Mercedes-Benz EQC
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your EQC+−
The Mercedes-Benz EQC 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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Note: 11kW AC. DC up to 110kW. 80kWh usable.
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Charging
the Mercedes-Benz EQC.
The Mercedes-Benz EQC is a fully electric mid-size SUV, produced on the N293 platform from 2019 to 2023. It was Mercedes-Benz's first modern battery-electric passenger car for the UK market, and it carries an 80kWh usable battery with DC rapid charging support up to 110kW via CCS. AC charging uses a Type 2 inlet, and the cable you bring to a wallbox or public AC charge point is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead.
The EQC's onboard AC charger accepts up to 11kW on three phases, in line with the EQ range convention. As with most EQ models, UK home charging is practically capped at 7.4kW on a standard single-phase supply. The car was discontinued in 2023 but remains a common sight on UK roads, and its charging requirements are identical to current three-phase EQ models.
The EQC was sold as a single variant with a single 80kWh battery throughout its production run. There are no battery size variations to account 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 EQC need?
The EQC's onboard charger is rated at 11kW on three phases, but the charging decision is straightforward for most UK owners. Single-phase home supplies are the norm, and on those the AC rate is capped at 7.4kW. A 7.4kW Type 2 cable covers every home wallbox and the majority of public AC charge points, squeezing out the full speed available on a single-phase connection.
A 22kW cable becomes useful if you have a three-phase supply at home or make regular use of 22kW public AC charge points. On a three-phase connection the EQC can pull its full 11kW. On a single-phase supply the 22kW cable makes no practical difference to charging speed. For most used EQC owners buying a cable today, a good quality 7.4kW lead is the sensible, no-compromise choice.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 80kWh battery from empty costs around £6 on an off-peak EV tariff at roughly 7.5p per kWh, or around £21.60 at a standard domestic rate of roughly 27p per kWh. Overnight charging on a dedicated EV tariff keeps running costs manageable for a vehicle of this battery size. Public DC rapid charging is typically much dearer per kWh. Check current tariff rates, as they change regularly.
Also for your EQC
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
Mercedes-Benz EQC FAQs
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Contact usWhat charging cable does the Mercedes-Benz EQC need?+−
The Mercedes-Benz EQC 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 Mercedes-Benz EQC charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the Mercedes-Benz EQC has a three-phase onboard charger, so with a 22kW cable and a three-phase supply it can charge at up to 11kW.
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 Mercedes EQC need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC charge points. The EQC's onboard AC charger accepts up to 11kW on three phases. For a single-phase home supply a 7.4kW cable gives the full available speed. A 22kW cable only adds benefit if you have a three-phase home supply or regularly use 22kW public AC charge points.
Can the Mercedes EQC charge at 11kW at home?+−
Only if your home has a three-phase electricity supply, which is uncommon in the UK. On a standard single-phase supply, AC home charging tops out at 7.4kW regardless of wallbox or cable rating. A 22kW public AC point or three-phase home setup is needed for the EQC to draw its maximum 11kW.
How long does the Mercedes EQC take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW single-phase home wallbox, the 80kWh battery takes around 11 to 12 hours from empty, fitting an overnight charge routine. On an 11kW three-phase supply that reduces to around 7.5 hours. A standard 3-pin socket at roughly 2.3kW is impractical for regular use at around 35 hours from empty.
How fast does the EQC rapid charge on DC?+−
The EQC accepts DC rapid charging up to 110kW via CCS. In real-world conditions a 10 to 80 percent charge takes roughly 40 minutes at a compatible rapid charger. DC charging uses the charge point's own tethered cable; you do not need to provide a cable for DC rapid charging.