Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your XC60 Recharge PHEV+−
The Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV has a Type 2 inlet and a single-phase 3.7kW 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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Delivery & returns+−
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Note: T6/T8 Recharge PHEV. AC only. Battery grew ~11.6 to ~18.8kWh gross. No DC.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV.
The Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV is a plug-in hybrid version of Volvo's popular mid-size SUV, introduced in 2017 under T6 and T8 Twin Engine badging before adopting the Recharge name. The plug-in battery has grown across model years, from around 11.6kWh on earlier cars to roughly 18.8kWh on later variants, which extends the electric-only range for shorter journeys. Charging is via a Type 2 inlet and is AC-only; there is no DC rapid charging on any XC60 Recharge PHEV.
To charge at home or at a public AC point, you need a Type 2 to Type 2 cable. The onboard charger is a single-phase unit rated at 3.7kW, which is the controlling factor for charging speed regardless of what wallbox or cable you use. The petrol engine takes over for longer runs, making daily plug-in charging the most effective way to keep running costs down.
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 XC60 Recharge PHEV need?
Cable choice for the XC60 Recharge PHEV is simple: a standard 7.4kW Type 2 to Type 2 cable is the right fit. The car's onboard charger is rated at 3.7kW single-phase, so the cable rating is academic; the car draws 3.7kW whether the cable is rated at 3.7kW, 7.4kW, or anything higher. A 7.4kW cable gives you compatibility with any public Type 2 charge point and any home wallbox, without paying for capability the car will never use.
A three-phase cable is unnecessary for the XC60 Recharge PHEV because the onboard charger is single-phase and cannot draw three-phase power. Focusing on cable length and build quality is more worthwhile than cable power rating for this car. A well-made 7.4kW Type 2 lead in a length that reaches your parking space comfortably is all you need.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the larger 18.8kWh battery from empty costs around £1.50 at an off-peak EV tariff of roughly 7.5p per kWh, and roughly £5 at a standard rate of roughly 27p per kWh. Earlier cars with the 11.6kWh pack are less again. Because the battery is modest in size, a full charge from flat is inexpensive even at standard electricity rates, and the cost difference between tariffs is measured in single-digit pence per charge. Check current tariff rates for your supplier.
Also for your XC60 Recharge PHEV
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
Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV FAQs
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questions.
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Contact usCan the Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV charge at 22kW?+−
No, the Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV has a single-phase onboard charger limited to 3.7kW, 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 Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable. The onboard charger in the XC60 Recharge PHEV is rated at 3.7kW single-phase, so a standard 7.4kW Type 2 cable is ideal. There is no DC rapid charging on these models, and a three-phase cable offers no benefit over a single-phase one.
Can the Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV charge at a rapid charger?+−
No. The XC60 Recharge PHEV has an AC-only Type 2 inlet with no CCS or CHAdeMO port. DC rapid charging is not supported on any variant. The car charges through its Type 2 inlet at up to 3.7kW.
How long does the Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV take to charge at home?+−
At the car's maximum rate of 3.7kW, the 18.8kWh battery takes around five hours from empty. Earlier cars with the 11.6kWh pack take roughly three hours. Both are short enough to charge fully during an evening plugged in at home, making overnight charging straightforward.
What length cable do I need for the Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV?+−
A 5m cable is adequate for most setups. If your wallbox is set back from where the XC60 usually parks, or there is any chance the charging port ends up on the far side from the cable outlet, a 7m lead is worth the small extra cost to keep the cable slack and the connectors undamaged during long charging sessions.