Vauxhall Combo Electric
Charging cable
The Combo Electric is single-phase 7.4kW as standard. If you specified the optional 11kW three-phase charger, you need the 22kW cable to use it.
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your Combo Electric+−
The Vauxhall Combo Electric 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.
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Note: Van. 7.4kW 1-phase (11kW option). 50kWh.
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Charging
the Vauxhall Combo Electric.
The Vauxhall Combo Electric is a compact electric panel van, on sale in the UK from 2021 as part of the first generation of Stellantis-platform commercial EVs. With a 50kWh battery and a CCS port for DC rapid charging at up to 100kW, it is designed to handle urban delivery work with overnight depot or home charging as the primary routine. AC charging uses a Type 2 inlet, so the cable you bring to a wallbox or public charge point is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead.
The Combo Electric's onboard AC charger is rated at 7.4kW as standard, with an 11kW three-phase option available on some configurations. For the vast majority of fleet operators on a single-phase supply, 7.4kW is the practical ceiling and the correct cable to buy. DC rapid charging at up to 100kW is handled through the charge point's own tethered CCS cable, not a cable you purchase.
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 Combo Electric need?
For most Combo Electric operators, a 7.4kW Type 2 to Type 2 cable is the right choice. The standard onboard charger tops out at 7.4kW on a single-phase supply, which is exactly what a typical workplace or home wallbox provides. A 7.4kW cable gives the van its full AC charge rate with no waste and no unnecessary cost.
If your depot or site runs a three-phase supply and your Combo Electric was specified with the 11kW charger option, a 22kW Type 2 cable allows the van to draw its full 11kW. Without three-phase power, the cable makes no difference to speed: a 22kW lead on a single-phase circuit still delivers 7.4kW. A 5m cable works well for most standard bays; consider 7m if posts are positioned at the end of a longer bay rather than alongside the van.
What does it cost to charge?
A full charge of the 50kWh battery costs roughly £3.75 on an off-peak tariff at around 7.5p per kWh, or around £13.50 on a standard rate of 27p per kWh. For businesses running several vans, overnight charging on a dedicated fleet or off-peak tariff makes a significant difference to operating costs compared to relying on public rapid charging, which is typically much more expensive per kWh. Check current rates, as business energy tariffs vary and change frequently.
Also for your Combo Electric
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
Vauxhall Combo Electric FAQs
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questions.
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Contact usWhat charging cable does the Vauxhall Combo Electric need?+−
The Vauxhall Combo Electric 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.
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 Vauxhall Combo Electric need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for wallbox and public AC charging. The standard 7.4kW onboard charger is fully served by a 7.4kW cable, which is the right pick for most single-phase depot or home setups. If the van has the 11kW charger option and your site has a three-phase supply, a 22kW cable allows it to charge at its full rate. Rapid DC charging uses the charger's own tethered CCS cable.
Can the Vauxhall Combo Electric charge at 22kW?+−
No. Even with the 11kW optional charger, the Combo Electric cannot exceed 11kW on AC. A 22kW cable carries more capacity than the van can use. On a typical single-phase wallbox, charge speed is capped at 7.4kW regardless of cable rating. Only a three-phase supply with the 11kW charger option produces a meaningful improvement.
How long does the Vauxhall Combo Electric take to charge overnight?+−
On a 7.4kW wallbox, the 50kWh battery takes around 7 hours from empty, fitting comfortably into an overnight window. With the 11kW three-phase option, that drops to around 5 hours. A standard 3-pin socket at around 2.3kW would take over 21 hours, making it impractical for regular commercial use. A wallbox installation is strongly recommended for fleet operators.
What length cable should I buy for the Vauxhall Combo Electric?+−
A 5m cable suits most depot bays and standard parking situations where the post or wallbox is close to the side of the van. For longer bays, end-of-row charging posts, or any layout where the cable must run a greater distance to the inlet, a 7m or 10m lead provides the reach without putting tension on the connector or the socket.