Volkswagen ID.5 Pure EV charger: which one suits you best?
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pure charges at home with up to 11 kW of alternating current, spread over three phases. That figure decides your choice. An 11 kW charger gets everything out of this car, and a heavier model adds nothing. Want to compare all versions first? See our overview of EV chargers for Volkswagen models.
For the ID.5 Pure we recommend a charger from our 11 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the Volkswagen ID.5 Pure
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 11 kW (three-phase) |
| Charging time on an 11 kW charger | approx. 5 hours 45 minutes (including charging losses) |
| Charging connector | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Recommended charging cable | minimum 11 kW |
Why a heavier charger does not charge faster
The on-board charger of the ID.5 Pure tops out at 11 kW. Put a 22 kW model on the wall and the car still draws 11 kW. You pay for headroom this car never uses. Expecting a faster EV in a few years? Then our 22 kW EV chargers are worth the extra outlay.
For the full 11 kW you do need a three-phase connection at home. On a single phase the car charges noticeably more slowly, so check what your meter cupboard offers. Does your heat pump, oven or washing machine often run at the same time? Then pick a charger with dynamic load balancing. Load balancing means the charger measures how much power is free. It adjusts the charging speed itself, so your main fuse never trips.
Which EV charger suits the Volkswagen ID.5 Pure?
An 11 kW charger matches the car exactly. Beyond the power rating, one feature is worth checking: an integrated MID meter. It is a certified kWh meter. It shows exactly what charging your car costs, separate from your household use. Our chargers with a MID meter include 11 kW models, so the meter costs you no charging speed.
Charging a 52 kWh battery every few days is a steady load on your home connection. That makes load balancing the second feature to look at, especially in a house with a heat pump. Chargers built for a private driveway or garage are gathered in our home EV chargers.
How long does the Volkswagen ID.5 Pure take to charge?
On an 11 kW charger the 52 kWh battery goes from empty to full in roughly 5 hours 45 minutes. Plug in at 23:00 and the car is ready in the morning. A portable charger on a standard wall socket delivers 2.3 kW. That takes more than 26 hours, so treat it as a backup.
The ID.5 Pure uses a Type 2 connection, like most modern chargers. You only need a separate Type 2 charging cable for public charge points. At home you charge through the cable of your own charger.
Other versions of the Volkswagen ID.5
Wallbox Discounter also has charging information for the other ID.5 versions. They carry a larger battery and cover more distance on a single charge:
- Volkswagen ID.5 Pro, the larger battery with the same 11 kW charging power
- Volkswagen ID.5 Pro Performance
- Volkswagen ID.5 GTX
Frequently asked questions
Does the Volkswagen ID.5 Pure need a three-phase charger?
For the full 11 kW, yes. The ID.5 Pure charges across three phases, so a three-phase 11 kW charger uses the whole on-board charger. On a single-phase connection the car still charges, only more slowly.
Why does a MID meter matter for the ID.5 Pure?
A MID meter is a certified kWh meter built into the charger. It records exactly how much electricity goes into your car, separate from your household consumption. That gives you a reliable figure for what home charging actually costs you.
Can you charge the ID.5 Pure with a portable charger?
You can, but a standard wall socket gives you only 2.3 kW. With a 52 kWh battery that becomes a very long session. For daily use a fixed charger is the practical choice. Our installation service covers the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany, and in Germany it runs through a free quotation.