundai Ioniq 5 (77 kWh) - on 350 kW charger: 80% in ~18 min
Good to know:
- The final charging percentages are slower to preserve the battery (e.g. from 80% to 100%).
- In Winter, batteries charge more slowly because of the cold.
- Some vehicles may not accept all the power settings: always check the technical data sheet.
| Type of charging | Power | Average time | Typical location | Connectors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slow | ≤ 3,7 kW | 8 to 12 h | Home | Domestic socket, Green'Up |
| Accelerated | 3,7 – 22 kW | 3 to 6 h | Car park, business | Type 2 |
| Fast | ≥ 50 kW | 30 – 60 min | Supermarket car parks, service areas | CCS, CHAdeMO |
| Ultra-fast | ≥ 150 kW | 15 – 30 min | Motorway | CCS |
At INDIGO, the charging points deliver 7 kW of power: ideal for accelerated charging during daily parking. Thanks to clear pricing, easy access (charge card, credit card, app), and extensive compatibility with all types of vehicle, charging becomes a simple, safe and controlled gesture.
INDIGO Recharge card
To simplify access to charging in its 270 equipped car parks, INDIGO has developed a turnkey solution: the INDIGO Recharge card. This smart card makes it easy for drivers to start a charging session, with preferential rates.
Quick and easy access to over 6,000 charging points
With the INDIGO Recharge card, you can :
- Start, stop and pay a charging session by swiping the card directly at the charging point ;
- benefit from special rates, up to 30% off per charge compared to public prices ;
- avoid the session fees applied to one-off payments (€0.49 to €0.99);
- manage your consumption using the INDIGO Neo application.
Available packages
- A la carte package: no subscription required, ideal for occasional charging (€0.45/kWh).
- 100, 200 or 300 kWh packages: for light to heavy users. From €29,99 per month
- Card is free with packages - €14.99 when stand-alone.
Compatibility with other operators
INDIGO charging stations are also compatible with :
- third-party cards from other mobility operators (Chargemap, Total Energies, Alizé, Ulys, etc.),
- payment by credit card via QR code directly on the terminal