Volkswagen ID.5 Pro EV charger: which one fits best?
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro charges at up to 11 kW at home over a Type 2 connection. With a 77 kWh usable battery you fill an empty pack in about 8 hours, well within one night on the charger. So an 11 kW charger is the logical choice for this coupe-SUV. Not sure about your version? Browse our overview of all Volkswagen EV chargers.
For the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro we recommend a charger from our 11 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 77 kWh usable (82 kWh gross) |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 11 kW (three-phase) |
| Range (WLTP) | 556 km |
| Charging time with an 11 kW charger | approx. 8 hours (including charging losses) |
| Charging plug | Type 2 |
| DC fast charging | up to 175 kW (CCS) |
Which charger suits the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro?
The ID.5 Pro accepts 11 kW AC at home, so an 11 kW charger uses the car's full charging power. You cannot go faster than 11 kW at home, because the car sets the limit, not the charger.
Choose a charger with a built-in MID meter if you can. A MID meter is a certified kWh meter that logs your charging precisely. From 2026 in the Netherlands only, private drivers can earn back up to 500 euro a year on their home charging. Business drivers can declare their usage exactly. That makes a charger with a MID meter a smart choice for almost everyone.
The ID.5 Pro uses a Type 2 connector, like most modern chargers. With a socket model you plug in your own Type 2 charging cable, which you can also take on the road. Prefer a simple starting point? Then browse our home chargers.
How long does the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro take to charge?
You work out the charging time easily: battery capacity divided by charging power, plus a little loss. With 77 kWh and an 11 kW charger you land at about 8 hours for a full charge. Plug in at 23:00 and the car is ready in the morning. Does your home only have a single-phase connection? Then the power drops to 7.4 kW and a full charge takes about 12 hours. For the full 11 kW you need a 3-phase connection.
We recommend having the connection done by a certified installer. That is safer and it matters for your insurance. Wallbox Discounter arranges installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany, with a free quotation for Germany. Shipping is worldwide, but installation covers only those three countries. See our page on EV charger installation for the details.
Other versions of the Volkswagen ID.5
Wallbox Discounter also has charging advice for the other versions of the Volkswagen ID.5:
- Volkswagen ID.5 GTX, the sporty all-wheel-drive top version
- Volkswagen ID.5 Pro Performance, with a stronger electric motor
- Volkswagen ID.5 Pure, the entry version with a smaller battery
Frequently asked questions
Does the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro need a 3-phase connection to charge at 11 kW?
Yes. The ID.5 Pro only charges at 11 kW if your home has a 3-phase connection. On single-phase the power drops to a maximum of 7.4 kW. Your grid operator can arrange a 3-phase connection for you.
Why does a MID meter matter for the ID.5 Pro?
A MID-certified kWh meter records your charging accurately. From 2026 in the Netherlands only, private drivers can earn back up to 500 euro a year on their home charging. Business drivers can declare their usage. Without a MID meter you miss that option.
Can you charge the ID.5 Pro faster than 11 kW at home?
Not at home. The ID.5 Pro accepts a maximum of 11 kW AC, so a 22 kW charger does not charge the car any faster. On the road you do charge fast over DC: at a rapid charger the ID.5 Pro takes up to 175 kW.