Volkswagen's UK EV range is dominated by the ID family — ID.3, ID.4, ID.5, ID.7 and ID. Buzz — built on the MEB platform shared with Audi, Skoda and Cupra. Every modern VW EV uses Type 2 AC and CCS Combo 2 DC. The 2026 facelift adds V2L on selected ID.4 and ID.5 trims.
Connector spec by model
- ID.3 (2020+) — Type 2 AC + CCS DC. 11kW AC max.
- ID.4 (2021+) — Type 2 + CCS. 11kW AC. V2L on 2026 refresh.
- ID.5 (2022+) — Type 2 + CCS. 11kW AC. V2L from 2026.
- ID.7 (2023+) — Type 2 + CCS. 11kW AC.
- ID. Buzz (2023+) — Type 2 + CCS. 11kW AC. V2L on GTX trim.
- e-Golf (2014-2020) — Type 2 AC + CCS DC. 7.4kW AC max.
- Golf GTE / Passat GTE / Touareg PHEV — Type 2 AC, 3.6kW max (single-phase 16A).
AC charging speed
Every modern VW EV (ID family) accepts 11kW AC max — same as BMW, Audi and Mercedes. So a UK three-phase home wallbox at 11kW charges a 77kWh ID.4 from 10-100% in about 7 hours, vs 11 hours on a single-phase 7kW wallbox.
The PHEV models (Golf GTE, Passat GTE) cap at 3.6kW (16A single-phase) — go with a 3.6kW cable. Anything higher just throttles to 3.6kW anyway.
The 2026 V2L update
VW's 2026 software refresh adds V2L (vehicle-to-load) to selected ID.4, ID.5 and ID. Buzz GTX trims. Output is 3.6kW from the Type 2 charge port — same as Hyundai/Kia spec. Compatible with our V2L adapter range. Worth confirming with your VW dealer that your specific model year and trim has V2L enabled in software before buying an adapter.
Length recommendations for VW
VW charge ports are at the rear-right on most ID models. Match the cable to your driveway:
- 5m — wallbox close, parking on the driver's side.
- 7.5-10m — typical UK driveway with the wallbox on a garage wall, parking direction varies.
- 15m+ — long driveways or shared.
Smart-tariff integration
VW Connect (the in-car app) supports basic charge scheduling but is less polished than the third-party wallbox apps. For Octopus Intelligent or similar dynamic tariffs, pair your VW with a smart wallbox like Ohme or Hypervolt — they handle the dynamic pricing logic better than the car's own scheduler.
What we stock
- Type 2 to Type 2 cables in 5-30m, 7.4kW and 11kW ratings.
- 3-pin to Type 2 portable (granny) chargers for emergency/holiday-let charging.
- V2L adapters compatible with 2026 ID.4/ID.5/Buzz GTX.
- Type 2 to Commando cables for caravan-hookup-style charging on holiday.
Free UK delivery over £50. 3-year minimum warranty on every cable.