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Type 2 to Type 2, 16A (5m / 10m)
A single phase British house holds every plug-in V90 to 3.7 kW, T8 Twin Engine and T6 Recharge alike. The 16A cable carries all of it for the least money.
Charging away from home too? The T6 Recharge of 2022 onwards holds a 6.4 kW charger that only wakes up on two live phases. Where a post supplies three, the three phase cable (5m / 10m) saves two hours on a full charge. The 32A single phase cannot reach it.
A plug-in Volvo V90 takes a Type 2 to Type 2 cable. Two things decide which one you want: the year, and whether you ever charge anywhere other than home. For most owners the 16A cable is the whole answer.
That is because a British house is fed by one phase, and one phase holds any V90 to 3.7 kW. It is true of the 2017 T8 Twin Engine, of the T8 Recharge that followed, and of the T6 Recharge that replaced the T8 here in 2022. On your own driveway a dearer cable finishes the battery at exactly the same minute.
Away from home the 2022 cars are different. Volvo took the battery to 18.8 kWh and fitted a 6.4 kW charger, and that charger draws two live phases rather than one. At a three phase charge point the three phase cable lets the car take all 6.4 kW, turning a five hour charge into a three hour one. It is the only cable that does, and the 32A single phase is not a cheaper route to the same thing.
Earlier V90s cannot use any of it. The 10.4 kWh and 11.6 kWh cars are capped at 3.7 kW on every supply in the world, so the 16A is genuinely all they will ever take.
The V90 has been withdrawn from sale here, which makes this a used car page in practice. Estates get used as estates, so think about where the cable has to reach with the boot open and the tailgate up before you settle on a length. The flap is on the nearside front wing, 5m suits a matching side and 10m covers everything else.
The S90 T8 and V60 have their own pages and the Volvo charging cable range covers the rest. Built to IEC 62196-2, CE certified, IP55 sealed, rated from -30C to +50C, two year warranty and free next working day UK delivery.
| Cable Type | Max Charge Rate | Empty to Full | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type 2 - 1-Phase, 16A (5m / 10m) | 3.7 kW | 5 hours | Right on any V90 at home |
| Type 2 - 1-Phase, 32A (5m / 10m) | 7.4 kW (car limited to 3.7 kW) | 5 hours | Buys nothing on this car |
| Type 2 - 3-Phase, 32A (5m / 10m) | 22 kW (car limited to 6.4 kW) | 3 hours | Two hours back at a three phase post |
| Type 2 to 3-Pin (5m / 10m) | 2.3 kW | 7 hours | Enough for a night on the plug |
Times come from Volvo's own charging figures for the 18.8 kWh battery. The 11.6 kWh T8 Recharge takes about three hours on the 16A cable and the 10.4 kWh Twin Engine about two and a half, and neither goes past 3.7 kW anywhere.
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
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable in 16A for home use, whatever the year. Every plug-in V90 is limited to 3.7 kW by a single phase house supply and the 16A carries all of that. The three phase cable is worth adding only on a 2022 or later T6 Recharge, and only if you use three phase charge points.
Not at home, where a single phase supply caps the car at 3.7 kW regardless. At a three phase charge point it will, but only on the 2022 onwards car, which has a 6.4 kW two phase charger. That drops a full charge from about five hours to about three.
Volvo withdrew the T8 from the UK and replaced it with the T6 Recharge, which from 2022 carries the 18.8 kWh battery and the 6.4 kW charger. Charging is the only part of that which affects your cable choice, and both cars use the same Type 2 inlet.
No, not for this car. It is rated 7.4 kW but the V90 takes 3.7 kW from a single phase, so it finishes at the same time as the 16A. The only reason to buy it is a fully electric second car sharing the same wallbox.
No. Those are mild hybrids with no charging socket at all, and they top up their small battery from the engine. Only a T8 Twin Engine, T8 Recharge or T6 Recharge V90 takes a charging 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 Volvo V90 | Select Type 2 to 3 pin for the Volvo V90 |
| 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 |
Only a T8 or T6 Recharge V90 plugs in. A B4, B5 or B6 is a mild hybrid with no charging port. Volvo withdrew the V90 T8 from the UK and replaced it with the T6 Recharge. Trim level makes no difference to charging.
That T6 arrived in 2022 with the 18.8 kWh battery and a 6.4 kW charger designed to pull two live phases at once. Behind a single phase house it comes back down to 3.7 kW, which is where every V90 below sits on a driveway. Buy the 16A for home. The three phase cable is the one that reaches 6.4 kW at a three phase post.
| Badge | Years | Battery | Connector | Max AC charge speed | Cable we recommend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V90 T8 Twin Engine and T8 Recharge | 2017 to 2021 | 10.4 kWh, then 11.6 kWh | Type 2 | 3.7 kW | Type 2 to Type 2, 16A |
| V90 T6 Recharge | 2022 to 2024 | 18.8 kWh | Type 2 | 6.4 kW, needs two live phases | 16A at home, three phase away |
| V90 B4, B5 and B6 mild hybrid | Any year | None | No charging port | Does not plug in | No cable needed |
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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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