Volkswagen Arteon eHybrid
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your Arteon eHybrid+−
The Volkswagen Arteon eHybrid has a Type 2 inlet and a single-phase 3.6kW 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: PHEV ~3.6kW AC; ~10.4kWh usable. No DC.
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Charging
the Volkswagen Arteon eHybrid.
The Volkswagen Arteon eHybrid is a plug-in hybrid fastback and estate, built on the MQB platform and available in the UK from 2020 onwards. It combines a petrol engine with a battery of around 10.4kWh usable capacity, and charges through a Type 2 inlet using AC only: there is no DC rapid charging on this model. The cable you need for home wallboxes and public AC points is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead.
The Arteon eHybrid's onboard AC charger is rated at 3.6kW on a single phase, which is well below what most home wallboxes can deliver. That means the charger itself is the bottleneck, not the cable or the wallbox, and the 10.4kWh battery fills at 3.6kW whatever supply is available.
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 Arteon eHybrid need?
Because the Arteon eHybrid's onboard charger maxes out at 3.6kW, any Type 2 to Type 2 cable rated at 7.4kW or above will handle this car without restriction. The car simply draws what its charger can manage. A standard 7.4kW cable is the practical choice: it covers both the Arteon's modest demand and any other car you might plug in later.
There is no reason to buy a 22kW three-phase cable for this vehicle. The Arteon eHybrid cannot charge faster than 3.6kW on AC regardless of cable rating or supply type. A 5m lead suits most driveways; if your wallbox is positioned further from your typical parking spot, a 7m or 10m cable removes any stretching or strain on the connector.
What does it cost to charge?
Filling the 10.4kWh battery from empty costs well under £1 on an off-peak tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, and around £3 at a standard rate of around 27p. The small battery makes the Arteon eHybrid cheap to keep topped up if you charge regularly. Even plugging in daily at home adds only a small amount to your electricity bill. Check current rates, as tariffs change.
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Wottz Plug and Cable Holder
Carry Bag
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Dust Cap · Type 2
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Volkswagen Arteon eHybrid FAQs
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Contact usCan the Volkswagen Arteon eHybrid charge at 22kW?+−
No, the Volkswagen Arteon eHybrid has a single-phase onboard charger limited to 3.6kW, 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 Volkswagen Arteon eHybrid need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC charge points. The car's onboard charger is limited to 3.6kW, so a standard 7.4kW cable is more than adequate. There is no DC rapid charging on the Arteon eHybrid.
Can the Arteon eHybrid charge at 7.4kW or 22kW?+−
No. The onboard charger on the Arteon eHybrid is rated at 3.6kW single-phase. Even with a 7.4kW or 22kW wallbox and cable, the car will only ever draw 3.6kW. A higher-rated cable brings no speed benefit for this vehicle.
How long does the Arteon eHybrid take to charge?+−
At 3.6kW, the 10.4kWh usable battery takes roughly three hours from empty to full. A 3-pin plug charges at around 2.3kW and takes around four to five hours. Given the small battery, even slower charging is usually enough to top it up overnight or during a working day.
What length cable do I need for the Arteon eHybrid?+−
A 5m cable suits most home setups. If your wallbox is mounted at the side of a garage or further from your usual parking position, a 7m cable gives you comfortable reach. Most Arteon eHybrid owners find 5m sufficient for everyday use.