Volkswagen ID.5
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your ID.5+−
The Volkswagen ID.5 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 Volkswagen ID.5 versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every Volkswagen ID.5, because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- Volkswagen ID.5 Pure
- Volkswagen ID.5 Pro
- Volkswagen ID.5 GTX
- Volkswagen ID.5 Style
- Volkswagen ID.5 Match
Whichever ID.5 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: Coupe version of ID.4; 77kWh usable, up to ~135kW DC. 11kW AC.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Volkswagen ID.5.
The Volkswagen ID.5 is VW's SUV coupe version of the ID.4, on sale in the UK since 2022 and built on the same MEB platform. The sleeker roofline suits buyers who want a more sporting silhouette without sacrificing the interior space of the ID.4. In the UK the ID.5 uses a single 77kWh usable battery across the Pure, Pro, GTX, Style, and Match trims, with DC rapid charging of up to around 135kW. It uses a Type 2 inlet for AC and CCS for DC.
Home and public AC charging requires a Type 2 to Type 2 cable. The ID.5's onboard AC charger is rated at 11kW on three phases, which is the same spec as the ID.4. Rapid DC charging, which accounts for the car's best journey-time performance, uses the charger's own tethered cable and is independent of any cable you carry.
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 ID.5 need?
Like the ID.4 beneath its skin, the ID.5 has an 11kW three-phase onboard charger but almost all UK homes top out at 7.4kW on a single-phase supply. A 7.4kW Type 2 to Type 2 cable gives you the full speed your home wallbox is capable of and is the most cost-effective choice for everyday ownership. The ID.5's 77kWh battery takes around ten to eleven hours at 7.4kW, which fits neatly into an overnight charge started after dinner.
A 22kW three-phase cable unlocks the ID.5's full 11kW AC potential, but only at a three-phase supply or at a 22kW public AC charger. On a standard single-phase home circuit the cable choice makes no difference whatsoever to charging speed. If your typical week involves long-distance trips with en-route stops at AC chargers, the 22kW cable is a reasonable investment. For owners who charge at home overnight and use DC rapid chargers on motorway runs, a 7.4kW cable covers everything they need.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 77kWh battery from empty costs roughly £5 to £6 on an off-peak EV tariff at around 7.5p per kWh, and around £21 at a standard domestic rate of roughly 27p per kWh. An overnight charge on a dedicated EV tariff makes a tangible difference to monthly fuel bills. Public rapid charging is considerably dearer at 45p to 80p per kWh, making it a trip tool rather than a routine. Tariffs change, so check current rates.
Also for your ID.5
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
Volkswagen ID.5 FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat charging cable does the Volkswagen ID.5 need?+−
The Volkswagen ID.5 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 Volkswagen ID.5 charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the Volkswagen ID.5 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 VW ID.5 need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home and public AC charging. A 5m lead suits most driveways. On a single-phase home supply, a 7.4kW cable delivers the full available speed. A 22kW three-phase cable is only worth the extra cost if you have a three-phase home supply or regularly use 22kW public AC chargers on your routes.
How does the ID.5 charging setup differ from the ID.4?+−
For everyday charging purposes there is no difference. Both the ID.5 and ID.4 use the same Type 2 inlet, the same 11kW three-phase onboard AC charger, CCS for DC, and the same 77kWh battery in the Pro and Pro Performance variants. The ID.5's coupe body affects aerodynamics and WLTP range, but the cable and wallbox setup is identical.
How long does the VW ID.5 take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW single-phase home wallbox the 77kWh battery takes around ten to eleven hours from empty, comfortably covered overnight. On a three-phase 11kW supply that reduces to roughly seven hours. A three-pin socket is much slower at around 39 hours and is best treated as an emergency backup rather than a charging plan.
Can the VW ID.5 charge at 135kW DC?+−
Yes, up to around 135kW at a compatible rapid charger using the station's own tethered CCS cable. That allows a charge from around 10% to 80% in roughly 35 minutes. The AC cable you buy has no bearing on DC speed: DC charging is always handled by the station's cable and the car's CCS port.