Mercedes-Benz S580e
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your S580e+−
The Mercedes-Benz S580e 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: Large PHEV ~28.6kWh. AC up to 11kW, DC up to 60kW CCS.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Mercedes-Benz S580e.
The Mercedes-Benz S580e is the V8 plug-in hybrid variant of the current-generation S-Class, the V223, sold from 2020. It carries a substantially larger 28.6kWh battery than its W222 predecessor, enabling a meaningful electric-only range befitting a modern luxury saloon. The charging inlet is Type 2 for AC, with an additional CCS port for DC rapid charging up to around 60kW.
At home and at public AC charge points, the cable you supply is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead. The S580e's onboard AC charger accepts up to 11kW on three phases, which puts it above what a single-phase UK home supply can deliver. Understanding that limit is the key to buying the right cable without paying for capability you cannot actually use at home.
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 S580e need?
The S580e can draw up to 11kW on a three-phase AC supply, but almost all UK homes are single-phase, which caps the charge rate at 7.4kW whatever cable is connected. At that rate the 28.6kWh pack takes around four hours from empty, which is practical for overnight charging. For home use, a 7.4kW Type 2 cable delivers the full speed your supply can offer and is the sensible choice for most owners.
Upgrading to a 22kW three-phase cable makes sense only if you have a three-phase home supply (rare in the UK) or you regularly use 22kW public AC charge points, where the S580e will pull up to its 11kW limit. On a standard single-phase home wallbox the more expensive cable charges at identical speed to the 7.4kW option, so the extra cost buys flexibility for public charging rather than any gain at home.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 28.6kWh battery from empty costs around £2 at an off-peak tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, or roughly £7 to £8 at a standard domestic rate of around 27p per kWh. On a 7.4kW home wallbox a full charge from empty takes just under four hours, fitting comfortably overnight. Public DC rapid charging at around 50 to 60kW is faster but typically far more expensive per kWh. Check current tariff rates before budgeting.
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Mercedes-Benz S580e FAQs
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questions.
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Contact usWhat charging cable does the Mercedes-Benz S580e need?+−
The Mercedes-Benz S580e 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 S580e charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the Mercedes-Benz S580e 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 charging cable does the Mercedes S580e need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for AC charging at home or at public charge points. A 7.4kW cable covers the full home charging speed for most UK owners. Only choose a 22kW three-phase cable if you have a three-phase home supply or regularly stop at 22kW public AC points, where the S580e will draw up to its 11kW limit.
Can the S580e charge at 11kW at home?+−
Only with a three-phase home supply, which is uncommon in the UK. Most British homes have a single-phase supply, which caps AC charging at 7.4kW. At 22kW public AC points the S580e charges at up to 11kW on three phases, but at home most owners will see 7.4kW as their ceiling.
How long does the Mercedes S580e take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW wallbox the 28.6kWh battery takes a little under four hours from empty. That comfortably suits overnight charging. A 3-pin domestic socket delivers only around 2 to 3kW, adding considerable time, so a dedicated wallbox is strongly recommended for this size of battery.
Does the S580e support DC rapid charging?+−
Yes. The S580e has a CCS port supporting DC rapid charging up to around 60kW. At a 50kW public rapid charger most of the battery can be recovered in under an hour. Rapid charging uses the charger's own tethered cable, not the Type 2 to Type 2 cable you buy for home use.