Abarth 500e
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your 500e+−
The Abarth 500e has a Type 2 inlet and a three-phase 11kW onboard charger. The 22kW cable carries its full 11kW on three-phase chargers. A 7.4kW cable would cap it. On a single-phase home wallbox both cables charge at the same 7.4kW.
Which Abarth 500e versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every Abarth 500e, because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- Abarth 500e Turismo
- Abarth 500e Scorpionissima
Whichever 500e trim you drive, it is the same cable, so you can order with confidence.
Specifications+−
Delivery & returns+−
Free tracked UK delivery on every order. Built to order in the UK and dispatched fast. 30-day no-fuss returns.
Note: Performance 500e. 11kW 3-phase; up to 85kW DC. 42kWh (37.3 usable).
How long does it take?
Charging
the Abarth 500e.
The Abarth 500e is the performance-flavoured electric version of Fiat's iconic city car, on sale in the UK from 2023. As a two-door hatchback it is one of the smallest EVs on the market, but it packs a 42kWh battery with 37.3kWh usable, connects to the grid via a Type 2 inlet for AC and a CCS port for rapid DC charging up to 85kW. Available in Turismo and Scorpionissima trims, both charge through the same connections.
When you charge at home or at a public AC point, the lead you bring is a Type 2 to Type 2 cable. The 500e's onboard AC charger is rated at 11kW across three phases, which is its ceiling whatever you plug in. Rapid DC sessions up to 85kW are handled by the charger's own tethered cable, so you do not need to carry a separate lead for those.
Estimates based on battery size and charge power. Rapid (DC) times are for a 10 to 80% charge, the way manufacturers quote them. Real-world charging varies with temperature, battery state and the charger itself.
7.4 kW or 22 kW?
Which cable does
the 500e need?
Because the 500e is a city car with a compact battery, getting it charged overnight is rarely a concern at any reasonable AC speed. Almost all UK homes run on a single-phase supply, which caps charging at 7.4kW regardless of what cable you use. For the vast majority of 500e owners, a 7.4kW Type 2 cable gives the full speed their driveway can deliver, and the small 42kWh pack is fully replenished in around five to six hours on that rate.
A 22kW-rated cable would only be useful if you have a three-phase home supply or you regularly park at three-phase 22kW public AC charge points. In either case the 500e draws up to its 11kW ceiling, not the full 22kW the cable is rated for. At home on a standard single-phase setup, the 22kW cable charges at exactly the same speed as the 7.4kW version. For most 500e owners the less expensive 7.4kW lead is all they will ever need.
A 5m cable covers most home driveways. If your wallbox is set back from your parking spot or the charging port ends up well away from the socket, a 7m lead gives extra slack without needing to reposition the car.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 42kWh battery from empty costs roughly £3 at an off-peak EV tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, or around £11 on a standard rate of around 27p per kWh. The small pack is one of the practical upsides of a city-focused car like this: even at standard rates, daily top-ups are inexpensive. Public rapid chargers typically cost 45p to 80p per kWh and are best treated as an occasional convenience rather than a routine. Check current tariffs before calculating running costs, as rates change.
Also for your 500e
Goes well with.
Plug & Cable Holder · Type 2
Wottz Plug and Cable Holder
Carry Bag
Wottz Carry Bag
Dust Cap · Type 2
Wottz Dust Cap
Abarth 500e FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat length charging cable should I get?+−
5m suits most home and public charge points. Choose 7.5m or 10m if the charge point is far from your car's charging port or you park on the far side of a bay.
What charging cable does the Abarth 500e need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC charge points. For a standard single-phase UK home supply a 7.4kW cable is the right choice: it matches the maximum speed available on a typical driveway. A 22kW cable only adds benefit at three-phase public AC points, where the 500e can pull up to 11kW.
Can the Abarth 500e charge at 22kW?+−
No. The 500e's onboard AC charger is rated at 11kW on three phases, which is its absolute ceiling. Using a 22kW cable will not push more power into the car than 11kW, and on a standard single-phase home wallbox the limit is 7.4kW regardless of what cable is connected.
How long does the Abarth 500e take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW home wallbox the 42kWh battery takes around five to six hours from empty. That comfortably fits within an overnight charge. On a standard three-pin granny charger the same fill takes roughly 14 to 15 hours, which is manageable for a small-battery car but slow for a full session.
What length cable do I need for the Abarth 500e?+−
A 5m cable suits the majority of home driveways and public charge point bays. If your wallbox is mounted at a distance from where the front or rear of the car sits, or the charging inlet falls on the far side of the car from the socket, a 7m lead avoids any awkward stretch.