Tesla Model 3
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your Model 3+−
The Tesla Model 3 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.
Which Tesla Model 3 versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every Tesla Model 3, because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- Tesla Model 3 RWD
- Tesla Model 3 Long Range
- Tesla Model 3 Performance
- Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD
- Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD
- Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD
Whichever Model 3 trim you drive, it is the same cable, so you can order with confidence.
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: Facelift; LFP RWD ~60kWh usable, Long Range ~75kWh. 11kW AC standard.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Tesla Model 3.
The Tesla Model 3 is a four-door electric saloon that has been on sale in the UK since 2019. The current lineup includes a Standard Range RWD with a battery of around 60kWh usable and a Long Range AWD with around 75kWh usable. Both variants charge on AC through a Type 2 inlet, making a Type 2 to Type 2 cable the lead you need for home wallboxes and public AC chargers.
For DC rapid charging the Model 3 uses Tesla's Supercharger network or third-party CCS chargers, both of which provide their own tethered cable. You do not buy a cable for rapid charging. The Model 3's onboard AC charger supports up to 11kW on three phases, so the cable choice for home charging is a question of what your supply can deliver rather than what the car can accept.
Select your battery above. The Long Range battery takes notably longer to fill on AC but offers significantly more range between DC rapid stops. 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 Model 3 need?
The Model 3's onboard AC charger supports up to 11kW on three phases. Almost all UK homes supply single-phase power, which caps home charging at 7.4kW no matter how the cable is rated. For the overwhelming majority of Model 3 owners a 7.4kW Type 2 cable is the right buy: it delivers the full speed your home wallbox can provide and costs less than a 22kW alternative.
A 22kW Type 2 cable is only worth considering if your property has a three-phase supply or you regularly use 22kW public AC chargers, which are common in some car parks and workplaces. In those cases the Model 3 charges at 11kW. On a standard single-phase home setup the 22kW cable charges at exactly the same 7.4kW as the cheaper option. A 5m cable fits most driveways comfortably.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the Long Range 75kWh battery from empty costs around £5.60 on an off-peak EV tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, or around £20 at a standard rate of around 27p. The RWD version is cheaper per charge at around £4.50 off-peak or around £16 at standard rates. Using a dedicated EV tariff overnight keeps the Model 3 inexpensive to run. Public rapid charging is much dearer, often 45p to 80p per kWh, so it is best saved for longer journeys. Check current tariffs.
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Tesla Model 3 FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat charging cable does the Tesla Model 3 need?+−
The Tesla Model 3 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 Tesla Model 3 charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the Tesla Model 3 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 cable does the Tesla Model 3 need for home charging?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC chargers. The Model 3's onboard AC charger supports up to 11kW. On a typical single-phase UK home supply a 7.4kW cable delivers the maximum 7.4kW available. Choose a 22kW rated cable only if you have a three-phase supply or use 22kW public AC points regularly.
Does the Tesla Model 3 charge faster with a 22kW cable?+−
Not at home on a standard UK supply. The Model 3 supports 11kW three-phase AC, but a single-phase home supply is capped at 7.4kW regardless of cable rating. A 22kW cable only makes a practical difference if you have a three-phase supply or use 22kW public AC chargers.
How long does the Tesla Model 3 take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW single-phase home wallbox the Long Range 75kWh version takes around 10 to 11 hours from empty. The Standard Range 60kWh RWD takes around eight hours. Both suit overnight charging. Tesla Superchargers and CCS rapid chargers use their own tethered cables and charge far more quickly.
Do I need a cable for Tesla Superchargers?+−
No. Tesla Superchargers and all public CCS DC rapid chargers have their own tethered cable, which plugs directly into the Model 3's CCS combo port. The Type 2 to Type 2 cable you buy is for AC charging only: home wallboxes and public AC chargers.