What cars use type 2 chargers?
In Europe, Type 2 is the standard connector for AC charging, and most modern electric vehicles (EVs) sold there expose this inlet for home and public charging. For DC fast charging, many models use CCS2, with a few older or regional exceptions still relying on CHAdeMO.
Understanding Type 2 charging
The Type 2 connector, also known as the Mennekes plug, is the universal European solution for AC charging. It supports single-phase and three-phase power and is rated for a range of charging speeds depending on the car’s onboard charger and the charging station. While CCS2 combines the Type 2 plug with DC pins for fast charging, the base Type 2 inlet is what most drivers use for everyday charging at home or at public destinations.
Type 2 at a glance
Most EVs designed for the European market provide a Type 2 inlet for AC charging. Depending on the vehicle, you can typically charge at home from 3.7 kW up to 22 kW or more if the car and the supply support three-phase power. For DC fast charging, CCS2 is the usual standard, with CHAdeMO appearing only on a few older models.
Which cars use Type 2 for AC charging
The following is a representative cross-section of popular European-market EVs that expose a Type 2 inlet for AC charging. The list emphasizes models commonly found on European roads today and across major brands. Many of these vehicles also support DC fast charging via CCS2.
- Volkswagen ID.3
- Volkswagen ID.4
- Skoda Enyaq iV
- Cupra Born
- SEAT Mii Electric
- Renault Zoe
- Renault Megane E-Tech Electric
- Nissan Leaf (EU version)
- Hyundai Ioniq 5
- Hyundai Kona Electric
- Kia EV6
- Kia e-Niro
- Tesla Model 3
- Tesla Model Y
- BMW i4
- BMW iX
- Audi e-tron
- Audi e-tron GT
- Mercedes-Benz EQC
- Volvo XC40 Recharge
- Polestar 2
- Ford Mustang Mach-E
- Jaguar I-Pace
- MG ZS EV
- Peugeot e-208
- Opel Corsa-e
- Opel Mokka-e
- Renault Kangoo E-Tech (electric commercial)
Note: This list focuses on models popular in Europe and representative of the major brands. Availability can vary by country and model year, and some vehicles offer different charging configurations in different markets. Always verify the exact inlet specification for a given trim and year.
Charging speeds with Type 2
Type 2 charging speeds depend on the vehicle’s onboard charger and the power available from the charging station. Here are typical AC charging levels drivers may encounter with Type 2 connectors.
- 3.7 kW (single-phase, approx. 16 A)
- 7.4 kW (single-phase, approx. 32 A)
- 11 kW (three-phase, approx. 16 A per phase)
- 22 kW (three-phase, approx. 32 A per phase)
- Up to 43 kW (three-phase, higher-end onboard chargers; not all EVs support this, and availability depends on charger supply)
In practice, most households and many public destinations in Europe offer 3.7 kW or 7.4 kW AC charging, with higher rates available at destination charging points or when the vehicle and supply support three-phase power. The actual speed a driver experiences will depend on the car’s onboard charger and the charging station’s capabilities.
Summary
Type 2 is the prevailing AC charging standard across Europe, and nearly all contemporary EVs sold in the region expose a Type 2 inlet for everyday charging. While CCS2 handles DC fast charging for most models, the Type 2 connector remains the common interface for home and destination charging. If you’re shopping for an EV in Europe, expect Type 2 to be the standard outlet for AC charging across brands and models.
