Volkswagen Golf GTE
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your Golf GTE+−
The Volkswagen Golf GTE 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.
Which Volkswagen Golf GTE versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every Volkswagen Golf GTE, because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- Volkswagen Golf GTE Dsg
- Volkswagen Golf GTE Nav Dsg
- Volkswagen Golf GTE Advance Dsg
Whichever Golf GTE 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: PHEV, AC only ~3.6kW; ~10.6kWh usable battery. No DC rapid.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Volkswagen Golf GTE.
The Volkswagen Golf GTE is a plug-in hybrid hatchback that joined the Golf range from 2015, giving the everyday family car a petrol-electric powertrain with a usable battery of around 10.6kWh. It uses a Type 2 inlet for AC charging and relies entirely on AC: there is no DC rapid charging port on the Golf GTE. The cable you need for home wallboxes and public AC charge points is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead.
The Golf GTE's onboard AC charger is rated at 3.6kW single-phase. This is a straightforward number to plan around: the charger, not the wallbox or cable, sets the charging speed. A 7.4kW wallbox will always deliver just 3.6kW to this car, because that is all the onboard charger can accept.
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 Golf GTE need?
The 3.6kW onboard charger means any Type 2 to Type 2 cable rated at 7.4kW or above handles the Golf GTE without any limitation. You do not need a specialist cable: a standard 7.4kW lead covers this car's charging needs completely and also works with other plug-in vehicles you might charge in future.
A 22kW three-phase cable brings no benefit at all for the Golf GTE: the car simply cannot draw more than 3.6kW on AC, regardless of cable or supply. Save the higher cost for a BEV or a newer PHEV with a larger onboard charger. A 5m cable is sufficient for most home driveways; step up to 7m or 10m if your wallbox is some distance from where you park.
What does it cost to charge?
At an off-peak tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, filling the 10.6kWh battery from empty costs well under £1. At a standard rate of around 27p per kWh, the cost is around £3. The Golf GTE is economical to keep plugged in and topped up: daily home charging adds only a small amount to your electricity bill. Always check current tariff rates, as they change.
Also for your Golf GTE
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 Golf GTE FAQs
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Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat charging cable does the Volkswagen Golf GTE need?+−
The Volkswagen Golf GTE has a Type 2 inlet, so it needs a Type 2 to Type 2 cable for UK home and public charging. It charges on single-phase AC at up to 3.6kW.
Can the Volkswagen Golf GTE charge at 22kW?+−
No, the Volkswagen Golf GTE 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 VW Golf GTE need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC charge points. The onboard charger is limited to 3.6kW, so a standard 7.4kW cable is the right choice. There is no DC rapid charging on the Golf GTE, so no CCS or CHAdeMO cable is needed.
Can the Golf GTE charge faster than 3.6kW?+−
No. The onboard AC charger on the Golf GTE is rated at 3.6kW single-phase. A more powerful wallbox or a higher-rated cable will not increase the charge rate. The car draws 3.6kW regardless of what is on the other end of the cable.
How long does the VW Golf GTE take to charge at home?+−
At 3.6kW, the 10.6kWh battery takes around three hours from empty. A 3-pin granny lead at around 2.3kW adds around an hour to that, so four to five hours from empty. Given the modest battery, even an afternoon's charge is usually enough for a full battery.
What length cable do I need for the VW Golf GTE?+−
A 5m cable is right for most home driveways and gives a little slack for awkward parking positions. If your wallbox is further from your parking spot, or there is a corner to go around, a 7m cable is a sensible choice.