Tesla Model Y charging cable

The Tesla Model Y is one of Europe's best-selling electric cars, available in multiple variants with different battery sizes and drivetrain configurations. The Standard RWD (Juniper) carries a 62.5 kWh LFP battery with 57.5 kWh usable capacity. The Long Range RWD and Long Range AWD variants use an NMC pack of approximately 75–78 kWh usable. All variants share an 11 kW three-phase onboard charger, so charging behaviour at a wallbox is determined by battery size rather than variant level. At a three-phase wallbox or public post, any Model Y gains roughly 50–55 km of range per hour, with the RWD filling from near-empty in approximately six hours and the Long Range in approximately seven and a half hours. The CCS Type 2 inlet sits on the rear left flank on all European models.

Which charging cable fits the Tesla Model Y

The correct match is a Voldt® Type 2 charging cable at 11 kW. Every current Model Y has an 11 kW onboard charger ceiling, so an 11 kW cable covers the car fully. A 22 kW cable also works perfectly at 11 kW and is worth considering if you plan to use it with a higher-capacity vehicle in the future, or if Tesla issues an onboard charger upgrade.

The rear-left port is ideally positioned for reversing into a bay, placing the socket closest to the charging post. Parking nose-in puts the port at the far end of the car from the post, which makes a longer cable worthwhile if that is your usual approach at home or at a regular public location. A 4-metre cable covers a snug home setup where the wallbox sits directly beside the parking spot. A 6-metre cable handles the majority of driveways comfortably. An 8-metre cable is a solid everyday standard for mixed home and public use. A 10-metre cable gives useful confidence at public infrastructure where post placement varies. A 15-metre cable suits hotel car parks and longer driveways without restriction.

Portable charging for travel and outdoor use

The Voldt® portable CEE charging cable connects to industrial CEE sockets and is available up to 22 kW via three-phase CEE. For all Model Y variants, output is capped at the car's 11 kW onboard charger ceiling regardless of socket rating. On a 16A three-phase CEE socket, the RWD charges fully in approximately six hours; the Long Range in approximately seven and a half hours. On a 32A three-phase socket the result is the same, as the car accepts no more than 11 kW.

Red three-phase CEE sockets are found at industrial sites, workshops, and some commercial marinas. Standard European campsite hookup points use blue single-phase 16A CEE sockets, which cap output at 3.7 kW. At that rate, the RWD takes around 17 hours for a full charge; the Long Range around 22 hours. A campsite blue socket provides a useful partial top-up during a multi-night stay, but is not a practical source for a full charge on a single overnight stop.

Certified, tested, guaranteed

Voldt® charging cables are CE, UKCA and TÜV certified and manufactured according to IATF 16949 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.