Nissan's UK EV history is the most generationally complex of any UK car maker. The original Leaf (2011-2017) used Type 1 + CHAdeMO. The Mk2 Leaf (2018-2024) switched to Type 2 + CHAdeMO. The Mk3 Leaf (2025+) uses Type 2 + CCS. The Ariya is Type 2 + CCS. Compatibility depends entirely on which year and which model you drive.
Connector spec by model
- Leaf (Mk1, 2011-2017) — Type 1 AC + CHAdeMO DC. 24kWh and 30kWh battery options. AC capped at 3.6kW (16A single-phase).
- Leaf (Mk2, 2018-2024) — Type 2 AC + CHAdeMO DC. 40kWh and 62kWh options. AC at 6.6kW (32A single-phase).
- Leaf (Mk3, 2025+) — Type 2 AC + CCS DC. New CCS DC support. AC at 11kW.
- Ariya (2022+) — Type 2 + CCS. 7.4kW AC. V2H supported via CHAdeMO converter on selected markets (UK uncertain in 2026).
- e-NV200 (2014-2021) — Type 2 AC + CHAdeMO DC. 6.6kW AC.
The Type 1 vs Type 2 cliff
If you have a Mk1 Leaf (24/30 kWh, 2011-2017), you have Type 1. Quick test: the AC charge port is the squarer, smaller of the two ports under the front bonnet flap, with a 5-pin pattern. If you have Type 1, see our dedicated Type 1 cable range.
If you have a Mk2 Leaf (2018+) or Ariya, you have Type 2 — and almost every modern UK Type 2 cable will work. The Mk2 Leaf caps at 6.6kW AC, so a 7.4kW cable is the right choice; 11kW or 22kW cables work but throttle.
CHAdeMO — Nissan's legacy
Both Mk1 and Mk2 Leafs use CHAdeMO for DC rapid charging. CHAdeMO is being phased out across the UK rapid network — replaced by CCS Combo 2. As of 2026, most new public DC chargers are CCS-only, with fewer dedicated CHAdeMO points each year. For Mk2 Leaf owners, Zap-Map and Plugshare have CHAdeMO filters to find compatible stations. The Mk3 Leaf finally adopts CCS, ending Nissan's CHAdeMO era for new sales.
See our CHAdeMO cable range for legacy support.
V2H — Leaf was first, still relevant
The Mk2 Leaf was the world's first production V2H (vehicle-to-home) EV via the CHAdeMO bidirectional standard. With an Indra V2H wallbox (see Indra V2H), a Mk2 Leaf can power a UK home for hours during peak rates or grid outages. Worth £200-400/year on Octopus Flux to Mk2 Leaf owners with the right setup.
Length recommendations
Nissan charge ports are at the front, under a small flap on the bonnet. Cable runs are slightly different from rear-port cars:
- 5m — wallbox forward of the parking spot.
- 7.5-10m — typical UK driveway.
- 15m+ — for long approaches or shared drives.
What we stock for Nissan
- Type 2 cables (5-30m) for Mk2 Leaf and Ariya.
- Type 1 cables for Mk1 Leaf and e-NV200 owners.
- 3-pin granny chargers in both Type 1 and Type 2 variants.
- CHAdeMO cables and adapters for legacy Leaf service.