Overview
The Evnex E2 Flex is a New Zealand-made 7.2kW smart home EVSE designed for reliable everyday charging from the grid, with the option to unlock solar charging later if your needs change.
It is a great entry point into the Evnex range, giving you smart scheduling, home overload protection, app control, a 5m attached Type 2 charging cable, and the reassurance of local Evnex support.
If you do not have solar yet, or you simply want a clean, smart, NZ-made home EVSE without paying for features you may not need today, the E2 Flex is a very sensible option.
Best for
- Homes wanting a New Zealand-made single-phase EVSE
- Drivers who mainly charge from the grid
- Customers who may want to add solar charging later
- Everyday home charging with app control and smart scheduling
- Drivers who prefer an attached Type 2 cable ready to plug in
- Customers wanting local Evnex support and a strong warranty
Compatibility
Connection type: Attached Type 2 charging cable
The E2 Flex is designed for Type 2 electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. This includes most NZ-new, UK-import, European, Korean, Chinese, and modern EVs fitted with a Type 2 AC charge port.
Common Type 2 vehicles in New Zealand include Tesla Model 3/Y, BYD Atto 3/Dolphin/Seal, MG ZS EV/MG4, Hyundai Ioniq/Kona/Ioniq 5, Kia Niro EV/EV6/EV9, Polestar 2, Volvo, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, VW, Peugeot, Renault, Mini, Ford, LDV, Toyota bZ4X, Subaru Solterra, and many other EVs and PHEVs.
This tethered Type 2 unit is best suited to vehicles with a Type 2 AC charge port. If you want to easily change between Type 2, Type 1, or Japanese-import Tesla/NACS vehicles, a socketed EVSE may be a better choice.
Why choose the E2 Flex?
- New Zealand-made: designed and built by Evnex
- Entry Evnex option: the most affordable way into the Evnex E2 home EVSE range
- Grid-first smart charging: ideal for homes without solar, or homes that do not need solar charging yet
- Solar upgrade path: solar charging can be unlocked later with a software upgrade from Evnex
- Home overload protection: adjusts charging to help prevent overloading your home supply
- Smart scheduling: set charging times to make better use of off-peak power rates
- Attached Type 2 cable: convenient daily charging without needing to plug in a separate cable
- Built-in DC leakage detection: includes EV-specific fault protection as part of the unit
Smart charging features
The E2 Flex connects to the Evnex app over Wi-Fi, allowing you to manage charging schedules, track charging sessions, and monitor energy use from your phone.
Home overload protection helps manage charging around the rest of your household power use. If other appliances are using a lot of power, the E2 Flex can reduce charging power to help protect the home supply.
The E2 Flex is designed as a grid-first EVSE. Solar charging is not included by default, but can be unlocked later through Evnex as a software upgrade. If you already have solar, or know you want solar-aware charging from day one, the E2 Core or E2 Plus may be a better fit.
Charging speed guide
On a suitable single-phase 32A supply, the E2 Flex can charge at up to 7.2kW. That is roughly 50–55km of range per hour for a typical efficient EV, or most/all of a full charge overnight for many vehicles.
Actual charging speed depends on the vehicle, installation, available supply, EVSE settings, battery state, and charging losses.
Technical specifications
- Rated power: Up to 7.2kW
- Supply: Single-phase 230V AC
- Maximum current: 32A
- Connection type: Attached Type 2 charging cable
- Cable length: 5m
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi
- Smart features: App control, scheduling, energy monitoring, and software updates
- Home overload protection: Included
- Solar: Optional software upgrade available from Evnex
- DC leakage detection: Built-in 6mA DC detection
- Warranty: 4 years residential / 3 years commercial
Choosing the right EV charging setup
The Evnex E2 Flex is a great choice if you want a New Zealand-made, tethered, single-phase home EVSE for grid charging, with smart scheduling, app control, home overload protection, and the option to unlock solar charging later.
If you already have solar, or want solar-aware charging included from day one, consider the Evnex E2 Plus. It adds built-in solar smart charging, a longer 8m cable, 4G connectivity, and a more premium Evnex setup.
If you prefer a socketed EVSE so you can change cables between Type 2, Type 1, and Japanese-import Tesla/NACS vehicles, consider the ECO Charge 7.2kW Smart OCPP EVSE or the EV Power Slimline Single Phase EVSE.
Stock and dispatch
Evnex units are shipped directly from Evnex in Auckland. Stock availability and dispatch timing are controlled by Evnex, so delivery may vary depending on their current production and stock levels. If timing is important, please get in touch before ordering and we can check the current options.
Installation
This EVSE must be installed by a registered electrician. Suitable circuit protection and installation requirements will depend on your site, switchboard, supply capacity, and how the EVSE is configured.
Why buy from Drive EV?
Drive EV specialises in electric vehicles, EV servicing, and EV charging equipment. We select products that make sense for New Zealand vehicles and real-world use, and we can help if you are unsure which EVSE is right for your vehicle, home, or power supply.
- NZ-compatible EV charging equipment
- Practical advice from EV specialists
- Local support and warranty assistance
- Real-world EV knowledge from an EV workshop