BMW 740e Charging Cable
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Operating temperature -30°C to +60°C
Current 6–12A / 16A / 32A
Cable lengths 5m, 10m, 15m, 20m
Connector Type 2 to Type 2 / 3-Pin
Type 25m: 20mUp to 22kW1 & 3 PhaseHome & Public

BMW 740e Charging Cable

Type 2 EV charging cable: up to 22kW, single and three-phase

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Overview

The 740e charges on a Type 2 to Type 2 cable, and we stock it in two lengths, 5 and 10 metres. The same lead will serve any other electric BMW in the household.

The car sets the pace here, not the cable. The 740e will not charge faster than its maximum capacity of 3.7kW, so a heavier lead buys you nothing in charge time. On battery alone the car covers 23km, about 14 miles, though as with any plug-in that figure moves with speed, driving style and weather.

Build quality is where these cables earn their money. The connectors carry covers made of fine-quality rubber that keep them intact between charges, the cable is both dustproof and waterproof, and it is made to stand up to daily handling. TUV and CE certified, it suits indoor and outdoor plugs, sockets and charging points, and it is well matched to UK and European standard sockets and charging points.

Type Capacity Time to charge Our recommendation
Type 2, 1-phase, 16A 3.7 kW 2h30m Best fit
Type 2, 1-phase, 32A 7.4 kW 2h30m
Type 2, 3-phase, 32A 22 kW 2h30m

Order yours with a two year warranty and free next-working-day UK delivery on orders over £150.

Other BMW fitments are grouped on our BMW charging cables page.

Specifications

Connector
Type 2 to Type 2 / 3-Pin
Standard
IEC 62196-2 (Type 2 / MENNEKES), 7-pin
Cable lengths
5m, 10m, 15m, 20m
Rated power
2.3kW / 3.6kW / 7.2kW / 22kW
Current
6–12A / 16A / 32A
Phase
Single & Three-phase
Conductor
2.5-6mm² copper (by current rating)
Weatherproofing
IP55 (IP67 on Type 2 to 3-Pin)
Operating temperature
-30°C to +60°C
Build
Run-over proof (drive-over resistant)
Certifications
CE marked, TÜV certified, IEC 62196-2 (Type 2)
Warranty
24 months (2 years) manufacturer warranty

Features

  • Run-over proof

    Built to take the weight of a car, so you can drive over the cable without damaging it (protection against pressure).

  • All-weather rated

    Rated IP55, with the Type 2 to 3-Pin version rated IP67, and built to operate from -30°C to +60°C, so it charges reliably through UK rain, frost and summer heat.

  • Universal Type 2 fit

    Works with all Type 2 electric vehicles and every UK/EU home wallbox and public AC charge point. No brand lock-in.

  • CE / TÜV certified

    Independently certified to CE and TÜV, and built to the IEC 62196-2 Type 2 connector standard.

  • 3-pin option for home sockets

    Choose the 3-pin version to top up from a standard UK domestic socket when there is no wallbox nearby. It is a separate cable option, not an attachment.

  • Three-phase option

    Pick the 32A three-phase version to charge at up to 22kW where a three-phase supply is available. The single-phase versions charge at up to 7.2kW on a standard home wallbox.

Installation

  1. 01Unlock the car - most won't accept a cable while locked.
  2. 02Wallbox end first, then the car. Push until the latch clicks.
  3. 03Check the car shows a charging state before you walk away.
  4. 04Coil loosely into the bag - no tight figure-of-eights.

In the box

  • Charging cable Charging cable 1

FAQs

Is this cable compatible with the BMW 740e?
Yes. The BMW 740e uses a Type 2 inlet and this is a Type 2 charging cable. If you'd like to double-check, your car's charge port should have a 7-pin Type 2 socket, or use our reg checker.
Which cable length should I choose?
Most driveways are fine with 5m. Choose 7-10m if the charge point is wall-mounted away from where you park or your charge port is on the far side of the car, and 15-20m for on-street or awkward layouts. Available here in 5m, 10m, 15m, 20m.
Do I need the 22kW (three-phase) option?
Only if you have a three-phase supply, or you want to be ready for 22kW public AC posts. A three-phase cable still works on a standard single-phase home wallbox; it just charges at up to 7.4kW. Most UK homes are single-phase.
Can I use it at public charge points as well as at home?
Yes. This is a Mode 3 Type 2 cable, so it works at your home wallbox and at any untethered public AC charge point. Rapid DC chargers (motorway) come with their own tethered cables, so you don't need one for those.
What's the 3-pin option for?
The 3-pin (Mode 2 'granny') option lets you top up from a standard domestic socket at up to ~2.3kW when you're away from a wallbox. It's a backup for occasional use, not a daily charging method.
Is it safe to leave outside in the rain?
Yes. The cable and connectors are rated IP55 and built for -30°C to +60°C, so they're safe in UK rain, frost and snow. Don't submerge the connectors in standing water.
What warranty and delivery do I get?
Free next-working-day UK delivery on orders over £150, with 30-day returns on unused items. Warranty: 24 months (2 years) manufacturer warranty.

Compatibility

  • BMW 740e
  • All Type 2 electric vehicles (UK & EU, most post-2018)
  • Charger: Ohme
  • Charger: Pod Point
  • Charger: Zappi
  • Charger: Hypervolt
  • Charger: myenergi
  • Charger: Wallbox
  • Charger: EO
  • Charger: Andersen
  • Charger: Tesla
Type 2 to Type 2 Charging Cable / 5M / 16amp (3.6kW) £124.99

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