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Econovex EV Chargers
Econovex 7kW wall-mounted EV chargers for home and business. Both models charge at up to 7kW (32A, single-phase), have a 5 metre tethered Type 2 cable and an IP66 weatherproof box. Choose plug & play with WiFi app control, or RFID card start so only you can charge.
- 7kW, 32A single-phase
- Type 2 connector
- 5m tethered cable
- IP66 weatherproof
- Plug & play app or RFID card
Will it fit my car?
Pick your car to check it has the Type 2 socket these chargers use. We have checked 205 electric and plug-in hybrid models sold in the UK.
See every car we have checked
- Abarth: 500e
- Alfa Romeo: Junior Elettrica, Tonale Plug-in Hybrid
- Audi: Q4 e-tron, Q6 e-tron, A6 e-tron, Q8 e-tron / e-tron, e-tron GT, A3 TFSI e (plug-in hybrid), Q5 TFSI e (plug-in hybrid), A6 / A7 / A8 TFSI e (plug-in hybrid)
- BMW: i3, i4, i5, i7, iX, iX1, iX2, iX3, 330e (plug-in hybrid), 530e (plug-in hybrid), X1 / X2 plug-in hybrid, X3 30e (plug-in hybrid), X5 plug-in hybrid, 225xe (plug-in hybrid)
- BYD: Atto 3, Dolphin, Seal, Seal U, Sealion 7, Seal U DM-i (plug-in hybrid)
- Citroën: ë-C3, ë-C4 / ë-C4 X, ë-Berlingo, ë-Dispatch, ë-SpaceTourer, C5 Aircross Plug-in Hybrid, C-Zero (Type 1, not compatible)
- Cupra: Born, Tavascan, Formentor e-Hybrid, Leon e-Hybrid
- DS: DS 3 E-Tense, DS 4 E-Tense, DS 7 E-Tense
- Fiat: 500e, 600e, e-Doblo
- Ford: Mustang Mach-E, Explorer (electric), Capri (electric), Puma Gen-E, E-Transit, E-Transit Custom, Kuga Plug-in Hybrid
- Genesis: GV60, Electrified GV70, Electrified G80
- Honda: Honda e, e:Ny1, CR-V e:PHEV
- Hyundai: Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, Kona Electric, Inster, Ioniq Electric, Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid, Tucson Plug-in Hybrid, Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid
- Jaguar: I-Pace, E-Pace P300e, F-Pace P400e
- Jeep: Avenger (electric), Compass 4xe, Renegade 4xe, Wrangler 4xe
- Kia: EV3, EV6, EV9, Niro EV / e-Niro, e-Soul (2019 onwards), Soul EV (2014 to 2019) (Type 1, not compatible), Niro Plug-in Hybrid, Sportage Plug-in Hybrid, Sorento Plug-in Hybrid, Ceed / XCeed Plug-in Hybrid
- Land Rover: Range Rover plug-in hybrid, Range Rover Sport plug-in hybrid, Range Rover Velar P400e, Range Rover Evoque P300e, Discovery Sport P300e, Defender P400e
- Lexus: UX 300e, RZ, NX 450h+, RX 450h+
- Lotus: Eletre, Emeya
- Mazda: MX-30, CX-60 Plug-in Hybrid
- Mercedes-Benz: EQA, EQB, EQC, EQE / EQE SUV, EQS / EQS SUV, EQV, CLA (electric), G 580, A 250 e (plug-in hybrid), C 300 e (plug-in hybrid), E 300 e (plug-in hybrid), GLC 300 e (plug-in hybrid), GLE 350 de (plug-in hybrid), eVito, eSprinter
- MG: MG4, MG5, ZS EV, S5 EV, Cyberster, HS Plug-in Hybrid
- MINI: Cooper Electric / Cooper SE, Aceman, Countryman Electric, Countryman Plug-in Hybrid
- Mitsubishi: Outlander PHEV (check the socket), Eclipse Cross PHEV (check the socket), i-MiEV (Type 1, not compatible)
- Nissan: Leaf (2018 onwards), Leaf (2011 to 2017) (Type 1, not compatible), Ariya, Townstar EV, e-NV200 (check the socket)
- Peugeot: e-208, e-2008, e-308, e-3008, e-5008, e-Rifter, e-Partner, e-Expert, e-Traveller, 308 / 3008 Plug-in Hybrid, iOn (Type 1, not compatible)
- Polestar: Polestar 2, Polestar 3, Polestar 4
- Porsche: Taycan, Macan Electric, Cayenne E-Hybrid, Panamera E-Hybrid
- Renault: Zoe, Megane E-Tech Electric, Scenic E-Tech, Renault 5 E-Tech, Renault 4 E-Tech, Kangoo E-Tech, Captur E-Tech Plug-in, Twizy (not compatible)
- Skoda: Enyaq, Elroq, Superb iV / Superb Plug-in, Octavia iV, Citigo e iV
- Smart: #1, #3, EQ fortwo / forfour
- Subaru: Solterra
- Tesla: Model 3, Model Y, Model S, Model X
- Toyota: bZ4X, Prius Plug-in (2017 onwards), Prius Plug-in (2012 to 2016) (Type 1, not compatible), RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid, C-HR Plug-in Hybrid, Proace Electric
- Vauxhall: Corsa Electric, Mokka Electric, Astra Electric, Grandland Electric, Frontera Electric, Combo Electric, Vivaro Electric, Astra / Grandland Plug-in Hybrid, Ampera-e, Ampera (2012 to 2015) (Type 1, not compatible)
- Volkswagen: ID.3, ID.4, ID.5, ID.7, ID. Buzz, e-Golf, e-up!, Golf GTE / eHybrid, Passat GTE / eHybrid, Tiguan eHybrid, Touareg eHybrid
- Volvo: EX30, EX40 / XC40 Recharge, EC40 / C40 Recharge, EX90, XC40 / XC60 / XC90 plug-in hybrid, S60 / V60 / S90 / V90 plug-in hybrid
Not listed? Look at the charging flap. A Type 2 socket is round with a flat top and 7 holes; a Type 1 socket is fully round with 5 holes. Every car charges at up to its own on-board charger limit, which is 7kW on most electric cars and often 3.6kW on plug-in hybrids.
Which version is right for you?
Same 7kW charger, 5m Type 2 cable and IP66 box. The difference is how charging starts.
Side by side
| Plug & play + WiFi app | RFID card | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging power | 7kW (32A) | 7kW (32A) |
| Cable | 5m tethered Type 2 | 5m tethered Type 2 |
| How charging starts | Plug in, or from the app | Tap an RFID card |
| Phone app | Yes, Tuya / Smart Life | No |
| Stops others using it | No | Yes, card only |
| LCD screen | Yes | Yes |
| Delayed start (up to 24h) | Yes | Yes |
| In the box | Charger, wall plate, fixings, cable hook | As left, plus 2 RFID cards |
Full specification
Both versions share the same core charger.
| Charging power | 7kW, single-phase, 32A maximum |
|---|---|
| Supply | Single-phase AC 230V (rated 110V to 240V) |
| Connector | Type 2, tethered (fixed) cable |
| Cable length | 5 metre charging cable, plus 0.5 metre supply lead |
| Safety protection | Over-voltage, under-voltage, over-current, short circuit, earth leakage, over-temperature |
| Weather rating | IP66 control box, IP55 when the car is plugged in |
| Housing | Polycarbonate, UL94 V-0 flame-retardant rating |
| Operating temperature | -30°C to +50°C |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% |
| Standby power | 3W or less |
| Connector life | Over 10,000 plug-in cycles |
| Unit size | 340 x 220 x 100 mm (H x W x D) |
| Unit weight | 3.8 kg |
| Standards listed by the manufacturer | IEC 61851-1, IEC 62752, IEC 62955 |
| Warranty | 1 year manufacturer's warranty |
Installation
Each charger must be installed by a qualified electrician on its own dedicated circuit, to BS 7671. The manufacturer recommends 6mm² copper cable for runs up to 30 metres (10mm² for longer runs), a 2-pole 40A circuit breaker and a 30mA RCD. Breakers and RCDs are not included.
EV charger questions
How fast does a 7kW charger charge my car?
Most cars add around 20 to 30 miles of range per hour at 7kW. A typical 60kWh battery goes from empty to full in roughly 9 hours, so it is ready in the morning. Your car can only charge as fast as its own on-board charger allows.
Will it work with my car?
Yes if your car has a Type 2 socket, which almost every electric car and plug-in hybrid sold in the UK does, including Tesla, BMW, Audi, VW, Mercedes, Kia, Hyundai, Ford, Nissan, Volvo and Vauxhall. Older cars with a Type 1 socket, such as a Nissan Leaf made before 2018, need a different charger.
Do I need an electrician to fit it?
Yes. It must be installed by a qualified electrician on its own circuit, with a 40A breaker and a 30mA RCD (not included). They will also check your earthing and the cable run from your consumer unit.
Can I charge on a cheap overnight tariff?
The WiFi and RFID versions let you set a delayed start of up to 24 hours on the unit, and the plug & play version can also be started from the app, so you can line charging up with your off-peak hours.
Can it be fitted outside?
Yes. The control box is rated IP66 (IP55 with the car plugged in) and works from -30°C to +50°C, so it suits an outside wall, garage or driveway.
What is the difference between the two versions?
They share the same 7kW charger and 5m Type 2 cable. The plug & play version charges as soon as you plug in, and can also be controlled from the Tuya / Smart Life app over WiFi. The RFID version only starts when you tap one of its 2 cards, so nobody else can use it.
