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How the Ioniq 5, EV6 & EV9 Use V2L from a NACS Port—and Why You Might Need a Special Adapter
By Shawn Rorbert August 13th, 2025 0 reviews
How the Ioniq 5, EV6 & EV9 Use V2L from a NACS Port—and Why You Might Need a Special Adapter
As of 2025, Hyundai and Kia models—including the Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, EV6, and EV9—now come equipped with the NACS charging port. While Tesla Supercharger access is now seamless, many owners are discovering that V2L functionality (the ability to power devices from the car’s outlet) isn’t quite as straightforward as before.

The Official (and Not-So-Cheap) V2L Fix
If you're in the USA and have a Hyundai with a native NACS plug, the only OEM-approved solution for enabling V2L is part number BFH68‑AK500—a NACS‑compatible V2L adapter priced around $218 USD. That’s significantly more than the old ~$60 J1772 V2L adapter, and some users have reported odd issues with it.
On Reddit, one user noted:
“I’m pretty sure the NACS V2L isn’t out yet, but you need different charging adapters on the 2025 to charge L1/2 (AC) or L3 (DCFC)... You should have both of those.” 
Another user echoed:
“The part number is BFH68‑AK500… It’s got a native NACS plug on one end and it does work.”
And if you still have the older J1772 V2L adapter, users confirm it works through the included J1772‑to‑NACS adapter—even without the official V2L dongle:
“The old V2L adapters works perfectly fine with the J1772 to NACS adapter provided with the car. Hyundai will have a version with a dedicated NACS plug on it.”


Why the Confusion? Resistance and Communication

V2L adapters rely on precise resistance values so the vehicle recognizes them as safe to power AC loads. Because NACS is not just a plug format—it's a different signaling path—the car expects a specific resistor signature on the adapter to enable discharge. That’s why the branded NACS adapter costs more than a J1772 model.

DIY or Third-Party Solutions Are Coming

Good news: several trusted EVSE brands are developing third‑party NACS V2L adapters that replicate the correct resistance and signaling, unlocking V2L functionality without needing the Hyundai OEM dongle. Pre-orders are already available, with expected shipping around July 2025.


Simplify V2L with a Universal Adapter

If you need to power your tools, cook outdoors, or run appliances from your Ioniq 5, but want a flexible solution that works globally, consider pairing the right adapters creatively. For example, you could use the J1772-to-NACS dongle and any V2L adapter that correctly emulates the required resistance.

Alternatively, for European or global users with Type 2 charger ports, we offer an 800V-ready Type 2 V2L adapter designed to work with your vehicle's onboard outlet and deliver stable power up to 3 kW:

👉 Type 2 V2L Adapter – works with Hyundai, Kia & more

This adapter follows correct resistance standards and is flexible for home, camping, or backup power usage.

Vehicle Type How V2L Works
Ioniq 5 (2025+) NACS Requires BFH68‑AK500 or compatible adapter
Ioniq 6 / EV6 / EV9 NACS Same as above
Older models (pre‑NACS) J1772 Standard V2L adapter still works via adapter

✅ What You Need

If your EV has a J1772 port, continue using the standard V2L adapter.

If your EV has a NACS port, choose:OEM BFH68‑AK500 NACS V2L adapter, orThird-party NACS V2L adapter that properly matches resistance.

Optionally, use J1772 V2L adapter + J1772‑to‑NACS dongle combo.

For global compatibility or European Type 2 charging, our Type 2 V2L adapter offers a universal solution.

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