Audi Q3 TFSIe
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your Q3 TFSIe+−
The Audi Q3 TFSIe has a Type 2 inlet and a single-phase 3.6kW onboard charger. A 7.4kW cable already delivers its full AC speed. The 22kW option only helps if your next car charges faster.
Which Audi Q3 TFSIe versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every Audi Q3 TFSIe, because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- Audi Q3 TFSIe S Line 45
- Audi Q3 TFSIe Technik 45
- Audi Q3 TFSIe S Line Vorsprung 45
- Audi Q3 TFSIe S Line Black Edition 45
Whichever Q3 TFSIe 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: PHEV 45 TFSIe; ~3.6kW AC; ~10.4kWh usable. No DC.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Audi Q3 TFSIe.
The Audi Q3 TFSIe is a compact plug-in hybrid SUV that arrived in the UK from 2021, offered in 45 TFSIe guise across trims including S Line, Technik, S Line Vorsprung and S Line Black Edition. It pairs a 1.4-litre petrol engine with a 10.4kWh battery, giving a modest electric range for shorter trips and commutes before the petrol unit takes over.
Charging the Q3 TFSIe uses a Type 2 inlet, so the cable you carry is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead. The onboard AC charger is rated at 3.6kW, which is on the lower end even for a plug-in hybrid. There is no DC rapid charging on this model. That modest charge rate keeps charge times relatively long, but a small battery also means a full top-up from empty can be done without much fuss overnight or during a working day.
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 Q3 TFSIe need?
Because the Q3 TFSIe's onboard charger is limited to 3.6kW on a single phase, there is no benefit at all in buying a 7.4kW or 22kW cable. Whatever cable you use, the car will only ever draw 3.6kW. A Type 2 to Type 2 cable rated at 7.4kW is perfectly adequate and future-proofs you for any other EV or PHEV you might charge, but the rating of the cable itself will not change how fast this Audi charges.
For day-to-day use, a 5m Type 2 to Type 2 cable stored in the boot covers most driveways and public AC points. Because the charging rate is low, many owners also keep the supplied granny cable as a backup, but for regular home charging a wallbox with a Type 2 socket gives a tidier and more reliable connection.
What does it cost to charge?
Filling the 10.4kWh battery from empty costs roughly £1 on a cheap off-peak EV tariff at around 7.5p per kWh, or around £3 at a standard rate of around 27p per kWh. Even at a slower 3.6kW rate the battery is small enough to top up in roughly 3 hours from empty. Public AC charging is priced per kWh and varies widely, so check current rates before budgeting.
Also for your Q3 TFSIe
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
Audi Q3 TFSIe FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usCan the Audi Q3 TFSIe charge at 22kW?+−
No, the Audi Q3 TFSIe has a single-phase onboard charger limited to 3.6kW, so a 7.4kW cable already delivers its full AC speed. A 22kW cable would only benefit a future car.
What 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 Audi Q3 TFSIe need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC charging points. The Q3 TFSIe's inlet is Type 2, and the onboard charger is rated at 3.6kW on a single phase. There is no DC rapid charging on this model. A 5m lead suits most driveways; the cable rating does not affect how fast the car charges, so a standard 7.4kW Type 2 lead is fine.
Can the Audi Q3 TFSIe charge faster than 3.6kW?+−
No. The onboard charger is limited to 3.6kW on a single phase, and that is the maximum regardless of what cable or charger you connect to. A 7.4kW wallbox will still only deliver 3.6kW to the car. There is also no DC rapid charging port on the Q3 TFSIe.
How long does the Audi Q3 TFSIe take to charge at home?+−
From empty, the 10.4kWh battery takes roughly 3 hours on a wallbox or domestic socket at 3.6kW. Because the battery is small, even a standard 3-pin granny socket at around 2.3kW will fill it in around 4 to 5 hours, making it a practical backup. Overnight charging covers any top-up needed with time to spare.
What length cable do I need for the Audi Q3 TFSIe?+−
A 5m Type 2 to Type 2 cable handles most driveways and on-street chargers comfortably. If your wallbox is some distance from your usual parking spot or you charge at a range of different locations, a 7m lead gives extra reach without becoming awkward to store. Longer than 10m is rarely needed for a compact SUV of this size.