BMW 225xe Active Tourer EV charger: which one fits best?
The BMW 225xe Active Tourer is a compact family car with a plug-in hybrid drivetrain. You can charge it at home overnight and drive through town on electricity during the day. The car charges through a Type 2 connection at up to 3.7 kW on a single phase. A straightforward EV charger can therefore recharge the battery in just a few hours. Other BMW models charge at different speeds, so the advice differs per model. You can find them all in our BMW EV chargers overview.
For the BMW 225xe Active Tourer, we recommend a charger from our range of 11 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the BMW 225xe Active Tourer
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 10 kWh gross (around 8.8 kWh usable) |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 3.7 kW (single-phase) |
| Range (WLTP, electric) | 50 to 53 km |
| Charging time with an EV charger | about 3 hours (including charging losses) |
| Charging connector | Type 2 |
| DC fast charging | not available |
Which EV charger suits the BMW 225xe Active Tourer?
The 225xe Active Tourer draws a maximum of 3.7 kW. That single figure largely determines your choice. An 11 kW EV charger will not charge this car any faster because the car sets the limit, not the charging station. You choose an 11 kW model for its features and certified metering rather than for additional charging speed.
Look for a built-in MID meter. This is a certified kWh meter that records the electricity used for charging separately from the rest of your household consumption. This makes it easy to see exactly how much electricity the car uses at home. Our EV chargers with a MID meter start at 11 kW, which is another reason to consider this category.
Charging when electricity is cheapest can also be useful. An EV charger with an app lets you schedule charging sessions and monitor them from your phone. Our range of EV chargers for the home brings together models designed for daily charging at a fixed location.
The 225xe uses a Type 2 connection, like most modern EV chargers. You need a separate Type 2 charging cable when using a charger with a socket or at public charge points without a fixed cable.
How long does the BMW 225xe Active Tourer take to charge?
The calculation is simple. Roughly 8.8 kWh of usable battery capacity divided by 3.7 kW gives about 2.4 hours of theoretical charging time. In practice, allow around 3 hours because some energy is lost during charging. Plug the car in during the evening and it will be ready again the next morning.
Charging from a normal household socket takes considerably longer and places a continuous load on your household wiring. We always recommend having a fixed EV charger installed by a qualified electrician. This is safer and can also be important for your insurance.
Wallbox Discounter arranges installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany. We ship worldwide, but outside those three countries you arrange the installation yourself.
Other versions of the BMW 225xe Active Tourer
Wallbox Discounter also provides charging advice for other versions of the BMW 225xe:
Frequently asked questions
Does the BMW 225xe Active Tourer need a three-phase connection?
No. The 225xe Active Tourer charges on a single phase at a maximum of 3.7 kW. A three-phase connection does not make this car charge any faster because the onboard charger limits the charging power. We still recommend looking at the 11 kW range for features such as certified metering and smart controls. Ask your installer which electrical connection the specific charger you choose requires.
Why does a MID meter matter on the 225xe?
A MID meter is a certified kWh meter that accurately records how much electricity is used for charging. It separates the car's charging consumption from the rest of your household use, making it easier to see what charging at home actually costs.
Can the BMW 225xe Active Tourer fast charge?
No, the BMW 225xe Active Tourer does not support DC fast charging. As a plug-in hybrid, it charges with alternating current through the Type 2 connection. This applies both at home and at public AC charging stations. With a battery of this size, that is rarely a major limitation because the car can be fully charged again in around 3 hours.