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Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In Charging cable

The Mercedes GLE 500e plug-in hybrid delivers luxury SUV comfort with electric capability. Select a compatible charging cable for smooth daily charging.

Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In Charging capacity

The Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In has a charging capacity of 3,7kW. So we recommend using a charging cable of atleast 3,7kW for optimal charging speeds.

However, please be aware that a 22kW cable is perfectly capable of charging at 3,7kW. With a 22kW cable you'll have guaranteed optimal charging speeds in the event of a new car or a possible upgrade in charging capacity.

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Meet the Voldt® Portable EV charger for your Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In

  • Charge at full speed (17km/h) from any electrical socket

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  • Up to 60% faster charging at a household socket

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Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In Charging cable

Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In

Charging capacity 3.7kW
Electric range 15km
Phases 1 phase
Type Type 2
Capacity 7.2kWh
Charging time 6km/h

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Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In Charging cable

has a charging capacity of 3,7kW. So we recommend using a charging cable of atleast 3,7kW for optimal charging speeds.

EV Charging best practices

However, please be aware that a 22kW cable is perfectly capable of charging at 3,7kW. With a 22kW cable you'll have guaranteed optimal charging speeds in the event of a new car or a possible upgrade in charging capacity.

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Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In Charging cable

Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In Connector type:

The Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In uses a Type 2 connector for charging at charging poles/wallboxes and power sockets. The charging cables we show above all have the correct Type 2 for your Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In.

Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In Mobile versus fixed charging:

The Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In is best charged through a charging station/wallbox or through a wall socket. This can be a household socket or a CEE power outlet. The advantage of charging via a socket versus a charging station/wallbox is that it has lower purchase costs. The advantage of charging via a charging station/wallbox is that Many modern charging stations offer 'smart' features such as load balancing, remote monitoring, and integration with energy management systems. This can be useful for both households and businesses.

Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In Charging speed:

The Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In can handle up to 16A- 1 phase charging. This makes the maximum charging capacity 3,7kW. Be aware that most cars already come with a mobile charging cable for household sockets. However, these cables only deliver a 2,3kW capacity, allowing only slower charging speeds.

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Discover the range and charging capabilities of the Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In

The Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In, a car with a battery capacity of 7.2kWh, this guarantees an electric range of between 15km according to the WLPT standard. WLTP, which stands for "Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure", is an international standardised test procedure to measure the fuel consumption and emissions of light vehicles.

The Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In is equipped with a 1 phase 16A charging system. This allows it to charge at a speed of 2:30 hours. That translates into a full charge time of 6km/h, from 0% to 100%. This is due to its maximum charging capacity of 3,7kW and maximum amperage of 16A.

Connecting your Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In to a charging station or outlet

Important for Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In owners is the connector type. The car uses a type 2 connector. This type is ideal for charging at various charging stations, wallboxes and even standard sockets. Choosing a charging point may vary depending on your needs. A standard household socket or a CEE socket may be convenient because of its lower purchase cost. In contrast, many modern charging stations offer 'smart' features such as load balancing, remote monitoring and integration with energy management systems. These features can be beneficial for both households and businesses.For those considering buying a charging cable for the Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In, or simply looking for more information on the best way to charge this electric car, it is essential to know the compatibility and specifications well. And with the above details, you are already well on your way. When looking for the perfect charging cable for your Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In in our webshop, you can rely on these details to make the right choice.

Mercedes GLE 500e Plug-In Charging cable

The Mercedes-Benz GLE 500e 4MATIC is a large plug-in hybrid SUV from the W166 generation, pairing a 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged V6 petrol engine with an 85 kW electric motor for a combined system output of 442 PS and 650 Nm of torque. The 8.8 kWh usable lithium-ion battery gives a NEDC electric range of around 30 km, with real-world figures typically between 20 and 25 km depending on load and conditions. AC charging runs through a 3.7 kW single-phase onboard charger at 16A, via a Type 2 socket on the right side of the rear bumper. No DC rapid charging is available on this model.

The right Type 2 cable for the GLE 500e in the UK

The GLE 500e's 3.7 kW single-phase onboard charger sets the ceiling. Every wallbox and every public AC point in the UK delivers the same 3.7 kW to the car, whether the supply is a domestic single-phase 7.4 kW, a public single-phase 32A, or a three-phase 11 kW or 22 kW post. That flattens the usual cable comparison: the question isn't how fast, but which cable makes sense across the sockets you'll actually use. An 11 kW-rated Type 2 cable is the natural match for the car. It draws its 16A ceiling comfortably on any supply, works everywhere the GLE 500e can plug in, and delivers a full charge from empty in approximately 2 hours 30 minutes on any wallbox or post. Most GLE 500e owners charge overnight and start each morning with a full battery for the electric part of the day's driving.

A 22 kW-rated cable is the forward-looking option for households running a second EV, or planning to replace the GLE 500e with a car that has a higher onboard AC rating. It works identically with the GLE 500e today, and it means one cable stays in the boot when a future vehicle with 11 or 22 kW three-phase AC charging arrives on the drive. Voldt® supplies Type 2 cables in 6, 8, 10 and 15 metre lengths. The port sits on the right side of the rear bumper, so reversing towards the wallbox is the natural approach at home, and 6 metres suits most driveways and garages. Eight metres handles public bays where the post isn't always aligned with the vehicle's rear corner, and 10 or 15 metres covers hotels, workplaces and second addresses where the vehicle can't always park directly beside the charge point. The full Voldt® Type 2 cable range covers every combination of length and rating.

Portable charging for the GLE 500e

Because the GLE 500e is capped at 3.7 kW single-phase, a portable charger isn't a slower alternative to the fixed cable: it's a genuine equal, delivering the same charge in the same time from whatever socket happens to be at hand. That makes the GLE 500e a straightforward car to keep charged wherever it goes. The Voldt® 3.7 kW blue CEE portable charger uses the 16A single-phase blue commando socket found at caravan sites, marinas and outdoor commercial premises. It completes a full charge from empty in approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, matching the speed of a home wallbox. The Voldt® 11 kW three-phase red CEE portable charger is worth considering for owners with access to industrial red CEE sockets at workshops, farms or business premises. The GLE 500e draws its 3.7 kW from a single phase and completes a full charge in the same 2 hours 30 minutes, so the value is not extra speed but reach: any red CEE outlet becomes a charging point without changing hardware.

The Voldt® three-pin domestic charger deserves particular attention on this car. Because the GLE 500e's ceiling sits close to what a standard UK 13A socket can safely sustain, the three-pin charger becomes a fully viable everyday option rather than a fallback: a full charge from empty in approximately 3 hours 10 minutes at 2.8 kW, from any working household socket, within the limits of what the wiring can sustain. A built-in thermal sensor monitors the connection temperature during charging and automatically reduces the current if the plug or socket warms beyond a safe level, so the three-pin charger works confidently at family addresses, holiday cottages, and any location where a dedicated wallbox isn't installed.

Built to outlast the car it charges

Every Voldt® cable and portable charger is CE, UKCA and TÜV certified, with an IP67 rating that keeps the connection sealed against rain, dust and general driveway grit through the British seasons. Contacts are silver-plated copper for reliable current transfer and minimal heat build-up over long charging cycles, and every connector is tested for 10,000 mating cycles: comfortably beyond a decade of daily home charging. All Voldt® cables and portable chargers ship with a 3-year warranty.