Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your Megane E-Tech PHEV+−
The Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV has a Type 2 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: Plug-in hybrid (pre-BEV Megane). AC only (3.7kW); no DC. 9.8kWh.
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Charging
the Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV.
The Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV is the plug-in hybrid version of the Mk4 Megane hatchback, sold in the UK between 2020 and 2022. It combines a petrol engine with a small 9.8kWh battery that can be charged from the mains, giving a modest electric-only range for shorter journeys before the petrol engine takes over. It plugs in via a Type 2 inlet, so the cable you need for home charging or a public AC point is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead.
Unlike a full BEV, this Megane cannot rapid charge on DC at all: the onboard AC charger is rated at just 3.7kW on a single phase. The small battery and low charge rate mean that even a modest home wallbox or a public seven-kilowatt AC point will have the battery replenished in a couple of hours.
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 Megane E-Tech PHEV need?
The Megane E-Tech PHEV's onboard charger is rated at 3.7kW, which is well below the 7.4kW that even a basic home wallbox or a public 7kW AC point can supply. A standard 7.4kW Type 2 cable is more than sufficient: it will deliver the full power the car's charger can accept, and the battery will be full in around two to three hours regardless.
There is no reason to choose a 22kW or 11kW three-phase cable for this car. The onboard charger cannot use the extra capacity, and there is no DC rapid port. A straightforward 7.4kW Type 2 to Type 2 cable, ideally 5m for most driveways, covers everything you need for this PHEV.
What does it cost to charge?
Filling the 9.8kWh battery from empty at an off-peak rate of around 7.5p per kWh costs less than £1. At a standard rate of around 27p per kWh it comes to around £2.50 to £3. The cost per full charge is low enough that plugging in nightly makes sense whenever convenient. Check current tariffs, as rates vary.
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Dust Cap · Type 2
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Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV FAQs
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Contact usCan the Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV charge at 22kW?+−
No, the Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV 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 charging cable does the Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable. The Megane PHEV's onboard charger is rated at 3.7kW, so a standard 7.4kW cable provides more than enough capacity. No higher-rated cable is needed, and there is no DC rapid charging on this model.
Can the Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV use rapid DC charging?+−
No. The Megane E-Tech PHEV has no DC rapid charging port. Charging is AC-only via the Type 2 inlet, and the onboard charger is limited to 3.7kW. Rapid DC charging is not available on this model regardless of the charger used.
How long does the Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV take to charge?+−
On a 7.4kW wallbox the 9.8kWh battery charges from empty in around two to three hours. Even a three-pin socket will fill it overnight, though a wallbox is more convenient for regular use. The low charge rate and small battery make this one of the quicker PHEVs to top up.
What length charging cable do I need for the Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV?+−
A 5m Type 2 cable suits most home driveways and public AC points. If your wallbox is set back from where you normally park, or the charging inlet ends up at a distance from the socket, a 7m lead gives more flexibility without being unwieldy.