Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV)
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your XC40 Recharge (BEV)+−
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) 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 Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV), because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) Single Motor Core
- Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) Single Motor Plus
- Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) Single Motor Ultimate
- Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) Twin Motor Core
- Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) Twin Motor Plus
- Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) Twin Motor Ultimate
Whichever XC40 Recharge (BEV) 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: Single/twin motor BEV. AC 11kW, DC up to 150kW (twin) / 130kW. ~78kWh gross (later 82kWh). Renamed EX40.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV).
The Volvo XC40 Recharge is the original all-electric version of Volvo's compact SUV, sold from 2020 to 2024 before being renamed the EX40. It was offered in single and twin motor configurations, with a battery of around 78kWh on earlier cars growing to roughly 82kWh on later variants. All versions charge via a Type 2 inlet for AC and use a CCS port for DC rapid charging. The XC40 Recharge was Volvo's first fully electric model and established the charging setup that carries forward into the current EX40.
The cable you bring for home and public AC charging is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead. The onboard AC charger is rated at 11kW on three phases, which is above what most UK home supplies can deliver; the practical limit on a typical single-phase domestic installation is 7.4kW. DC rapid charging, at up to 150kW on the twin motor and around 130kW on the single motor, uses the charge station's own tethered CCS cable rather than one you purchase.
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 XC40 Recharge (BEV) need?
Most XC40 Recharge owners will find a 7.4kW Type 2 to Type 2 cable covers everything they need at home. The car's onboard charger can accept 11kW on three phases, but a standard UK single-phase home supply limits charging to 7.4kW regardless of cable rating. A 7.4kW cable delivers that full single-phase speed, fits any public Type 2 post, and costs less than a three-phase alternative.
A three-phase 22kW cable is worth considering only if your property has a three-phase supply or you regularly use 22kW public AC charge points. In those situations the XC40 Recharge will draw its full 11kW, noticeably cutting charge times compared with single-phase. On a single-phase setup, however, a three-phase cable and a 7.4kW cable charge at exactly the same speed, so the three-phase option offers no everyday advantage.
A 5m cable suits most driveways. If your wallbox is mounted at a distance from where the car typically parks, or the charging port ends up on the far side from the outlet, a 7m or 10m lead is the more comfortable choice.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the approximately 78kWh battery from empty costs around £6 on a dedicated off-peak EV tariff of roughly 7.5p per kWh, or around £21 at a standard rate of roughly 27p per kWh. Plugging in overnight on a time-of-use tariff gives the biggest cost saving and is the recommended approach for daily charging. Public AC or rapid charging typically costs more per kWh, making it best suited to longer journeys. Tariff rates change regularly, so check current figures when working out running costs.
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Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) FAQs
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Contact usWhat charging cable does the Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) need?+−
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) 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 Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the Volvo XC40 Recharge (BEV) 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 charging cable does the Volvo XC40 Recharge need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC points. A 7.4kW cable is the right choice for most owners on a single-phase home supply. A 22kW three-phase cable is only useful if you have a three-phase supply or regularly charge at 22kW public AC points.
Can the Volvo XC40 Recharge charge at 11kW?+−
Yes, but only on a three-phase supply. The onboard AC charger is rated at 11kW on three phases. Most UK homes are single-phase, which caps AC charging at 7.4kW. On a three-phase home supply or a three-phase public AC point the XC40 Recharge draws its full 11kW.
How long does the Volvo XC40 Recharge take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW single-phase home wallbox, the 78kWh battery takes around ten to eleven hours from empty to full, which fits comfortably into an overnight charge. On a three-phase 11kW supply that falls to roughly seven hours. A three-pin granny charger is substantially slower and is best used only as a backup.
What length cable do I need for the Volvo XC40 Recharge?+−
A 5m cable covers most domestic arrangements. If your wallbox is further from your usual parking spot, or the charging port falls on the far side of the car, a 7m or 10m lead is a better fit and avoids straining the connectors.