Volkswagen e-Crafter
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your e-Crafter+−
The Volkswagen e-Crafter has a Type 2 inlet and a single-phase 7.2kW onboard charger. A 7.4kW cable already delivers its full AC speed. The 22kW option only helps if your next car charges faster.
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: 35.8kWh; 7.2kW AC; CCS limited to ~40kW; very limited UK availability
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Charging
the Volkswagen e-Crafter.
The Volkswagen e-Crafter is a fully electric panel van based on the first-generation Crafter, sold in the UK between 2018 and 2022. With a 35.8kWh battery and a commercial vehicle duty cycle, it was designed primarily for urban deliveries and depot-based operations. It charges through a Type 2 inlet for AC and a CCS port for DC, and the cable you bring for AC charging at depot or public points is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead.
The e-Crafter's onboard AC charger is rated at 7.2kW single-phase, and it can accept DC charging at up to around 40kW via its CCS port. DC rapid chargers supply their own tethered cable, so the portable lead you buy covers AC charging only. For fleet operators, a dedicated wallbox with a 7.4kW or 7.2kW output makes the most sense for overnight depot charging.
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 e-Crafter need?
The e-Crafter's onboard AC charger tops out at 7.2kW single-phase, which is just below the 7.4kW that most home and commercial wallboxes deliver. In practice the difference is negligible, and a 7.4kW single-phase Type 2 cable is the right match: it works with any standard wallbox and the car simply draws whatever it can up to its 7.2kW limit. There is no benefit in choosing a 22kW cable for this van.
A 22kW three-phase cable cannot help the e-Crafter charge any faster. The single-phase onboard charger has no ability to accept three-phase power, so the van stays at 7.2kW regardless. For depot operators running multiple vehicles, a bank of 7.4kW single-phase wallboxes with 5m to 7m cables gives the most practical coverage without paying for cable capacity the van cannot use.
What does it cost to charge?
Filling the 35.8kWh battery from empty costs roughly £2.70 on an off-peak tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, or around £9.70 at a standard rate of around 27p per kWh. Commercial vehicle operators typically charge overnight on economy tariffs or dedicated commercial EV rates, which can bring per-charge costs down further. Check current business energy tariffs, as rates vary.
Also for your e-Crafter
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 e-Crafter FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat 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 e-Crafter need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable rated for single-phase use. The e-Crafter's onboard AC charger accepts up to 7.2kW single-phase, so a 7.4kW cable is the right match. A 22kW three-phase cable offers no advantage, since the van cannot accept three-phase AC power.
Can the Volkswagen e-Crafter charge at 22kW?+−
No. The onboard AC charger is single-phase only, rated at 7.2kW. Even on a three-phase wallbox or with a 22kW cable, the van draws no more than 7.2kW. DC charging is available at up to around 40kW via CCS, using the rapid charger's own tethered cable.
How long does the Volkswagen e-Crafter take to charge at a depot wallbox?+−
On a 7.4kW wallbox, the 35.8kWh battery takes around five hours from empty. That makes an overnight charge at a depot straightforward, with the van ready by morning. On a standard 3-pin socket, charging from empty would take over ten hours, so a dedicated wallbox is strongly recommended for regular use.
Does the Volkswagen e-Crafter have DC rapid charging?+−
Yes. The e-Crafter has a CCS port and can accept DC charging at up to around 40kW. This is useful for top-ups during the day, though for a 35.8kWh battery even a 40kW DC charger takes under an hour from very low. DC chargers supply their own tethered cable, so no extra purchase is needed for rapid charging.