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Volkswagen publishes two different AC charging figures for the ID.7 and both of them are correct, which is why owners get conflicting answers. Every UK ID.7 has an 11 kW three phase onboard charger as standard, on the Pro, the Pro S and the GTX, in saloon and Tourer form, in every model year. VW's own Tourer press pack also prints 7.2 kW single phase, and that is not a second, slower charger. It is the same unit measured on one phase, which is what a British house provides. So the car is an 11 kW car that behaves as a 7.2 kW car on your driveway.
The ID.7 takes a Type 2 to Type 2 Charging Cable, and it has a combined CCS socket where the Type 2 section sits on top and the two DC pins sit below, so a Type 2 cable engages only the upper part. That is normal and it is why the aperture looks larger than the plug.
Order the 32A single phase lead for home. One phase is what a domestic supply carries, and it delivers around 7.4 kW, which is everything the ID.7 can take there. The 32A three phase cable is the one that unlocks the full 11 kW, and it only does so at a workplace or a 22 kW public AC post with three genuine phases, where a 77 kWh Pro drops from 11 hours 45 minutes to 8 hours.
Avoid the 16A cable on this car. It holds the ID.7 to 3.7 kW, so an 86 kWh Pro S needs 26 hours 15 minutes instead of 13 hours 15 minutes, and the miles recovered each hour halve from 37 to 19.
Worth keeping a domestic socket lead in the boot as well. Our Type 2 to 3-Pin Charging Cable works at 2.3 kW from an ordinary 13 amp outlet, around 11 miles an hour, which will never fill a battery this size but does turn an unplanned overnight stop into eighty or ninety miles. Our guide sets out what a household socket returns.
The rest of the ID range has its own figures and its own pages, including the Volkswagen ID.4 charging cable, the Volkswagen ID.3 charging cable and the Volkswagen ID. Buzz charging cable. Do not assume they match, because the smaller ID.3 and ID.4 batteries are where VW's genuinely single phase 7.2 kW charger lives. Everything is listed in Volkswagen EV charging cables. For what the sealing figures below keep out, read our guide to IP ratings.
Every lead here is manufactured to IEC 62196 Type 2 with CE certification and works from -30C to +50C, or +60C for the 3-pin. Type 2 to Type 2 cables are sealed to IP55 and the Type 2 to 3-Pin to IP67. A 2 year manufacturer's warranty applies throughout, and UK delivery is free on the next working day.
Maximum onboard AC charging speed: 11 kW, three phase
| Cable Type | Max Charge Rate | Empty to Full | Range Added Per Hour | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type 2 - 1-Phase, 16A (5m / 10m) | 3.7 kW | 23 hours 30 mins | approx. 18 miles | Too slow for this battery |
| Type 2 - 1-Phase, 32A (5m / 10m) | 7.4 kW | 11 hours 45 mins | approx. 37 miles | Best Fit at home |
| Type 2 - 3-Phase, 32A (5m / 10m) | 11 kW (car limited) | 8 hours | approx. 54 miles | For 22kW posts and workplaces |
| Type 2 to 3-Pin (5m / 10m) | 2.3 kW | 37 hours 45 mins | approx. 11 miles | Ideal backup |
The ID.7 Tourer Pro carries the same battery and charger and is rated at 371 miles, so its times match and its recovery figures sit a mile lower.
Maximum onboard AC charging speed: 11 kW, three phase
| Cable Type | Max Charge Rate | Empty to Full | Range Added Per Hour | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type 2 - 1-Phase, 16A (5m / 10m) | 3.7 kW | 26 hours 15 mins | approx. 19 miles | Too slow for this battery |
| Type 2 - 1-Phase, 32A (5m / 10m) | 7.4 kW | 13 hours 15 mins | approx. 37 miles | Best Fit at home |
| Type 2 - 3-Phase, 32A (5m / 10m) | 11 kW (car limited) | 8 hours 45 mins | approx. 56 miles | For 22kW posts and workplaces |
| Type 2 to 3-Pin (5m / 10m) | 2.3 kW | 42 hours 15 mins | approx. 12 miles | Ideal backup |
The Tourer Pro S is rated at 422 miles on the same battery, so the times are identical.
Maximum onboard AC charging speed: 11 kW, three phase
| Cable Type | Max Charge Rate | Empty to Full | Range Added Per Hour | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type 2 - 1-Phase, 16A (5m / 10m) | 3.7 kW | 26 hours 15 mins | approx. 16 miles | Too slow for this battery |
| Type 2 - 1-Phase, 32A (5m / 10m) | 7.4 kW | 13 hours 15 mins | approx. 31 miles | Best Fit at home |
| Type 2 - 3-Phase, 32A (5m / 10m) | 11 kW (car limited) | 8 hours 45 mins | approx. 47 miles | For 22kW posts and workplaces |
| Type 2 to 3-Pin (5m / 10m) | 2.3 kW | 42 hours 15 mins | approx. 10 miles | Ideal backup |
VW's own UK Tourer press pack lists the GTX at 77 kWh, which contradicts its product pages, its international press pack and its range figures. The 86 kWh above is the correct one. Note also that the 32A single phase row uses 7.4 kW, the figure a British supply delivers, while VW quotes 7.2 kW from the car's side, a difference of about fifteen minutes on a full charge. A cold week or a run of motorway miles will cost more than that.
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
For charging at home, the 32A single phase Type 2 to Type 2 Charging Cable is the one to order. A Volkswagen ID.7 carries an 11 kW three phase charger, but a British house supplies one phase, so the car draws about 7.4 kW on a domestic wallbox and this lead carries all of it.
Both, and they describe the same car. Volkswagen fits an 11 kW three phase onboard charger to every UK ID.7, and its own literature also quotes 7.2 kW because that is what the charger delivers on a single phase. Since almost every British home is single phase, 7.2 kW is the figure you will actually see on a driveway.
No. Every ID.7 trim and both bodystyles have the same 11 kW unit, and it was never an option to be ticked. The genuinely single phase 7.2 kW charger that some people remember belongs to smaller-battery versions of the ID.3 and ID.4, not to the ID.7.
Around 11 hours 45 minutes from empty for the 77 kWh Pro on a 32A cable, and 13 hours 15 minutes for the 86 kWh Pro S and GTX. These are big batteries, so most owners top up overnight rather than fill, and seven hours on a night tariff is worth roughly 260 miles on the Pro S.
The charging flap is on the offside rear quarter and the car is 4.96 metres long, saloon and Tourer alike, which is the least convenient combination there is. A 5m lead only works if you reverse onto the drive with the wallbox behind the car on the driver's side. For nose-in parking, a kerbside post, or a unit mounted near the house, order the 10m.
Yes. The Volkswagen ID.7 uses a combined CCS inlet, where the round Type 2 section sits above two larger DC pins. A Type 2 to Type 2 cable plugs into the upper section only, and the lower pins are used solely by rapid chargers, which bring their own cable.
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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 Volkswagen ID7 | Select Type 2 to 3 pin for the Volkswagen ID7 |
| 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 |
Every ID.7 is fully electric and every one accepts 11 kW on AC, so one cable covers the whole range including the Tourer estate and the GTX. In the UK the ID.7 is sold as a Fastback and a Tourer, not a hatchback or saloon. Trim level makes no difference to charging.
| Badge | Years | Battery | Connector | Max AC charge speed | Cable we recommend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ID.7 Pro Match Fastback | 2024 onwards | 77 kWh usable | Type 2 | 11 kW | Type 2 to Type 2, 32A |
| ID.7 Pro S Match Fastback | 2024 onwards | 86 kWh usable (91 gross) | Type 2 | 11 kW | Type 2 to Type 2, 32A |
| ID.7 Tourer Pro Match | 2024 onwards | 77 kWh usable | Type 2 | 11 kW | Type 2 to Type 2, 32A |
| ID.7 Tourer Pro S Match | 2024 onwards | 86 kWh usable (91 gross) | Type 2 | 11 kW | Type 2 to Type 2, 32A |
| ID.7 Tourer GTX Plus 4MOTION | 2024 onwards | 77 kWh usable | Type 2 | 11 kW | Type 2 to Type 2, 32A |
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Use our car reg compatibility checker to make sure your getting the right charger for you vehicle.
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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