In 2025 in Singapore, 45% of new car registrations were for electric vehicles (EVs), a new record high. This record is set to be broken this year, as EVs now account for 55% of all new car registrations in January 2026. Central to this has been the government’s push for EV adoption since 2020, which includes making EV charging infrastructure in Singapore available, reliable and affordable. Here’s what drivers need to know about the cost of EV charging across different providers, charger types, and pricing models.
The EV Charging Landscape in Singapore
Under the Singapore Green Plan 2030, the government aims to deploy 60,000 charging points by 2030. This number consists of 40,000 in public car parks and 20,000 in private premises. The goal is for every HDB town to be “EV-ready”, with over 1,600 HDB carparks now equipped with chargers. Commercial buildings such as malls and offices have also added charging facilities to attract tenants and shoppers.
| Type Of Charger | Typical Power Output | Price Range |
| AC (Slow charging) | 7.4 – 22kW | $0.58 -$0.74 / kWh |
| DC (Fast charging) | 50 – 120kW | $0.75 – $0.82 / kWh |
The charging network is supported by a mix of public and private operators, each offering different charger types, pricing models, and value-added services. EVs in Singapore are fitted with two types of charging inlets (Type 2 and CCS 2), which are found at all public chargers. The main charger types are:
- AC Charging (Slow): Typically 7.4 to 22 kW, suitable for overnight or long-stay parking.
- DC Charging (Fast): 50 to 120 kW, suitable for urgent top-ups in 30–60 minutes.
Most public charging is billed per kWh, though some providers charge “idle fees” to discourage “charger hogging”.
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#1 SP Mobility
As part of SP Group, SP Mobility has over 3,300 charging points at 800+ locations, including HDB carparks, shopping malls, and commercial buildings.
It has both AC and DC charger types, with the SP Group mobile app indicating all available charging points and their power output. You can filter by charger type and charging power.
Pricing does vary according to the location, but in general, AC slow charging ranges from $0.58 to $0.74 per kWh, and DC fast charging ranges from $0.75 to $0.82 per kWh.
Idle fees have been charged since 1 December 2023, though only on the more popular EV charger locations. The SP app will indicate which chargers include idle fees. Idle fees are charged at $0.50 per minute, up to a maximum cap of $40 per session. It starts after a 30-minute grace period once the charging session ends.
SP Mobility offers one of the most extensive and reliable public charging networks in Singapore, with transparent per kWh pricing and a robust mobile app. It has regular promotions, such as discounts at certain shopping malls and bonus cashback for certain credit cards.
#2 Charge+
Charge+ boasts one of the most comprehensive networks of charging points, with 4,000 charging points in HDB estates and over 1,300 charging points across 300 condos in Singapore. They also have charging points in commercial and industrial buildings.
While the Charge+ mobile app does list all the available charging stations around you, it only allows you to filter according to connector type and power rating.
As with other EV charging providers, pricing can vary depending on location. In general, AC slow charging rates are at $0.63 per kWh and DC fast charging rates are at $0.73 per kWh.
Charge+ also offers unbeatable deals to owners of several brands of vehicles. BMW buyers from Performance Motors enjoy 36 months of free charging credits, while Mercedes-Benz buyers from Jardine Cycle & Carriage enjoy up to 18 months of free charging credits.
#3 Shell Recharge
Shell Recharge is Shell’s EV charging station, found at half of Shell service stations in Singapore, as well as shopping malls like Suntec City, and even condominiums. The Shell Recharge service stations offer on-the-go charging to customers via DC charging and AC charging. The Shell Recharge Asia mobile app will show all nearby available locations.
Pricing varies according to location. In general, DC fast charging is $0.83 per kWh and AC slow charging is at $0.74 per kWh.
Shell Recharge introduced idle fees on 1 September 2025 to deter hogging and reduce waiting times for EV drivers. These are only for selected locations, where high congestion and significant idling have been observed. Idle fees are charged at $0.50 per minute, up to a maximum cap of $40 per session. They start after a 15-minute grace period at Shell stations, and a 30-minute grace period at all other chargers. There are no idle fees currently charged at HDB car parks and condominiums.
Shell Recharge has several key partnerships with BMW, Porsche and BYD. For example, new BMW EV owners can enjoy up to 3 years of free charging (up to 10,000 kWh), while BYD owners enjoy a 25% discount on Shell Recharge charging rates.
#4 CDG ENGIE
ComfortDelGro ENGIE has over 2,000 charging points in Singapore. It’s mainly focused on the West and North regions, although there is a substantial number in the Central region. The CDG ENGIE mobile app will list all nearby available stations, allowing you to filter by AC and DC chargers as well as charging power.
Pricing varies according to location. In general, DC fast charging is $0.74 per kWh and AC slow charging is $0.67 per kWh.
Choosing The Right EV Charging Solutions Provider
Singapore’s EV charging ecosystem is robust and competitive. While public charging costs can vary by provider, charger type, and location, it is ultimately a matter of convenience and preference. Fortunately, many mobile apps provide transparent information and reliability, allowing users to make choices quickly.
For the most up-to-date rates and promotions, always consult the apps first.
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