BMW iX xDrive30 charging cable

The BMW iX1 xDrive30 is the performance variant of BMW's compact electric SUV: a dual-motor all-wheel-drive machine that pairs everyday practicality with genuine driving sharpness. The CCS charging port sits on the right rear flank, and the onboard AC charger comes standard at 11 kW three-phase, with an optional 22 kW three-phase upgrade available from the factory.

Choosing the correct charging cable for the BMW iX1 xDrive30

A 22 kW Voldt® Type 2 charging cable is the best choice for the iX1 xDrive30 in the UK. Most homes run on single-phase power, so a typical wallbox delivers either 3.7 kW (at 16A) or 7.4 kW (at 32A) depending on the installation. A 22 kW cable is rated at 32A, which draws the full 7.4 kW your wallbox can deliver. An 11 kW cable, rated at only 16A, would cap your home charging at 3.7 kW: half the speed. If your car has the optional 22 kW onboard charger, the cable becomes essential at any three-phase public or workplace charger, where the iX1 can draw the full 22 kW and complete a charge in around three hours.

On a 7.4 kW home wallbox with the standard 11 kW charger, a full charge from near-empty takes around nine hours: plug in after dinner and the car is ready the next morning. At a public 11 kW three-phase charger, that drops to roughly six and a half hours.

The right-rear port position is worth keeping in mind when choosing a cable length, particularly where the chargepoint sits on the opposite side of the bay. A 6-metre cable covers straightforward home installations comfortably. An 8-metre cable is the most practical all-round choice for home and public charging alike. A 10-metre cable adds reach for chargepoints set further from the bay, or for larger parking spaces. A 15-metre cable handles hotel car parks, long driveways, and wider bays without any compromise.

Portable charging away from home

Voldt® portable EV chargers let you charge from the socket types you will encounter across the UK and on the continent. A three-phase 32A red CEE portable charger is the most versatile option for the iX1 xDrive30. With the standard 11 kW charger, it delivers 11 kW, charging the 64.7 kWh battery in around six and a half hours. With the optional 22 kW charger, the same socket delivers the full 22 kW, cutting that to approximately three hours. Blue single-phase 16A CEE sockets at campsites and holiday parks provide 3.7 kW: enough for a meaningful top-up over a day's stay but not a realistic full overnight charge. Where only a standard three-pin socket is available, the portable charger delivers up to 2.8 kW, within the limits of what your wiring can sustain. A built-in thermal sensor monitors the connection temperature throughout and adjusts the current automatically, keeping every session safe without anything to manage on your end. At 2.8 kW, expect around 9 miles of range per hour. A full charge would take roughly 23 hours, so the three-pin option works best as an emergency top-up.

Built for long-term reliability

Voldt® charging cables are CE, UKCA and TÜV certified and built to automotive quality standards. Single-piece moulded connectors, no glue or screws. IP67-rated for operation between −30 °C and +50 °C. 100% copper conductors with silver-plated contacts. Tested beyond 10,000 connection cycles. Three-year warranty, 100-day returns, free shipping across Europe.