Electric Charger cables and the BMW X540e
The BMW X540e is a premium and stylish large SUV electric car that is a pleasure to drive. This is a high performing and powerful car which provides a fantastic driving experience. The BMW X540e has a luxurious and stylish feel and is a great economical choice of electric car. Here are some of the key BMW X540e‘s specs:
- 2 litre four cylinder petrol engine and electric motor
 - 230bhp
 - 9kWH battery
 - 86 mpg
 - Up to 130 mph
 - Approx 3 hours 45 mins recharge time with a standard 3 pin plug, reduced to 2.5 hours using a dedicated home charging point
 - Battery range of up to 19 miles
 
The BMW X540e’s battery has a type 2 charging socket on the right-hand side at the front of the car that requires a type 2 EV charging cable. The portable type 2 charger is the best choice, and this is a 16amp single phase 240v type 2 to type 2 EV charging cable. This can be used at dedicated charging points across UK and Europe. You can also purchase a selection of conversion cables for the BMW X540e. All of these are 62196-2 male to female plug type 2, weather proof and CE & TU approved. They are:
- Three phase 32A type 2 to type 2 – Rated voltage 240v, rated current 32A, charges at up to 22kw per hour
 - Three phase 16A type 2 to type 2 – Rated voltage 240v, rated current 16A, charges at up to 11kw per hour
 - Single phase 32A type 2 to type 2 – Rated voltage 240v, rated current 16A, charges at up to 11kw per hour
 - Single phase 16A type 2 to type 2 – Rated voltage 240v, rated current 32A, charges at up to 22kw per hour