Mercedes C350e EV charger: which one suits your car best?
The Mercedes C350e charges at home with a maximum of 3.6 kW on a single phase. That figure is low on purpose. This plug-in hybrid carries a battery of only 6.4 kWh, so a simple home charger fills it in about two hours. You do not need a powerful 22 kW unit for this car. A basic model with a Type 2 connection is more than enough. Want to compare the other versions? Browse all Mercedes-Benz EV chargers in our overview.
For the Mercedes C350e we recommend a charger from our 11 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the Mercedes C350e
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | approx. 6.4 kWh |
| Max. AC charging power (at home) | 3.6 kW (single-phase) |
| Range (NEDC) | approx. 31 km (real-world range is lower) |
| Charging time with a home charger | approx. 2 hours |
| Charging plug | Type 2 |
| DC fast charging | Not available |
Which EV charger suits the Mercedes C350e?
Because the C350e draws only 3.6 kW on one phase, the car sets the pace, not the charger. We still point you to an 11 kW model. The C350e uses just a third of that power. Your installation is then ready for a next EV with a larger battery.
At this power level you will find a charger with a built-in MID meter, though the choice is limited: most models with a certified meter are 22 kW versions. That meter records your charging separately from the rest of your household. It turns your charging costs into a figure you can actually read, instead of an unexplained rise on your energy bill.
Compare the full range of 11 kW EV chargers, or narrow it down to a charging station with a MID meter. If your fuse box is already busy, look at the models with dynamic load balancing. They measure how much power is free and turn the charger down by themselves. For a first charger at home, our home EV chargers are the easiest place to start.
How long does the Mercedes C350e take to charge?
The sum is simple. A battery of 6.4 kWh divided by 3.6 kW comes out at just under two hours for a full charge. In practice you top the C350e up while you cook, or over the course of an evening. A charger with more power does not speed this up, because the car caps the rate at 3.6 kW. The C350e uses a Type 2 connection. At home you plug into the socket on the charger itself. A separate Type 2 charging cable is only useful when you charge away from home.
Other versions of the Mercedes C-Class
Wallbox Discounter also has charging advice for the other plug-in versions of the Mercedes C-Class:
- Mercedes C 350e Plug-in Estate, the estate body
- Mercedes-Benz C 300, the newer plug-in hybrid with a larger battery
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a three-phase EV charger for the Mercedes C350e?
No. The C350e charges on a single phase at 3.6 kW, so a single-phase charger is technically enough. We still suggest an 11 kW model. It costs little extra and stays useful once you drive a car with a bigger battery.
Why does a MID meter matter for my C350e?
A MID meter is a certified kWh meter built into the charger. It records exactly how much electricity your car takes at home, apart from your other household use. That answers the question every driver eventually asks: what does charging at home actually cost me? Not every 11 kW model carries one, so look for it in the specification.
Does the charger have to be installed by an electrician?
We always recommend having the connection made by a certified electrician. It is safer and it matters for your insurance. Wallbox Discounter arranges installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany. In Germany you request a free quote first, instead of ordering the installation with your charger. Outside those three countries we ship worldwide, but we do not install.