Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 e
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your CLE 300 e+−
The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 e 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.
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: Coupe only - no cabriolet PHEV; 25.4kWh; 11kW AC; 55kW DC CCS (verify standard vs optional on UK spec)
How long does it take?
Charging
the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 e.
The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 e is a two-door plug-in hybrid coupe, built on the C236 platform and introduced to the UK market in 2024. It shares its 25.4kWh battery and charging hardware with the C300e saloon, making it one of the more capable PHEV options for AC and DC charging in its class. The coupe body is the only bodystyle offered with the PHEV drivetrain. It charges via a Type 2 inlet for AC and a CCS port for DC rapid charging up to 55kW.
At home or at a public AC charge point, you bring your own Type 2 to Type 2 cable. The CLE 300 e's onboard AC charger accepts up to 11kW on a three-phase supply. Understanding whether your home has single-phase or three-phase electricity is the deciding factor when picking a cable rating, since most UK properties are limited to 7.4kW on AC regardless.
The 25.4kWh battery gives the CLE 300 e meaningful electric-only range for everyday driving, and the optional 55kW DC capability means a fast top-up is possible at public rapid chargers on longer trips. 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 CLE 300 e need?
The CLE 300 e's onboard AC charger is rated to 11kW on three phases. The majority of UK homes operate on a single-phase supply, which means AC charging at home tops out at 7.4kW irrespective of cable or wallbox rating. A 7.4kW Type 2 to Type 2 cable covers every home wallbox scenario and the bulk of public AC points, delivering the maximum speed your supply allows.
A 22kW three-phase cable earns its extra cost only if you have access to a three-phase home supply or you regularly use 22kW public AC charge points. On those connections the car will draw its full 11kW. On a standard single-phase home circuit, the higher-rated cable charges at exactly the same 7.4kW as the less expensive option, so the decision comes down to whether you genuinely need that flexibility.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 25.4kWh battery from flat costs around £1.90 at an off-peak rate of roughly 7.5p per kWh, or around £6.85 at a standard tariff of roughly 27p per kWh. Overnight charging on a dedicated EV tariff is comfortably the most economical routine for CLE 300 e owners. DC rapid charging at public sites costs considerably more per kWh and is best reserved for convenience stops rather than daily top-ups. Check current rates before planning your charging budget.
Also for your CLE 300 e
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Wottz Plug and Cable Holder
Carry Bag
Wottz Carry Bag
Dust Cap · Type 2
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Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 e FAQs
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Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat charging cable does the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 e need?+−
The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 e 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 CLE 300 e charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 e 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 CLE 300 e need for home charging?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable. A 5m lead suits the majority of driveways. The CLE 300 e draws up to 11kW on three phases, but most UK homes are single-phase, capping AC charging at 7.4kW. A 7.4kW cable handles everything a single-phase home supply offers; choose a 22kW cable only if you have three-phase at home or use 22kW public points regularly.
Can the Mercedes CLE 300 e charge at 11kW?+−
Yes, the onboard AC charger supports up to 11kW, but only when connected to a three-phase supply. Standard UK domestic supplies are single-phase, limiting AC charging to 7.4kW. On a three-phase supply or a 22kW public AC point, the CLE 300 e will charge at its full 11kW rate.
How long does the Mercedes CLE 300 e take to charge?+−
On a 7.4kW single-phase home wallbox, the 25.4kWh battery takes around 3.5 to 4 hours from empty. On a three-phase supply at 11kW, that comes down to around 2.5 hours. The CLE 300 e also supports DC rapid charging up to 55kW via CCS, which uses the charger's own tethered cable at a public rapid charge point.
Does the Mercedes CLE 300 e support rapid DC charging?+−
Yes. The CLE 300 e has a CCS port for DC rapid charging up to around 55kW. This is through the charger's own tethered cable at the rapid charge station, not a cable you bring yourself. The Type 2 to Type 2 cable you purchase is for AC charging at home wallboxes and public AC points.