Citroen e-C3 Aircross
Charging cable
The e-C3 Aircross is single-phase 7.4kW as standard. If you specified the optional 11kW three-phase charger, you need the 22kW cable to use it.
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your e-C3 Aircross+−
The Citroen e-C3 Aircross 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.
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Delivery & returns+−
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Note: 44 kWh gross LFP; 11 kW AC optional; larger battery version due later
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Charging
the Citroen e-C3 Aircross.
The Citroen e-C3 Aircross is the second-generation electric version of Citroen's family-focused small SUV, launched in the UK in 2025. It uses a 44kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery and is positioned as an accessible, everyday family car rather than a long-range flagship. Charging is via a standard Type 2 inlet for AC and a CCS port for rapid DC, both of which are the established norms for UK electric cars.
For home charging or public AC points, you provide a Type 2 to Type 2 cable. The e-C3 Aircross's standard onboard AC charger accepts 7.4kW on a single phase, which matches what most UK home wallboxes deliver. An upgraded 11kW three-phase charger is noted as an option, but rapid DC charging at up to 100kW uses the charger's own tethered cable and is unrelated to the cable you carry.
The 44kWh LFP battery keeps overnight top-up times short and suits the kind of predictable daily mileage this car is built for. 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 e-C3 Aircross need?
The standard e-C3 Aircross charges at 7.4kW on a single phase, which matches exactly what a typical UK home wallbox can deliver. A 7.4kW Type 2 to Type 2 cable is therefore the right choice for the overwhelming majority of owners: it gives you the full speed available on a home installation without paying for capacity your supply cannot use. There is no practical benefit in buying a higher-rated cable for standard UK home charging.
If your car has the optional 11kW three-phase charger, those extra kilowatts only become available on a three-phase supply or at a compatible public AC point, both of which are uncommon in residential settings. On a standard UK single-phase driveway, an 11kW or 22kW-rated cable still charges at 7.4kW. Stick with 7.4kW unless you know your supply and onboard charger both support three-phase.
What does it cost to charge?
With a 44kWh battery, a full charge from empty costs roughly £3 to £3.50 on an off-peak tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, and around £12 at a standard rate of around 27p per kWh. That is among the more affordable batteries to keep topped up, and the e-C3 Aircross is genuinely cheap to run on an overnight EV tariff. Public rapid charging will cost considerably more per kWh, so use it as a top-up on longer trips rather than a routine option. Check current tariff rates before budgeting.
Also for your e-C3 Aircross
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
Citroen e-C3 Aircross FAQs
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Contact usWhat charging cable does the Citroen e-C3 Aircross need?+−
The Citroen e-C3 Aircross has a Type 2 inlet, so it needs a Type 2 to Type 2 cable for UK home and public charging. It charges on up to three-phase AC at up to 11kW.
Can the Citroen e-C3 Aircross charge at 22kW?+−
Only with the optional three-phase onboard charger. The Citroen e-C3 Aircross is single-phase 7.4kW as standard, so a 7.4kW cable delivers its full AC speed. If you specified the optional 11kW three-phase charger, choose the 22kW three-phase cable to use it.
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 cable does the Citroen e-C3 Aircross use for home charging?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable. This plugs into the car's Type 2 AC inlet and into a home wallbox or public AC charger. A 5m cable is long enough for most driveways, though a 7m lead gives more flexibility if your wallbox is positioned some distance from where you park.
Can the Citroen e-C3 Aircross charge faster than 7.4kW at home?+−
Not on a standard UK home supply. The base onboard charger handles 7.4kW single-phase. An optional 11kW three-phase charger is available, but three-phase home electricity is rare in the UK, so most owners will charge at 7.4kW regardless of which version they have.
How long does the Citroen e-C3 Aircross take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW wallbox the 44kWh battery takes around 6 hours from empty, fitting easily into an overnight charge. On a standard 3-pin socket the same job takes roughly 20 hours, making a dedicated wallbox strongly advisable for daily use.
Does the Citroen e-C3 Aircross support rapid DC charging?+−
Yes, at up to 100kW via its CCS port. Rapid DC chargers come with their own tethered cables, so you do not need to supply one. The Type 2 to Type 2 cable you carry handles AC charging only, whether at home or at a slower public AC point.