Vauxhall Vivaro-e
Charging cable
The Vivaro-e 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 Vivaro-e+−
The Vauxhall Vivaro-e 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.
Specifications+−
Delivery & returns+−
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Note: Medium van. 7.4kW 1-phase (11kW option). 50kWh or 75kWh.
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Charging
the Vauxhall Vivaro-e.
The Vauxhall Vivaro-e is the earlier badging for the Vivaro Electric, used on models from 2020 before the naming was updated in 2023. It is the same mid-size electric panel van built on the Stellantis EMP2 platform, available with 50kWh or 75kWh batteries and charging through a Type 2 inlet for AC and a CCS port for rapid DC charging at up to 100kW. If you own a pre-2023 example, the charging hardware is the same as the later Vivaro Electric.
The cable for wallbox and public AC charging is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead. The onboard AC charger is 7.4kW as standard on a single phase, with an optional 11kW three-phase variant available on some configurations. DC rapid sessions at up to 100kW use the charge point's own tethered cable, not one you bring yourself.
Select your battery above. Both packs charge at the same rate; the 75kWh simply takes longer to fill and offers more range for the day's work. 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 Vivaro-e need?
Vivaro-e owners on a standard single-phase home or depot supply will find a 7.4kW Type 2 to Type 2 cable is the correct match for this van. The standard onboard charger draws exactly 7.4kW from a single-phase supply, which is what most UK wallboxes and public 7kW posts deliver. A 7.4kW cable gives the full available AC speed without any unnecessary cost.
If your Vivaro-e has the optional 11kW three-phase onboard charger and you operate from a site with three-phase power, a 22kW cable is the right choice: it allows the van to draw its maximum 11kW. On a single-phase site, the same 22kW cable charges at 7.4kW, the same as a standard cable. It is worth confirming your site's supply type before investing in the heavier cable. A 7m lead is often the most practical length for a mid-size van in a standard depot or trade bay.
What does it cost to charge?
Filling the 75kWh battery from empty costs roughly £5 to £6 on an off-peak fleet or EV tariff at around 7.5p per kWh, or around £20 at a standard rate of 27p per kWh. For the 50kWh pack, those figures drop to around £3.75 off-peak or around £13.50 at standard rates. Fleet operators running Vivaro-e vans daily should prioritise overnight depot charging on a dedicated low-rate tariff; it is significantly cheaper than using public rapid chargers for regular replenishment. Check current rates as these change over time.
Also for your Vivaro-e
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 Vivaro-e FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat charging cable does the Vauxhall Vivaro-e need?+−
The Vauxhall Vivaro-e 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 Vauxhall Vivaro-e charge at 22kW?+−
Only with the optional three-phase onboard charger. The Vauxhall Vivaro-e is single-phase 7.4kW as standard, so a 7.4kW cable delivers its full AC speed. If you specified the optional 11kW three-phase charger, choose the 22kW three-phase cable to use it.
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 Vivaro-e need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for wallbox and public AC charging. A 7.4kW cable covers the standard onboard charger at its full speed on a single-phase supply. If your van has the 11kW optional charger and your site is three-phase, a 22kW cable unlocks the higher rate. Rapid DC charging at up to 100kW uses the charge point's tethered CCS cable.
Is the Vivaro-e the same as the Vivaro Electric for charging?+−
Yes, the Vivaro-e name was used on pre-2023 models; from 2023 the same van was rebadged as Vivaro Electric. The charging hardware is the same: Type 2 AC inlet at up to 7.4kW standard (11kW optional), CCS DC port at up to 100kW. The same cable types apply to both naming variants.
How long does the Vauxhall Vivaro-e take to charge at a depot wallbox?+−
On a 7.4kW wallbox, the 50kWh battery charges in around 7 hours from empty; the 75kWh takes around 10.5 hours. With the 11kW option on a three-phase supply, those times fall to roughly 5 hours and 7.5 hours. Either battery fits comfortably into an overnight charge window, which is the norm for commercial van operators.
What cable length should I buy for the Vauxhall Vivaro-e?+−
A 7m cable is a practical default for a mid-size van, giving enough length to reach the inlet from a charge post without the lead pulling tight across a wide or deep bay. A 5m cable works if the post is directly beside the vehicle. In larger depots where posts are at the end of longer bays or positioned away from the vehicle's side, a 10m lead provides the most flexibility.