Nissan charging cables.
Get the exact charging cable for your Nissan, matched to your model and ready to charge from day one. Free UK delivery, up to a 3-year warranty and 30-day returns. Pick your model below to see its recommended cable and real charge times.
The full range
All Nissan models.
Pick your model for its recommended cable, charge times and the right length.
Charge speeds
Across the Nissan range.
Nissan spans both eras: 1 model use Type 1 and the rest use Type 2, so check your car before you buy. On-board AC charging ranges from about 6.6kW to 11kW depending on the model. A cable never charges faster than your car's on-board charger or your home supply allows, so on a standard single-phase UK home a 7.4 kW cable gives the full speed available.
Speeds are on-board AC limits. Rapid DC uses the station's own cable.
| Model | Connector | Battery | Max AC | Cable to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ariya | Type 2 | 87 kWh | 7.4 kW | Type 2 · 7.4 kW |
| Leaf | Type 2 | 75 kWh | 11 kW | Type 2 · 7.4 kW (22 kW on 3-phase) |
| Micra EV | Type 2 | 52 kWh | 11 kW | Type 2 · 7.4 kW (22 kW on 3-phase) |
| Townstar EV | Type 2 | 45 kWh | 11 kW | Type 2 · 7.4 kW (22 kW on 3-phase) |
| e-NV200 | Type 1 | 40 kWh | 6.6 kW | Type 1 → Type 2 · 7.4 kW |
Charging guide
Charging
your Nissan.
Nissan's electric range includes the long-running Leaf, the Ariya SUV, the new Micra EV, the Townstar EV van, and the older e-NV200 van. Most current Nissans use a Type 2 inlet, but there is an important exception: the original Leaf sold between 2011 and roughly 2017, along with the e-NV200, uses a Type 1 inlet. The 2018-onwards Leaf switched to Type 2. The Ariya, Micra EV and Townstar EV are all Type 2. Check which generation of Leaf or van you own before buying a cable.
AC charging speeds also vary noticeably across the range. The newest Leaf, the Micra EV and the Townstar EV have an 11kW three-phase onboard charger, while the Ariya and older Leaf are single-phase. That difference matters when deciding whether a larger cable is worth buying. Pick your model below for exact charge times and a recommended cable, or read the brand-wide guidance underneath.
What charging cable does a Nissan need?
For most Nissan owners the right cable is a Type 2 to Type 2, 5m length for most driveways. If you own the original first-generation Leaf (2011 to circa 2017) or an e-NV200, you need a Type 2 to Type 1 cable instead, as those vehicles have a Type 1 inlet. A 5m length suits most situations, with 7m or 10m worth considering for on-street parking or a wallbox that sits some distance from the car.
The newest Leaf, the Micra EV and the Townstar EV all have an 11kW three-phase onboard charger. On a standard single-phase UK home supply each of these charges at 7.4kW, so a 7.4kW cable is all you need at home. A 22kW cable only delivers extra speed on a three-phase supply or a 22kW public AC point, where these models can reach their full 11kW.
The Ariya charges at 7.4kW on a single phase, and the 2018-onwards Type 2 Leaf is also single-phase at 6.6kW. For both of these a 7.4kW cable is already at or above the car's limit, so a larger cable offers no benefit. In summary, the key decision for any Nissan owner is checking whether your car is Type 1 or Type 2 first, then a 7.4kW cable covers every model in the range.
Nissan FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your Nissan.
Contact usDo all Nissans use a Type 2 charging cable?+−
Not all of them. The original Leaf sold from 2011 to around 2017, and the e-NV200, both use a Type 1 inlet and need a Type 2 to Type 1 cable. The 2018-onwards Leaf, Ariya, Micra EV and Townstar EV all use Type 2. If you are unsure which generation Leaf you have, check the charge port shape or the registration year.
What charging cable does a Nissan Leaf need?+−
It depends on the year. The 2011-to-circa-2017 Leaf has a Type 1 inlet and needs a Type 2 to Type 1 cable. The 2018 Leaf switched to Type 2, so from that point on it takes a Type 2 to Type 2 cable. The newest 2025 Leaf has an 11kW three-phase charger but still charges at 7.4kW on a standard single-phase UK home supply.
What cable does a Nissan Ariya need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable, 5m for most driveways. The Ariya has a 7.4kW single-phase onboard charger, so a 7.4kW cable delivers the maximum AC speed on any home supply. A 22kW or 11kW cable offers no speed advantage on this car.
Can a Nissan charge at 22kW on AC?+−
No Nissan can charge at 22kW. The highest AC rate in the range is 11kW, available on the 2025 Leaf, Micra EV and Townstar EV on a three-phase supply. On a standard single-phase UK home every Nissan charges at 7.4kW or less, so a 22kW cable offers no benefit at home.
What length cable do I need for my Nissan?+−
5m works for most home driveways and public charge points. Step up to 7m or 10m if you park on the street, your wallbox is mounted far from where you park, or you need extra reach at public chargers. Longer cables cost more and are heavier, so only go longer if you genuinely need the extra reach.