Renault 4 E-Tech
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your 4 E-Tech+−
The Renault 4 E-Tech 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: AmpR Small. 11kW 3-phase; up to 100kW DC. 40kWh or 52kWh.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Renault 4 E-Tech.
The Renault 4 E-Tech is a compact electric SUV launched in 2025, reviving the iconic 4 nameplate on Renault's AmpR Small platform. Two battery sizes are offered: a 40kWh entry option and a 52kWh pack for the upper trims. Both versions charge through a Type 2 inlet for AC and a CCS socket for rapid DC, with the 52kWh variant accepting up to 100kW DC. The 4 E-Tech is a purposefully practical car in the Renault tradition, designed around everyday usability rather than headline performance numbers.
AC charging at home or at public points uses a Type 2 to Type 2 cable that you supply. The 4 E-Tech's onboard charger accepts up to 11kW on three phases, which is also the rate available at many public AC destination chargers. Rapid DC charging, which is much faster, uses a fixed cable at the rapid charger itself and not a lead you carry.
Select your battery above. The 40kWh pack charges faster at home and on DC; the 52kWh pack adds range for longer trips and still fits comfortably within an overnight home charge. 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 4 E-Tech need?
The Type 2 to Type 2 cable for the 4 E-Tech is a straightforward choice for most buyers: a 5m, 7.4kW lead covers home wallboxes and the public AC points you are most likely to encounter day-to-day. The 4 E-Tech's onboard charger accepts 11kW on three phases, but on the single-phase supply wired into nearly all UK homes, the actual rate is 7.4kW. A higher-rated cable adds no extra speed in that situation.
Where a 22kW three-phase cable earns its keep is at public 22kW AC stations, which are now common in car parks, retail sites, and leisure venues. With a three-phase cable the 4 E-Tech can draw 11kW at those points rather than 7.4kW, cutting AC public charging time roughly in half. If you commute to locations with 22kW charging, the upgrade is worth pricing up. For predominantly home charging, the 7.4kW cable is the sensible default. Choose 7m over 5m if your wallbox is mounted some distance from where you park.
What does it cost to charge?
Filling the 52kWh battery from empty costs roughly £4 on an off-peak EV tariff at around 7.5p per kWh, or around £14 at a standard domestic rate of around 27p per kWh. The 40kWh option is around a quarter cheaper still per full charge. The 4 E-Tech is an inexpensive car to run at home on a decent tariff, which suits the practical character of the model. Public rapid charging at 45p to 80p per kWh changes that picture significantly, so home charging should be the priority wherever possible. Always check current tariff rates.
Also for your 4 E-Tech
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
Renault 4 E-Tech FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usCan the Renault 4 E-Tech charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the Renault 4 E-Tech 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 Renault 4 E-Tech need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable. Both the 40kWh and 52kWh versions use the same Type 2 inlet for AC charging. A 5m, 7.4kW cable suits most home wallbox setups. The car's onboard charger accepts up to 11kW on three phases, so a 22kW cable only adds speed at three-phase public AC stations.
Does the Renault 4 E-Tech charge at 22kW AC?+−
No. The 4 E-Tech's onboard charger is rated at 11kW on three phases. On a standard UK single-phase home supply the maximum is 7.4kW regardless of the cable you use. At a 22kW public AC point with a three-phase cable, the car will draw 11kW.
How long does the Renault 4 E-Tech take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW home wallbox, the 52kWh battery takes around 7 hours from near-empty to full. The 40kWh battery needs around 5.5 hours. Both fit easily into an overnight charge. A standard 3-pin socket at 2.3kW is very slow for either battery and is best reserved for emergencies.
How fast does the Renault 4 E-Tech rapid charge on DC?+−
The 52kWh version accepts up to 100kW DC and goes from 10% to 80% in around 30 minutes at a capable charger. The 40kWh version manages up to around 80kW DC and reaches 80% in a similar timeframe given the smaller pack. DC rapid charging uses the station's own tethered cable.