Hyundai Ioniq Electric
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your Ioniq Electric+−
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric has a Type 2 inlet and a single-phase 7.2kW 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: Came with Type 2 AC. Early 28kWh 6.6kW/CCS 50kW; facelift 38.3kWh. CCS DC.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Hyundai Ioniq Electric.
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric is a first-generation all-electric hatchback produced from 2016 to 2022. Early examples use a 28kWh battery, while the 2019 facelift introduced a larger 38.3kWh pack that became the more common version on UK roads. Both charge through a Type 2 inlet for AC and a CCS port for DC rapid charging. The cable you need for home and public AC charging is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead.
The onboard AC charger on the facelift 38.3kWh model is rated at 7.2kW, single-phase. That puts it just below the 7.4kW ceiling of a standard UK home wallbox, which means a 7.4kW cable already covers everything this car can draw on AC. DC rapid charging at public CCS chargers tops out at 50kW and uses the charger's own tethered lead.
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 Ioniq Electric need?
The Ioniq Electric's onboard charger peaks at 7.2kW on a single-phase supply. A 7.4kW Type 2 cable delivers the car's full AC charging speed without any mismatch. There is no case for a three-phase 22kW cable on this car: the single-phase charger cannot draw more than 7.2kW regardless of cable rating or supply type.
Cable length comes down to where your wallbox sits relative to where you park. A 5m cable is the most common choice and works well for most driveways. If the charger is mounted at a distance from your usual spot, a 7m lead gives more reach without any effect on speed. This car's charging hardware is fixed at 7.2kW AC, so the cable choice is purely practical.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 38.3kWh battery from empty costs roughly £2.90 on an off-peak EV tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, or around £10.35 at a standard rate of around 27p per kWh. For a relatively compact battery, even standard-rate overnight charging is affordable. Plugging in every evening on a time-of-use tariff keeps running costs to a minimum. Check current tariffs, as prices change.
Also for your Ioniq 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
Hyundai Ioniq Electric FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usCan the Hyundai Ioniq Electric charge at 22kW?+−
No, the Hyundai Ioniq Electric has a single-phase onboard charger limited to 7.2kW, 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 Hyundai Ioniq Electric need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC chargers. The facelift Ioniq Electric's onboard charger accepts up to 7.2kW on single-phase supply, so a standard 7.4kW cable delivers the maximum AC speed. DC rapid charging at CCS public chargers uses a tethered cable at the charger, not one you bring.
Can the Hyundai Ioniq Electric use 22kW AC charging?+−
No. The Ioniq Electric charges on single-phase AC only, at up to 7.2kW. It is not compatible with three-phase 22kW AC chargers, and a 22kW cable would make no difference. Stick with a 7.4kW Type 2 cable, which already exceeds the car's onboard charger ceiling.
How long does the Hyundai Ioniq Electric take to charge?+−
On a 7kW home wallbox, the 38.3kWh battery takes around five to six hours from empty to full, easily covered overnight. The earlier 28kWh version is quicker at around four hours. On a 3-pin socket, expect ten to twelve hours for the larger battery. A wallbox is the sensible everyday option.
Does the Hyundai Ioniq Electric need a special cable?+−
No special cable is required. Any quality Type 2 to Type 2 cable rated at 7.4kW is the right choice for home and public AC charging. The car's inlet and charging standard are the same as most modern EVs and PHEVs sold in the UK, so the cable is widely compatible with other vehicles too.