Ford Focus Electric
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your Focus Electric+−
The Ford Focus Electric has a Type 1 inlet and a single-phase 6.6kW 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/EU cars Type 1 (J1772); no DC rapid; very low UK volumes
How long does it take?
Charging
the Ford Focus Electric.
The Ford Focus Electric is a Mk3 hatchback EV sold in small numbers in the UK between 2013 and 2017. Unlike the vast majority of EVs on UK roads, it uses a Type 1 (J1772) inlet rather than the now-standard Type 2. This means you need a Type 2 to Type 1 cable to charge at any UK home wallbox or public AC point, rather than the more common Type 2 to Type 2 lead. The battery is 23kWh, and there is no DC rapid charging: all charging is AC only.
The onboard charger is rated at up to 6.6kW on a single-phase supply. Because UK homes are single-phase and because the car's own charger tops out below 7.4kW, a standard 7.4kW wallbox will deliver the full rate the Focus Electric can draw. There is no benefit in seeking out faster AC points or higher-rated cables for this car.
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 Focus Electric need?
The critical point for the Focus Electric is the connector type: you need a Type 2 to Type 1 cable, with the Type 2 end plugging into the wallbox or public AC point and the Type 1 (J1772) end going into the car. A standard Type 2 to Type 2 cable will not connect to this vehicle. The car's onboard charger draws up to 6.6kW, so any sensibly rated Type 2 to Type 1 cable will give you the car's full AC speed.
A 5m cable suits most home charging setups. Because the onboard charger is limited to 6.6kW and AC is the only charging method available, there is no reason to seek out a higher-rated cable. What matters most is getting the connector type right. If you are unsure whether a cable you are looking at has a Type 1 car-end, check the product listing carefully, as most modern EV cables are Type 2 to Type 2.
What does it cost to charge?
Filling the 23kWh battery from empty costs roughly £1.73 on an off-peak EV tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, or around £6 at a standard rate of around 27p per kWh. Running costs are low given the modest battery size, though the limited range means frequent charging for higher-mileage users. Check current tariffs, as rates vary.
Also for your Focus Electric
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
Ford Focus Electric FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usCan the Ford Focus Electric charge at 22kW?+−
No, the Ford Focus Electric has a single-phase onboard charger limited to 6.6kW, 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 Ford Focus Electric need?+−
The Ford Focus Electric needs a Type 2 to Type 1 cable. The Type 2 end connects to any UK home wallbox or public AC charging point; the Type 1 (J1772) end connects to the car's inlet. A standard Type 2 to Type 2 cable will not fit this vehicle. The car has no DC rapid charging capability.
Can the Ford Focus Electric charge at public rapid chargers?+−
No. The Focus Electric has no DC rapid charging port. It is AC only, limited to around 6.6kW on a single-phase supply. It will not work on DC rapid chargers or at 50kW or above public charging bays. Plan for AC charging only, at home wallboxes or public AC points with a Type 2 to Type 1 cable.
How long does the Ford Focus Electric take to charge?+−
At its maximum 6.6kW rate from a wallbox, the 23kWh battery takes around 3.5 hours from empty to full. On a standard 3-pin domestic socket, expect considerably longer, around 10 to 12 hours. There is no faster DC option available.
What length cable do I need for the Ford Focus Electric?+−
A 5m Type 2 to Type 1 cable is enough for most home setups. The Focus Electric is a standard-sized hatchback, so reach from a wall-mounted wallbox is rarely a problem at 5m. Choose 7m if your wallbox is set well back from where you park.