V2G-Compatible Electric Vehicles: Is Your EV Ready?
Not All EVs Are Created Equal — Some Can Power Your Home
If you’re interested in using your electric vehicle as a home energy source or selling energy back to the grid, it’s important to know whether your EV is V2G-compatible. V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) requires special onboard charging technology and software, as well as a compatible bidirectional charger.
This page helps you quickly identify which EV models support V2G today, which ones are expected to support it soon, and what to look for when buying your next EV.
What Makes an EV V2G-Compatible?
For an EV to support V2G, it must:
- Use a DC fast charging standard (typically CHAdeMO or ISO 15118 with CCS)
- Allow bidirectional energy flow (via onboard inverter or software)
- Be approved by the manufacturer for V2G/grid discharge
- Work with a certified bidirectional EVSE (charger)
Currently V2G-Capable EVs (2025 U.S. Market)
| EV Model | V2G Standard | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan LEAF | CHAdeMO | Available | Most widely supported for V2G |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | CCS (ISO 15118) | Available | Requires Ford Intelligent Backup Power system |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 / 6 | CCS (ISO 15118) | Some markets | V2L supported, V2G pilot programs underway |
| Kia EV6 | CCS (ISO 15118) | Some markets | Similar to Hyundai, V2L standard |
| Lucid Air | CCS (ISO 15118) | Announced | V2X-ready architecture, updates expected |
| Volkswagen ID.4 (2025+) | CCS (ISO 15118-20) | Launching | VW has announced future V2G support |
| Rivian R1T / R1S | CCS (ISO 15118) | Beta | V2H functionality rolling out, V2G in future firmware |
Coming Soon / Under Development
- Tesla (North America): Native V2G support expected with upcoming CCS-compliant vehicles and Powerwall integration
- GM Ultium Platform: Bidirectional capabilities announced but not yet publicly deployed
- Toyota bZ4X / Subaru Solterra: V2L supported, limited V2G announcements
EVs That Do Not Support V2G (Yet)
- Most legacy Tesla models (except in select pilot programs)
- Chevy Bolt / Bolt EUV
- Older EVs without bidirectional charging support
V2L vs. V2G vs. V2H — What’s the Difference?
- V2L (Vehicle-to-Load): Powers small devices via onboard outlet (like camping gear)
- V2H (Vehicle-to-Home): Powers home circuits during outages (off-grid use)
- V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid): Sends energy back to the grid, often for financial incentive
Thinking of Buying a V2G-Compatible EV?
Use our EV Finder Tool to filter vehicles by:
- Bidirectional support
- Charging standard (CHAdeMO vs CCS)
- V2L/V2H/V2G capabilities
- Price, range, and availability
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Your EV can do more than drive. Make sure it’s ready for the energy future.