Chevrolet Volt
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your Volt+−
The Chevrolet Volt has a Type 1 inlet and a single-phase 3.3kW onboard charger. A 7.4kW cable already delivers its full AC speed. The 22kW option only helps if your next car charges faster.
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: UK RHD sold 2012-2013 in small numbers (Ampera twin). TYPE 1 inlet. 3.3kW single-phase. 16-16.5kWh gross. No DC.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Chevrolet Volt.
The Chevrolet Volt Mk1 is a first-generation range-extender plug-in hybrid hatchback, sold in small numbers in the UK between 2012 and 2013 as a right-hand-drive variant. It is closely related to the Vauxhall Ampera, which was sold alongside it on the same platform. Crucially, the Volt Mk1 uses a Type 1 inlet, not Type 2. That means the cable you need is a Type 2 to Type 1 lead: the Type 2 end connects to your wallbox or public AC charge point, and the Type 1 end connects to the car.
The onboard AC charger is rated at just 3.3kW on a single phase. That is well within the capacity of any home wallbox or even a standard 3-pin socket, so charge speed is limited entirely by the car rather than by the supply. There is no DC rapid charging on this model. With a 16.5kWh battery, a full charge from empty takes around four to five hours on a wallbox.
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 Volt need?
Because the Volt Mk1 uses a Type 1 inlet, you need a Type 2 to Type 1 cable rather than the Type 2 to Type 2 lead used with modern European EVs. The Type 2 end plugs into your home wallbox or public AC post; the Type 1 end locks into the car. Make sure any cable you buy is clearly labelled Type 2 to Type 1 and is compatible with the Volt's 3.3kW charge rate.
With only 3.3kW available from the car's onboard charger, there is no benefit in seeking out a high-rated cable. Any Type 2 to Type 1 lead will deliver the maximum the car can draw. A 5m cable is practical for most home situations. Standard 3-pin to Type 1 granny cables also exist and can be useful as a backup for situations where no wallbox is available, though the rate is similarly limited by the car.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 16.5kWh battery from empty costs roughly £1 to £1.50 on an off-peak EV tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, or around £4.50 at a standard rate of around 27p per kWh. As an older range-extender vehicle, the Volt's electric running costs are modest per charge, though the slow 3.3kW rate means frequent top-ups are more time-consuming than on a modern PHEV. Check current tariffs before estimating running costs.
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Chevrolet Volt FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat charging cable does the Chevrolet Volt need?+−
The Chevrolet Volt has a Type 1 inlet, so it needs a Type 1 to Type 2 cable for UK home and public charging. It charges on single-phase AC at up to 3.3kW.
Can the Chevrolet Volt charge at 22kW?+−
No, the Chevrolet Volt has a single-phase onboard charger limited to 3.3kW, 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 Chevrolet Volt Mk1 need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 1 cable. The Volt Mk1 has a Type 1 AC inlet, so it is not compatible with Type 2 to Type 2 leads. The Type 2 end connects to your wallbox or public charge point; the Type 1 end connects to the car. This connector type was common on American and some early Japanese EVs.
How fast does the Chevrolet Volt Mk1 charge?+−
The Volt Mk1's onboard AC charger is rated at 3.3kW single-phase, which is the maximum the car will draw regardless of the supply you connect to. On a home wallbox the charge rate is 3.3kW. A higher-rated cable makes no difference. There is no DC rapid charging on this model.
How long does the Chevrolet Volt Mk1 take to charge at home?+−
At 3.3kW, filling the 16.5kWh battery from empty takes around five hours on a home wallbox. On a standard 3-pin socket the rate is similar, as the car's charger rather than the socket is the limiting factor. There is no rapid DC charging option to speed things up.
Is the Chevrolet Volt Mk1 the same as the Vauxhall Ampera?+−
They share the same platform, powertrain, and charging setup, including the Type 1 inlet and 3.3kW onboard charger. The Volt was sold in small right-hand-drive numbers in the UK from 2012 to 2013. Both models require a Type 2 to Type 1 cable for home and public AC charging.