Tesla Model Y
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your Model Y+−
The Tesla Model Y 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 Y versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every Tesla Model Y, because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive
- Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
- Tesla Model Y Performance
Whichever Model Y 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: RWD LFP ~60kWh; Long Range/Performance ~75kWh usable. Up to 250kW DC.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Tesla Model Y.
The Tesla Model Y is the UK's best-selling electric car and a compact SUV available in three variants: the Rear-Wheel Drive with a lithium iron phosphate battery of around 60kWh, and the Long Range AWD and Performance, both using a larger pack of around 75kWh usable. All three charge through a Type 2 inlet for AC and a CCS port for DC. When you connect to a home wallbox or a public AC charger, the cable you bring is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead. Tesla Superchargers are DC-only and use their own tethered CCS cables.
The Model Y's onboard AC charger accepts up to 11kW on three phases. That is the upper limit on AC: a bigger cable cannot push more power through. At a standard UK single-phase home supply the ceiling drops to 7.4kW regardless of battery size or cable rating. The Long Range and Performance variants hold more energy but charge at the same AC rate as the RWD at home. Where the larger packs do differ is DC speed: the Model Y can rapid charge at up to 250kW at a compatible Supercharger or public CCS charger, and that uses the charger's own cable.
The RWD LFP battery charges from a lower base and fills faster at home. The Long Range and Performance packs offer greater range but take longer on a home wallbox. 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 Y need?
The Model Y's 11kW three-phase onboard charger is capable of more than a typical UK home supply delivers. On single-phase, 7.4kW is the home ceiling and a 7.4kW Type 2 cable covers that fully. At that rate the RWD 60kWh takes around eight hours from empty and the Long Range 75kWh takes around ten hours, both manageable overnight. A 7.4kW cable is the straightforward and cost-effective choice for most Model Y owners.
A 22kW cable is worth considering only if you have a three-phase home supply or you regularly charge at 22kW public AC points. At 11kW via a three-phase connection the Long Range charges from empty in under seven hours, a meaningful saving over the 7.4kW rate. Tesla's own DC Supercharger network provides the fastest possible top-ups on longer journeys and does not require any cable from you, so the choice of AC cable is primarily about home overnight charging.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 75kWh Long Range from empty costs around £5 to £6 on an off-peak EV tariff of roughly 7.5p per kWh, and around £20 at a standard rate of roughly 27p per kWh. The RWD 60kWh works out to around £4 to £5 off-peak and roughly £16 at standard rates. The LFP chemistry in the RWD variant is comfortable charging to 100% regularly, which many owners do overnight. On the Long Range and Performance, keeping to 80% for daily use prolongs battery health. Public DC charging costs vary widely, often 45p to 80p per kWh; Supercharging rates should be checked in the Tesla app as they vary by location.
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Tesla Model Y FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat charging cable does the Tesla Model Y need?+−
The Tesla Model Y 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 Y charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the Tesla Model Y 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 Y need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC chargers. All Model Y variants have an 11kW three-phase onboard AC charger. On a standard UK single-phase home supply a 7.4kW cable gives the full available speed. A 22kW cable only adds speed at three-phase AC chargers or on a three-phase home supply.
Can the Tesla Model Y charge at 22kW AC?+−
No. The onboard AC charger peaks at 11kW on three phases. A 22kW cable on a single-phase home charges the Model Y at 7.4kW, the same as a cheaper 7.4kW cable. At a 22kW public AC charger with a 22kW cable, the car draws 11kW. For fast charging, the Model Y is best served by Tesla Superchargers on longer runs.
How long does the Tesla Model Y take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW single-phase wallbox the RWD 60kWh takes around eight hours from empty to full, and the Long Range 75kWh around ten hours. The RWD LFP variant can routinely charge to 100%, making overnight scheduling straightforward. A three-pin plug charger is much slower and best kept as a rarely-used backup.
Do I need a different cable for a Tesla Supercharger?+−
No. Superchargers are DC-only and come with their own tethered CCS cable that plugs directly into the Model Y's CCS port. You do not bring your own cable to a Supercharger. The Type 2 to Type 2 cable you buy is for home wallboxes and public AC chargers, not for Supercharging.