Skoda Citigo-e iV EV charger: which one fits best?
The Skoda Citigo-e iV charges at home at up to 7.2 kW. That is the first thing to know before you pick a charger. This city car has a single-phase on-board charger. Single-phase means the car uses only one live wire, not three. An 11 kW or 22 kW charger will not charge it any faster. A three-phase 11 kW charger would even charge it slower. A 7.4 kW charger is exactly enough. Want the wider view? See our overview of all Skoda EV chargers.
For the Skoda Citigo-e iV we recommend a charger from our 7.4 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the Skoda Citigo-e iV
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 36.8 kWh (32.3 kWh usable) |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 7.2 kW (single-phase) |
| Range (WLTP) | around 265 km |
| Charging time with a 7.4 kW charger | approx. 4.5 hours |
| Charging connector | Type 2 |
| DC fast charging | up to 40 kW (CCS) |
Why 7.4 kW is enough for the Citigo-e iV
The Citigo-e iV always charges single-phase on AC. Put it on a charger with more power and the rate simply falls back to 7.2 kW. The car sets the maximum, not the charger. A 7.4 kW charger on a single-phase connection of 32 amps is therefore the logical choice. Already have a three-phase connection with an 11 kW charger? That works fine, but the Citigo-e iV will not charge any faster on it.
The Citigo-e iV uses a Type 2 connector, like almost every modern charger. At home you charge through the fixed cable of the station. Want to charge on the road or at someone else's place? Then a loose Type 2 charging cable is handy to keep to hand.
Which EV charger suits the Skoda Citigo-e iV?
Because the Citigo-e iV charges at 7.2 kW, you pick a 7.4 kW charger. Browse our 7.4 kW EV chargers, or start simply with our home charging stations.
A MID meter is a certified kWh meter that shows what you charge at home, apart from your household use. Be aware that at 7.4 kW our range has no charger with a built-in MID meter. These start at 11 kW. On this single-phase car an 11 kW charger would actually charge slower. The car uses only one of the three phases and drops to 3.7 kW. So a MID meter here means trading speed for measurement. You can compare our chargers with a MID meter and our 11 kW EV chargers to weigh it up.
We always advise having the connection done by a certified installer. That is safer and matters for your insurance. Wallbox Discounter arranges installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany. In Germany this runs through a free quotation rather than a booked service. Shipping is worldwide, but installation stays within those three countries.
How long does the Skoda Citigo-e iV take to charge?
With a 7.4 kW charger you fill the usable 32.3 kWh battery in about 4.5 hours from empty to full. Plug in at 23:00 and the car is well charged by morning, even after a flat battery. Only have a standard single-phase connection of 3.7 kW? Then a full charge takes about 9 hours, still fine for a night. On the road the Citigo-e iV fast charges over CCS at up to 40 kW. That brings the battery to about 80 percent in under an hour.
Frequently asked questions
Can I charge the Citigo-e iV faster with an 11 kW charger?
No. The Citigo-e iV has a single-phase on-board charger and charges at up to 7.2 kW on AC. On an 11 kW or 22 kW charger the rate falls back automatically. A 7.4 kW charger uses the car fully, without paying for extra power.
Do I need a charger with a MID meter?
A MID meter records exactly how much power you charge at home. At 7.4 kW, the power this car uses, our range has no charger with a built-in MID meter yet. These start at 11 kW, where this single-phase car would charge more slowly. So for the Citigo-e iV a MID meter is a trade-off, not a must.
Which connector does the Skoda Citigo-e iV use?
The Citigo-e iV charges with a Type 2 connector on AC and with CCS on fast charging. Type 2 is the European standard, so the car fits almost every modern charger in our range.