Renault Kangoo Z.E.
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your Kangoo Z.E.+−
The Renault Kangoo Z.E. has a Type 1 inlet and a single-phase 3.7kW onboard charger. A 7.4kW cable already delivers its full AC speed. The 22kW option only helps if your next car charges faster.
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Note: TYPE 1 INLET - slow AC only at 3.7kW single-phase; no DC capability at all
How long does it take?
Charging
the Renault Kangoo Z.E..
The Renault Kangoo Z.E. Gen1 is an early all-electric compact van from 2011 to 2017. It carries a 22kWh battery and charges exclusively via AC at 3.7kW on a single phase. There is no DC rapid charging capability on this generation. A key detail for owners buying a charging cable: the Gen1 Kangoo Z.E. uses a Type 1 inlet, not the Type 2 socket fitted to most modern electric vehicles.
Because of the Type 1 inlet, the cable you need is a Type 2 to Type 1 lead: the Type 2 plug connects to the wallbox or public AC charger, and the Type 1 connector locks into the van's socket. The slow 3.7kW charging rate means the 22kWh battery takes around six hours from empty, so plugging in at the end of a working day or overnight is the normal routine.
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 Kangoo Z.E. need?
The Kangoo Z.E. Gen1 requires a Type 2 to Type 1 cable, as the van uses a Type 1 inlet rather than the Type 2 connector standard on modern EVs. The car's maximum AC rate is 3.7kW single-phase, so a standard Type 2 to Type 1 cable rated for that current handles every charging situation this van will encounter. There is no case for a higher-rated cable on this generation.
A 5m cable is suitable for most home and workplace setups. For a van that may be parked with its side or rear away from a wallbox, a 7m lead gives more flexibility in positioning. The Type 1 connector should be plugged in squarely and gently locked into place rather than forced, as the older socket design is less robust than a Type 2.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 22kWh battery from empty costs roughly £1.65 on an off-peak EV tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, or around £6 at a standard rate of around 27p per kWh. The 3.7kW charging rate makes the cost of electricity per charge relatively low, but the time to charge is long. An overnight off-peak session is the most economical approach. Check current tariff rates.
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Renault Kangoo Z.E. FAQs
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Contact usWhat charging cable does the Renault Kangoo Z.E. need?+−
The Renault Kangoo Z.E. has a Type 1 inlet, so it needs a Type 1 to Type 2 cable for UK home and public charging. It charges on single-phase AC at up to 3.7kW.
Can the Renault Kangoo Z.E. charge at 22kW?+−
No, the Renault Kangoo Z.E. has a single-phase onboard charger limited to 3.7kW, 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 Renault Kangoo Z.E. Gen1 need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 1 cable. The Gen1 Kangoo Z.E. uses a Type 1 inlet and charges on AC only at 3.7kW. It does not support DC rapid charging. You need the Type 2 end to connect to the wallbox or public charger, and the Type 1 end to connect to the van.
Can the Renault Kangoo Z.E. Gen1 use a rapid charger?+−
No. The Gen1 Kangoo Z.E. has no DC rapid charging capability. It can only charge via the Type 1 AC inlet at up to 3.7kW single-phase. Even at a rapid charger location you would need to use the AC connection and the speed would still be limited to 3.7kW.
How long does the Kangoo Z.E. Gen1 take to charge?+−
At 3.7kW the 22kWh battery takes roughly six hours from empty. On a standard 3-pin socket at around 2.3kW that extends to nine or ten hours. Overnight charging from a home wallbox or a dedicated socket is the practical day-to-day approach.
What length cable do I need for the Kangoo Z.E. Gen1?+−
A 5m Type 2 to Type 1 cable suits most home and light commercial setups. If the van is parked at a distance from the charger, or it needs to be connected from the side rather than the front, a 7m lead avoids any strain on the Type 1 connector.