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A Polestar 4 charging cable is not something most owners can assume is already in the boot. Polestar lists the AC charging cable as an optional extra rather than standard equipment, priced under single options on its UK specification page, which puts this car in a small group where sorting out a lead is the first job after delivery. The number that matters at home does not vary: every Polestar 4 draws 7.4 kW from a British domestic supply, whatever charger is fitted behind the flap.
The fitting is a Type 2 to Type 2 Charging Cable, with Type 2 for AC and CCS2 for the DC socket beside it. That holds for the fastback delivered here since August 2024, for the Rear motor and Dual motor cars the range is sold as today, for the Long range Single motor and Long range Dual motor names in use when UK orders opened in January 2024, and for the Polestar 4 SUV announced on 2 September 2026 with UK deliveries due in the final quarter of the year. One cable covers both body styles.
The onboard AC charger is where the Polestar 4 gets complicated, and it is only fair to say we cannot tell you from here which one your car carries. A 22 kW unit was standard at UK launch, was later folded into the Plus Pack, and Polestar's current configurator shows 11 kW. The SUV is quoted at 11 kW. None of that alters anything on a driveway. A domestic supply in this country carries a single phase, and one phase holds the car to 7.4 kW whether the charger is the 11 kW unit or the 22 kW one. Our 32A single-phase Type 2 to Type 2 cable passes that 7.4 kW in full, and it is the correct cable for every Polestar 4 built, regardless of date or options list.
The 11 versus 22 kW question only turns into money at a three-phase post, which in practice means a workplace, a hotel or a destination charger rather than home. A 22 kW car empties-to-full there in about 4 hours 45 mins; an 11 kW car needs about 9 hours 45 mins for the same 94 kWh. So the 32A three-phase cable is a reasonable buy if you use three-phase posts often, but check the car before you order it. The original specification sheet, or the charging screen in the Polestar app, will say which charger you have, and there is no sense paying for 22 kW capability the car cannot use.
A 16A cable is hard to justify on a battery this size. Limited to 3.7 kW it takes 28 hours 45 mins to fill a Polestar 4 from empty, more than a day and a night, and adds roughly 15 miles for each hour connected against roughly 30 on the 32A lead. A seven hour overnight rate returns about 105 miles rather than about 210. On a 94 kWh car the cheaper cable is the more expensive decision.
The Type 2 to 3-Pin cable deserves a mention here for the same reason this page opened. At 2.3 kW it returns around 9 miles an hour and would take the better part of two days to fill the pack, so it is no way to run a car of this range. It is the thing that gets a newly delivered Polestar 4 moving when the AC cable was never added to the order and the wallbox is still weeks away, and afterwards it lives in the boot for nights away where the only power on offer is a socket in a barn. Sealed to IP67, and it dials down from 12A to 6A on suspect wiring.
Elsewhere in the range, the Polestar 2 and the larger Polestar 3 each set their own AC ceiling, and the Polestar charging cable range covers all of them.
The charge flap sits on the rear nearside wing, and the Polestar 4 is a long car, a shade under 4.9 metres, which counts for more here than it would on a hatchback. Reverse it up to a house wall and the flap ends up a metre from the wallbox. Leave it nose in, which is what most people do with a car that has no rear window, and that same flap is the best part of five metres further out, plus whatever gap you leave to open the doors. That is the case where 10m stops being optional. Detached garages, gated driveways and courtyard parking are 15m and 20m territory. On build: IEC 62196 Type 2, CE certified. The Type 2 to Type 2 cable is sealed to IP55 and the Type 2 to 3-Pin to IP67, both rated for use from -30C to +50C, or +60C for the 3-pin. There is a 2 year manufacturer's warranty on all of them, with free next working day UK delivery.
Maximum onboard AC charging speed: 11 kW or 22 kW three phase depending on build, 7.4 kW on a UK home supply
| Cable Type | Max Charge Rate | Empty to Full | Range Added Per Hour | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type 2 - 1-Phase, 16A | 3.7 kW | 28 hours 45 mins | approx. 15 miles | Too slow for this battery |
| Type 2 - 1-Phase, 32A | 7.4 kW | 14 hours 15 mins | approx. 30 miles | Best Fit at home |
| Type 2 - 3-Phase, 32A | 11 kW or 22 kW (car limited) | 9 hours 45 mins at 11 kW, 4 hours 45 mins at 22 kW | approx. 45 miles at 11 kW, approx. 90 miles at 22 kW | For 22kW posts and workplaces |
| Type 2 to 3-Pin | 2.3 kW | 46 hours 15 mins | approx. 9 miles | Backup only, buy one anyway |
Hourly mileage is worked from the Rear motor's 385 mile WLTP certification and the 94 kWh usable capacity of the 100 kWh pack, which is the only battery in the UK range. The Dual motor is certified at 367 miles and the Performance Pack car at 310 miles, so on those two the 32A single-phase cable returns approximately 29 miles and approximately 24 miles an hour. The figure drops in winter and at motorway pace.
We pride ourselves on the quality of our cables. Every cable comes with a 2 year manufacturer's warranty, and the jacket will survive being driven over, though we would rather you did not make a habit of it.
Protection against pressure
Our cables are safe to use whatever the weather. Type 2 to Type 2 cables are IP55 rated, CE marked, and work from -30°C to +50°C. Type 2 to 3 pin cables are IP67 rated, CE marked and work from -30°C to +60°C.
Protection against temperature
Our cables fit any electric car or plug-in hybrid with a Type 2 inlet, including Audi, BMW, Volvo, Mini, Mercedes, Kia, Hyundai, Volkswagen, Smart and Toyota. Use our car reg checker to confirm your car.
Compatible with all Type 2 cars
Often not. Polestar lists the AC charging cable for the Polestar 4 as an optional extra rather than standard equipment, under single options on its UK specification page, so whether one is in the boot depends on how the car was ordered. Check before delivery day. If it was not ticked, a 32A single-phase Type 2 to Type 2 cable is what the car needs.
The best charging cable for a Polestar 4 at home is a 32A single-phase Type 2 to Type 2 lead. It carries the 7.4 kW a British house can supply, which is the ceiling for this car on a domestic circuit no matter which onboard charger it left the factory with, and it fills the 94 kWh battery overnight and into the following morning at 14 hours 15 mins from empty.
It depends on the individual Polestar 4. The 22 kW charger was standard when the car launched in the UK, then moved into the Plus Pack, and Polestar's current configurator lists 11 kW, with the SUV also quoted at 11 kW. The car's own specification sheet or the charging section of the Polestar app is the reliable answer. At home the distinction makes no difference, because a single-phase supply limits either version to 7.4 kW.
No, a 22 kW three-phase cable will not charge a Polestar 4 any faster on a house supply, which delivers one phase and therefore 7.4 kW at most. The three-phase lead pays for itself only at a genuine three-phase post, and how much it gains there depends on the car: about 9 hours 45 mins from empty with the 11 kW charger, about 4 hours 45 mins with the 22 kW one, against 14 hours 15 mins at home.
Yes. The Polestar 4 fastback and the Polestar 4 SUV announced in September 2026 both use a Type 2 inlet for AC charging, so a Type 2 to Type 2 cable fits either. The SUV is quoted at 11 kW AC, and on a UK home supply both body styles settle at 7.4 kW, which the 32A single-phase cable supplies in full.
Ten metres is the safe answer for a Polestar 4, because the car is nearly 4.9 metres long and the charge flap is on the rear nearside wing. Park nose in and the socket sits almost a full car length from a wallbox on the house; back it in and 5m can be plenty. Pace the actual route rather than the straight line, and choose 15m or 20m for a detached garage or a bay away from the building.
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| Type 2 to Type 2 | Type 2 to 3 pin | |
|---|---|---|
| Charges from | A home wallbox or a public charge point | Any standard UK 3 pin socket, no wallbox needed |
| Max power | 3.7 kW at 16A, 7.4 kW at 32A, 22 kW on three phase | 2.4 kW |
| Speed at home | 7.4 kW on a 32A cable. UK homes are single phase, so an 11 kW or 22 kW car still draws 7.4 kW | 2.4 kW |
| Range per hour | About 12 miles at 3.7 kW, 25 miles at 7.4 kW | About 8 miles |
| Weatherproof rating | IP55 | IP67 |
| Temperature | -30°C to +50°C | -30°C to +60°C |
| Built to | IEC 62196-2:2016 2-IIb | IEC 62752:2016 / COR1:2019 |
| Certified | CE | CE |
| Best for | Your everyday charging cable | Backup, and away from home where there is no wallbox |
| Choose this | Select Type 2 to Type 2 for the Polestar 4 | Select Type 2 to 3 pin for the Polestar 4 |
| Full range | All Type 2 to Type 2 cables | All Type 2 to 3 pin cables |
| Connector type | Type 2 to Type 2 (IEC 62196-2:2016 2-IIb, Mennekes) |
| Rated current | 16A or 32A single phase, or 32A three phase |
| Max power | 3.7 kW at 16A, 7.4 kW at 32A, 22 kW on three phase |
| Speed at home | 7.4 kW. UK homes are single phase, so an 11 kW or 22 kW car still draws 7.4 kW |
| Range per hour | About 12 miles at 3.7 kW, 25 miles at 7.4 kW |
| Slower supplies | Fine. Charging runs at the lowest limit of the car, the charge point and the cable, so a 32A cable works normally on a 16A supply |
| Voltage | AC 250V single phase, AC 400V three phase, 50Hz |
| Signal current | 2A at 30V |
| Full range | All Type 2 to Type 2 cables |
| Lengths | 5m, 10m, 15m, 20m |
| Conductors | 16A: 3 x 2.5mm² plus 2 x 0.5mm² 32A single phase: 3 x 6mm² plus 2 x 0.5mm² 32A three phase: 5 x 6mm² plus 1 x 0.5mm² |
| Insulation | XLPO |
| Sheath | TPU |
| Shell | Flame retardant thermoplastic, UL94-V0 |
| Pins | Copper alloy, silver plated |
| Colour | Black cable, green and black connectors |
| Weatherproof rating | IP55 in use |
| Temperature | -30°C to +50°C |
| Mechanical life | Over 1,000 connections |
| Impact | Survives a 1m drop and a 2 tonne vehicle driving over it |
| Plug force | Under 100N |
| Insulation resistance | Over 1,000 MΩ at DC 500V |
| Withstand voltage | 2,500V |
| Contact impedance | 0.5 mΩ maximum |
| Pin temp rise | Under 50K |
| Built to | IEC 62196-2:2016 2-IIb |
| Certified | CE |
| Connector type | Type 2 to 3 pin, BS1363 13A plug |
| Socket needed | Any standard UK 3 pin socket. No wallbox needed |
| Max power | 2.4 kW |
| Current | 6A to 13A, set on the control box |
| Voltage | 230V AC, 50Hz |
| Range per hour | About 8 miles |
| Overnight | About 100 miles in 12 hours |
| Full range | All Type 2 to 3 pin cables |
| Weatherproof rating | IP67 |
| RCD | Built in, Type B |
| Protection | Over and under voltage, overload, short circuit, earth leakage, over temperature and lightning surge |
| Built to | IEC 62752:2016 / COR1:2019 |
| Certified | CE |
| Display | OLED screen: charging time, energy used, live voltage, current and power, and lifetime total |
| Controls | Touch key, LED status light, adjustable current, delay timer |
| Box size | 200 x 90 x 52 mm |
| Weight | Up to 2.1 kg |
| Cooling | Natural air |
| Standby power | Under 0.5 W |
| Connectivity | None. No WiFi, Bluetooth, 4G or Ethernet |
| Lengths | 5m, 10m, 15m |
| Temperature | -30°C to +60°C |
| Humidity | Up to 95% |
| Max altitude | 2,000m |
| Materials | Tempered glass and PC control box |
| Colour | Black |
| In the box | Charging cable only. The premium storage carry bag is sold separately |
| Warranty | 2 year warranty |
| Delivery | Free next working day UK delivery |
| Model and years | Battery | Connector | Max AC charge speed | Cable we recommend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polestar 4 fastback, Long range Single motor and Long range Dual motor, UK orders from January 2024, deliveries from August 2024 | 94 kWh usable from a 100 kWh pack, the only battery in the UK range | Type 2 for AC, CCS2 for DC | 22 kW three phase, standard at UK launch and later folded into the Plus Pack | Type 2 to Type 2, 32A single phase |
| Polestar 4 fastback, Rear motor and Dual motor as sold today | 94 kWh usable from a 100 kWh pack | Type 2 for AC, CCS2 for DC | 11 kW, the figure shown on the current configurator | Type 2 to Type 2, 32A single phase |
| Polestar 4 SUV, announced 2 September 2026, UK deliveries due in the final quarter of the year | Capacity not quoted for this body style | Type 2 for AC | 11 kW | Type 2 to Type 2, 32A single phase |
Two things set this car apart. The AC lead is an optional extra rather than standard equipment, so a good many cars arrive with nothing in the boot to reach a wallbox with. And nobody can tell you from a distance which onboard charger sits behind your flap, given that 22 kW was fitted at launch, then moved into the Plus Pack, and 11 kW is what the configurator lists now. On a British driveway that whole argument evaporates: one phase pins any of these cars to 7.4 kW, which the 32A single-phase cable delivers in full. Only somebody who uses three-phase posts regularly needs to check the original specification sheet, or the charging screen in the app, before paying for the dearer lead.
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Cable Type:
How do I Choose?The cable connection depends on what connection type your car accepts. If you don't know, use our handy car reg checker.
Cable Length:
Sizing guideWe offer different length cables to suit your needs, whether you park next to your charger at home or at the office.
Rated Power (Charge Speed):
How do I Choose?Rated power is the fastest the cable can charge. Match it to your car and your charge point. A higher rated cable still works at every lower speed.
Accessory Add-Ons
We offer a range of products to help store and transport your charging cable. Choose from the accessories below:
A charging cable that connects electric vehicles (EVs) with a Type 2 connector to charging points is also equipped with a Type 2 socket. It supports faster charging speeds and is commonly used across Europe for EVs with this standard connection.
This cable allows electric vehicles with a Type 2 socket to charge from a standard UK 3-pin domestic outlet. It provides a slower charge but is useful for home or emergency charging when dedicated charging stations aren't available.
A cable used to extend the reach of a Type 2 charging cable. It's helpful when the existing cable is too short to connect an electric vehicle to the charging point, providing more flexibility in parking.
A fixed charging cable attached to a charging point, designed for electric vehicles with a Type 2 socket. The tethered design eliminates the need to carry a separate cable, offering convenience for regular charging at home or work.
A charging cable that connects electric vehicles with a Type 1 socket to charging points equipped with a Type 2 outlet. This allows EVs with the older Type 1 standard to use more modern charging infrastructure.
This cable enables electric vehicles with a Type 1 connector to charge from a standard UK 3-pin household outlet. It's suitable for slower charging at home when dedicated EV charging points aren't accessible.
A 5M charging cable is the shortest length that we offer. It is a great option if you can park close to the charge point and do not need much length to reach your car.
A 10M charging cable is the most popular length. It allows you to have enough flexibility whilst still being easy enough to move. This is a great option if you cannot park close to the electricity supply.
A 15M charging cable is a great choice if you need some extra flexibility, i.e. get past another car or reach the other end of a driveway. The length of the cable does not affect the charging speed.
A 20M charging cable is the longest cable that we currently offer. 20M reaches the vast majority of locations where you would want to charge your car. Always use one continuous cable. Never join two charging cables together and never charge through an extension lead, because the join is where heat builds up.
The choice if you will charge from a standard UK 3 pin socket. It runs at the most the socket can safely supply, and the control box lets you turn the current down for a slower, gentler charge overnight or on an older circuit.
A 16amp cable will be able to charge at 3.7kW. This is the cheapest product if your car's max charge speed is 3.7kW. If you have two electric cars or are looking to purchase another it might be worth considering a faster charging cable as this could limit charge speeds moving forward.
A 32amp charging cable will be able to charge at 7.4kW, which is the most a single phase UK home supply can deliver. A 32amp cable also charges at every lower speed (for example 16amp, 3.7kW), so it is the right choice if your home charge point is 7.4kW or you mostly charge at home.
A 32amp 3-phase charging cable will be able to charge at all speeds up to 22kW, so the cable never limits your charge speed at home or in public. It is also capable of charging at all lower charge speeds.
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