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The Type 1 socket Vauxhall Ampera has a reported range of up to 50 miles. All of the Type 1 charging cables listed below are compatible for charging all models of the Ampera. The maximum charging speed when connected to an AC charging point is 3.7kW. It is fine to use a 7KW charging cable or charger because an EV will not accept more than its battery capacity or draw more current than is available from the power supply.
Which is the best Mode 3 charging cable for the Vauxhall Ampera?
The 1 Phase 32A charging cable will charge all models of the Vauxhall Ampera at a public charging point or home wall box.
Which 3 pin charger is recommended for charging the Vauxhall Ampera with a 13A UK plug?
If you require a 3 pin charger (also known as Mode 2, home charger and granny charger) for charging the Vauxhall Ampera with a 13A 230V home / mains socket, we recommend our adjustable 6A 8A 10A 3 pin charger for regular charging. The fixed 10A 3 pin charger is not recommended to use for more than a few hours with an outlet that has not been certified as suitable for regular EV charging.
Which charging cables are included with the Vauxhall Ampera?
From experience, we know that this information can change. Even when a cable does not come factory supplied with the EV, the dealer / seller still might provide one anyway or the manufacturer may stop including a cable as standard. The best way to be certain is to contact your dealer / seller to confirm which charging cable(s) are supplied with the vehicle.
Vauxhall Ampera Charging Specifications
Max Charging Capacity AC
3.7kw
Vehicle Socket Type
Type 1
EV Charging Cable
Charging Time
Type 1 16A 1 Phase 3kW
4.5 hrs
Type 1 32A 1 Phase 7kW
4.5 hrs
Type 1 to 3 Pin charger 10A
7 hrs
Recommended T1 to T2 cable
Type 1 to Type 2 32A cable
Charging times are approximate due to the variables that can influence the charging times.
This is a guide only and the charging times and charging capacity depend upon the model and battery capacity of your electric vehicle as well as the charging capacity of the charging point. A charging cable described as 3kW has a maximum charge of 3.7kW. A charging cable described as 7kW has a maximum charge of 7.4kW. The EV cables below are not manufactured by Vauxhall. Please read your vehicle handbook.