Mercedes-Benz E350e
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your E350e+−
The Mercedes-Benz E350e has a Type 2 inlet and a single-phase 3.6kW 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+−
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Note: Type 2, 3.6kW single-phase. No DC. 6.4kWh. Replaced by E300e/E300de with 13.5kWh from 2019.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Mercedes-Benz E350e.
The Mercedes-Benz E350e is a plug-in hybrid saloon based on the W213 E-Class, sold in the UK from 2017 to 2019. It uses a 6.4kWh battery pack, which is compact by modern PHEV standards but still enough to cover typical short urban journeys on electric power alone. Charging is through a Type 2 inlet via a Type 2 to Type 2 cable, the standard connection for home wallboxes and public AC charge points. There is no DC rapid charging option on this model.
The onboard AC charger in the E350e is rated at 3.6kW, which sets an absolute ceiling on how quickly the battery can be replenished. A modern 7.4kW home wallbox will deliver only 3.6kW to the car; the extra wallbox capacity is simply unused. This generation of E-Class PHEV predates the more capable charging hardware found in the newer W214 E300e.
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 E350e need?
The E350e's 3.6kW onboard charger determines the maximum charge speed, regardless of what the cable or wallbox is rated at. A 7.4kW Type 2 cable is the sensible choice: it is compatible with every home wallbox and public AC charge point, and it delivers the full 3.6kW the car can accept. There is no benefit to using a 22kW or higher-rated cable on this vehicle.
Given the small battery and low charge rate, practical considerations such as cable length and build quality are more meaningful decisions than cable power rating. A 5m cable handles the majority of home driveways and public charge point layouts comfortably. Focus on a well-made, reliable lead that will stay in the boot without fuss.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 6.4kWh battery from empty costs roughly 50p on an off-peak tariff at around 7.5p per kWh, or around £1.70 at a standard domestic rate of around 27p per kWh. The compact battery keeps per-charge costs very low, and even at the modest 3.6kW onboard rate, a full charge takes well under two hours. Running cost calculations should factor in current tariff rates, which vary considerably.
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Mercedes-Benz E350e FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat charging cable does the Mercedes-Benz E350e need?+−
The Mercedes-Benz E350e has a Type 2 inlet, so it needs a Type 2 to Type 2 cable for UK home and public charging. It charges on single-phase AC at up to 3.6kW.
Can the Mercedes-Benz E350e charge at 22kW?+−
No, the Mercedes-Benz E350e has a single-phase onboard charger limited to 3.6kW, 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 cable does the Mercedes E350e need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable, the standard lead for modern European plug-in vehicles. The E350e's onboard charger is limited to 3.6kW, so a 7.4kW Type 2 cable is the right pick: it fits every home wallbox and public AC point and delivers the full 3.6kW the car can use. A higher-rated cable adds no charging speed benefit.
Can the Mercedes E350e W213 charge faster than 3.6kW?+−
No. The W213 E350e's onboard AC charger is rated at 3.6kW and that is the maximum it will draw from any AC source. Whether you connect to a 3.7kW, 7.4kW, or 22kW charge point, the car draws 3.6kW. The limiting factor is the onboard charger, not the cable or wallbox.
How long does the Mercedes E350e take to charge at home?+−
At the car's maximum 3.6kW AC rate, the 6.4kWh battery takes under 2 hours from empty. A standard 3-pin socket running at roughly 2.3kW extends that to around 2.5 to 3 hours. Either way, it is a short refill that suits an overnight or workplace routine with ease.
Does the Mercedes E350e have DC rapid charging?+−
No. The W213 E350e is limited to AC charging through its Type 2 inlet. There is no CCS or DC rapid charge port on this model. The W214 E300e that replaced it introduced DC charging capability alongside a much larger battery.