Charging Stations in Curitiba Shopping Malls: Map and Speeds
The short answer
Several Curitiba shopping malls have a charger, almost always in alternating current, from 7.4 kW to 22 kW, for those who stay parked one to three hours. For fast charging, with up to 80% charge in 30 to 50 minutes, the way to go is a DC charging station. Check the status in the app before going.
Charging your electric car while you shop, have lunch or watch a movie is one of the great conveniences of electric mobility. Curitiba already has charging stations in several shopping malls. Check the complete map, charging speeds and tips to make the most of it.
Why charging at the shopping mall makes sense
The average time a Brazilian spends at a shopping mall is 1 to 3 hours. In that period, a 22 kW AC charger can add 50 to 120 km of range to your electric car — usually enough for a whole week of urban commuting. It's what's called "opportunity charging": you don't stop to charge, the car charges while you do something else. For fast charging, see Elektro Charge's charging stations in Pinhais and Boqueirão, open 24 hours.
For most EV drivers in Curitiba, the combination of home charging (overnight) + shopping-mall charging (weekly) completely eliminates the need to go to a dedicated "charging station" for daily use.
Map of charging stations in Curitiba shopping malls
Check the situation as of April 2026 for the main shopping malls with charging stations in the Curitiba region:
| Shopping mall | Neighborhood | Type | Power | Spaces |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Shopping Barigui | Santo Inácio | AC / DC | 22 kW / 60 kW | 4 |
| Shopping Pátio Batel | Batel | AC | 22 kW | 3 |
| Shopping Mueller | Centro Cívico | AC | 7.4 kW | 2 |
| Shopping Estação | Rebouças | AC | 22 kW | 2 |
| Shopping Palladium | Portão | AC | 22 kW | 3 |
| Shopping Curitiba | Centro | AC | 7.4 kW | 2 |
| Catuaí Shopping Maringá* | — | AC / DC | 22 kW / 50 kW | 4 |
| Shopping Londrina Norte* | — | AC | 22 kW | 2 |
* Included for reference for those traveling through the interior of Paraná.
Types of chargers and what to expect
AC 7.4 kW (basic Wallbox)
The most common type in shopping malls. Adds about 30-40 km of range per hour of charging. It's ideal for long visits (2-3 hours) or when you don't need much charge. Most use a Type 2 connector.
AC 22 kW (semi-fast)
Three times faster than the basic one. Adds 80-120 km per hour. In 2 hours at the mall, you can easily recover 200 km of range. It's the standard that's becoming more common in Curitiba's premium malls.
DC 50-60 kW (fast)
Still rare in malls, but present at Park Shopping Barigui and planned for others. Allows 80% charge in 30-50 minutes. It's the same type of charger as Elektro Charge in Pinhais.
For everyday use, the 22 kW AC chargers in malls are perfect. For trips or emergencies, fast DC — like Elektro Charge's — is indispensable.
Charging costs at the shopping malls
The billing models vary among malls:
- Free: some malls still offer free charging as a differentiator to attract customers with EVs. However, this practice is shrinking.
- Per kWh consumed: the fairest model. Values between R$ 0.70 and R$ 1.20/kWh for AC, and R$ 1.20 to R$ 1.60/kWh for DC.
- Per time: charged per hour of connection. Values from R$ 8 to R$ 15/hour. Downside: it penalizes those whose car has a slower onboard charger.
- Fixed fee: some charge a fixed session (e.g.: R$ 25 for 2 hours). Less common.
Savings tip
Compare the cost per kWh at the malls with the price of your energy at home. If you pay R$ 0.80/kWh at the mall and R$ 0.45/kWh at home (conventional tariff), prioritize residential overnight charging and use the mall only as a supplement.
Common problems and how to avoid them
- Spaces occupied by combustion cars: unfortunately it still happens. Report the irregularity to the mall's management. Some already fine with cameras.
- Charger out of service: check in the app before going. PlugShare and Zletric show the status in real time.
- Queue: at peak times (Saturday afternoon), the chargers may all be occupied. Arrive early or have a plan B.
- Incompatible cable: AC chargers require you to bring your own Type 2 cable. Always carry the cable in the trunk.
- Charging for time without charging: some apps charge an "idle fee" if you don't disconnect after a full charge. Set alerts on your phone.
When the shopping mall isn't enough: the fast DC option
Mall chargers are excellent for maintaining your daily charge. But there are situations where you need more:
- Before a trip (the coast, São Paulo, the interior)
- When you arrived with a very low battery
- When you're in a hurry and need a charge in 30 minutes
In these cases, a fast DC charging station like Elektro Charge makes the difference. With 60 kW of power, a CCS2 connector and 24-hour operation, it solves in half an hour what a mall AC charger would take 3-4 hours. And with the food options as a bonus, the wait turns into an experience.
The future of charging stations in shopping malls
The trend for 2026-2028 is clear: more spaces, more speed and a better experience. Malls are realizing that having charging stations attracts an audience with high purchasing power that stays longer at the establishment. Expect to see:
- Upgrade of AC chargers from 7 kW to 22 kW
- Installation of at least one fast DC per mall
- Integration of payment with the mall's app
- Spaces with electronic enforcement (cameras + automatic fine for ICE)
Need fast DC charging?
Elektro Charge in Pinhais offers 60 kW DC, CCS2, 24h — with food options while you wait.
View on Google Maps →Frequently asked questions
Which Curitiba shopping malls have a charging station?
In April 2026, the post's map lists Park Shopping Barigui (AC and DC), Shopping Pátio Batel, Shopping Mueller, Shopping Estação, Shopping Palladium and Shopping Curitiba, almost all with 7.4 kW or 22 kW AC. Confirm in the app before going, because the points change and may be out of service.
How many kilometers of range do you gain per hour at the shopping mall?
A 7.4 kW AC charger adds about 30 to 40 km of range per hour of charging. A 22 kW one, 80 to 120 km per hour: in two hours at the shopping mall you can easily recover 200 km. Most of the malls' AC chargers use a Type 2 connector.
Do I need to bring my own cable?
On AC chargers, yes: they require you to bring your own Type 2 cable, so always keep one in the trunk. Before going, check in the app whether the point is free and working, so you don't arrive with the cable and find the charger occupied.
Is charging at the shopping mall free?
Some malls still offer free charging as an attraction, but the practice is shrinking. Others charge per kWh consumed, per connection time or with a fixed fee per session. Some apps charge an idle fee if you don't disconnect the car after a full charge, so set alerts on your phone.
What problems are common at shopping mall charging stations?
Spaces occupied by combustion cars, which you can report to the mall's management; a charger out of service, which you can check on PlugShare or Zletric before going; and a queue at peak times, like Saturday afternoon. Arrive early or have a plan B.
