# Car battery Exide EB740 12V 74Ah 680A ![Car battery Exide EB740 12V 74Ah 680A](https://baterias.com/5468-home_default/battery-exide-eb740-12v-74ah-680a.jpg) > Exide EB740 car battery 12V 74Ah 680A. Excell range. Dimensions 278×175×190 mm, + terminal on the right. Check fitment by plate. **Category:** [Car Batteries](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries) → [EXIDE](https://baterias.com/gb/exide) - **Canonical URL**: https://baterias.com/gb/battery-exide-eb740-12v-74ah-680a - **Language**: en-GB - **Brand**: EXIDE - **Reference**: BCOM-EXIDE-EB740 - **EAN**: 3661024034555 - **MPN**: EB740 - **Price**: 59,10 € - **Stock**: In stock ## Technical specifications | Feature | Value | |---|---| | Brand | EXIDE | | Reference | EB740 | | Model | EXIDE EXCELL | | Voltage (V) | 12 V | | Largo | 278 cm | | Ancho | 175 cm | | Alto | 190 cm | | Peso | 16.6 kg | | Tecnología | Lead-acid | | EAN | 3661024034555 | | Terminal layout | Positive terminal on the right | | Terminal type | 1 | | Hold down | B13 | | Cold cranking amps (EN) | 680 A | | Capacity (C20) | 74 Ah (c20) | | Case type | L3 | ## Quick description **Exide EB740 12V 74Ah 680A** is a ready-to-use passenger car battery, sealed and maintenance-free. Delivers the cranking amps the engine needs in cold weather and keeps stable voltage for modern car loads (ECU, sensors, climate control, infotainment). ### Why this car battery? - **Original-equipment quality** without dealership prices - **Lasts 4 to 6 years** buy once instead of twice - **Real human tech support** if you have any doubts before buying 🔌 Voltage 12 V ⚡ Capacity 74 Ah C20 🔋 Cold cranking 680 A EN-1 📏 Dimensions 278×175×190 mm ⚙️ Technology Lead-acid 🧭 Polarity Positive on the right ⚖️ Weight 16,6 kg 🏷️ Model EXIDE Excell ## Description ## Car battery Exide EB740 Excell 74Ah 680A 12V 12*V* Voltage 74*Ah* Capacity 680*A* Cold cranking 16.60*kg* Weight The **Exide EB740 car battery** is rated at **12 V**, **74 Ah** and **680 A** of cold cranking current (EN) from the **Excell** range, and is designed for passenger cars with conventional starting, without a Start-Stop system. Measuring 278 × 175 × 190 mm and the positive terminal on the right, it is the direct replacement for cars fitted from the factory with a 74 Ah battery of this format. - Low self-discharge: copes with long stops without losing charge. - Designed to last several years under normal daily use. - Good balance of capacity, cranking power and price. - Stable voltage for the vehicle electronics (ECU, sensors, climate control). ### Vehicles compatible with the Exide EB740 This battery appears as compatible in more than 1,831 vehicles from manufacturers such as Citroën, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Volkswagen, Chevrolet and Peugeot. If you are looking for a **battery for a Citroën** or Mercedes-Benz with these dimensions, the EB740 is one of the usual replacement references. The compatibility list also includes models from Audi, BMW, Fiat, Toyota, Nissan, Ford, Cadillac and Volvo. It covers 410 original-equipment references, one of the widest coverages in its format. ### The Exide EB740: Excell range and conventional lead-acid technology The EB740 is part of the Exide **Excell** range. Choosing the right reference within the series comes down to capacity, dimensions and terminals: technology and quality are common to the whole family. Conventional lead-acid is the benchmark against which other technologies are compared: good cranking current, great tolerance to alternator charging and the best price per amp-hour. ### Size, terminals and hold-down of the Exide EB740 The Exide EB740 is made in the 278 × 175 × 190 mm format and weighs 16.60 kg. The positive terminal on the right decides which side the cables end up on: it is the detail that causes most buying mistakes, so check it before ordering. It uses a B13 hold-down and 1 terminals, the system that anchors and connects it in the vehicle. Checking the three dimensions and the terminal position before buying avoids the most common mistake when replacing a battery. ### Exide: the maker behind the EB740 With more than a century of history, Exide Technologies manufactures automotive, marine, motorcycle and industrial batteries in Europe. Its presence as original equipment on assembly lines vouches for the quality of every reference. At baterias.com we work directly with the manufacturer or its official distributor: real stock, brand-new product and official warranty. ### How to make it last longer Avoid leaving lights or accessories on with the engine off: most batteries fail not through defects but through repeated deep discharges. In normal daily use the alternator keeps the battery charged; if the car stands for weeks, a maintenance charge once a month prevents deep discharge. ### Warranty and coverage The Exide EB740 comes with the **manufacturer's official warranty** against manufacturing defects; the exact period is stated in the brand's conditions. If it fails through a defect within the period, we replace it free of charge. ### Shipping, delivery and returns Order **before [[ks:cutoff]]** with stock available and it leaves today: mainland Spain and Portugal receive it in 24-48 working hours, the islands and the rest of the EU in 3 to 5 days. You have **[[ks:return_days]] days** to return it if it has not been installed, with free collection on the mainland, and shipment tracking by email. ## Frequently asked questions ### How is the Exide EB740 battery installed in the vehicle? In most cars it fits in 15-30 minutes with a 10 mm wrench; if the battery is under the seat or in the boot the time can double. See the step-by-step guide on this page. Quick summary: 1) switch off the engine and remove the key; 2) locate the original battery (engine bay, boot or under seat); 3) disconnect the negative (−) terminal first, then the positive (+); 4) loosen the hold-down clamp and remove the old battery; 5) fit the new one in the same orientation — match the polarity shown on the product sheet; 6) connect the positive (+) first, then the negative (−). On cars with Start-Stop or BMS, register the battery via OBD so the alternator applies the correct charging profile. ### How long does the Exide EB740 battery last? Expected lifespan of the Exide EB740 is 4 to 6 years in regular car use without Start-Stop. In cold regions it drops slightly due to cold-start stress; in very hot regions it also drops because of electrolyte evaporation. To extend its life: avoid deep discharges (headlights on with engine off), have the alternator checked yearly, and keep the battery clean and properly secured. ### What are the dimensions of the Exide EB740 battery? Dimensions (length × width × height) are 278×175×190 mm — also written as 278x175x190 mm and correspond to the European L3 case size — following the European DIN standard. Always measure the space in your car before buying: even one extra millimetre can prevent the hold-down clamp from closing. The height shown includes the terminals. ### Will the Exide EB740 battery fit my car? Three options to confirm: 1) enter your number plate in the finder (DGT/DVLA/KBA auto-detect your model and engine); 2) check the "Compatible vehicles" tab on this page, where we list every vehicle verified by our technical team; 3) if you cannot find your model, message us on WhatsApp with brand, model, engine and year — we reply during business hours (Mon–Fri 10:00–13:30 and 16:40–18:00 (Spanish time, CET)). The EB740 fits 1,831 verified vehicle versions in our database. ### Which batteries are equivalent to the Exide EB740? Directly interchangeable batteries (same dimensions, same polarity, same Ah and CCA) are the OEM equivalents from leading brands: Bosch, Tudor, Exide and, depending on the model, Banner or Yuasa. Exact equivalence depends on technology — an EFB cannot be replaced with a conventional battery in Start-Stop cars. See the "Equivalents" section to view recommended options at the same performance level. ## Compatible vehicles This battery fits 1831 vehicles. Most searched: - [MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (W447) (2014)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/v-class-w447) - [AUDI A6 C6 (4F2) (2004)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/audi/a6-c6-4f2) - [MERCEDES-BENZ VITO / MIXTO Van (W639) (2003)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/vito-mixto-van-w639) - [TOYOTA FORTUNER (\_N15\_, \_N16\_) (2015)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/toyota/fortuner-_n15_-_n16) - [MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Van (W447) (2014)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/vito-van-w447) - [CITROËN C8 (EA\_, EB\_) (2002)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/citroen/c8-ea_-eb) - [BMW 3 Coupe (E92) (2005)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/bmw/3-coupe-e92) - [BMW 3 (E90) (2004)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/bmw/3-e90) - [FORD ESCAPE (2001)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ford/escape) - [RENAULT KANGOO / GRAND KANGOO II (KW0/1\_) (2008)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/renault/kangoo-grand-kangoo-ii-kw01) - [RENAULT VEL SATIS (BJ0\_) (2002)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/renault/vel-satis-bj0) - [BMW X3 (E83) (2003)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/bmw/x3-e83) - [VOLKSWAGEN GOLF V (1K1) (2003)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volkswagen/golf-v-1k1) - [PEUGEOT 3008 I MPV (0U\_) (2009)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/peugeot/3008-i-mpv-0u) - [AUDI A4 B5 (8D2) (1994)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/audi/a4-b5-8d2) ## Equivalent batteries - [TUDOR TB740](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-tudor-tb740-74ah-680a) - [VARTA E11](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e11-12v-74ah-680a) - [VARTA E13](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e13-12v-70ah-640a) - [EXIDE EC700](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-exide-ec700-12v-70ah-640a) - [TUDOR TC700](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-tudor-tc700-12v-70ah-640a) ## Reviews - **Average rating**: 4.85 / 5 (81 reviews) ## Technical team (editorial authorship) The FAQs, guides and comparisons on this site are reviewed by the baterias.com technical team — over 25 years of experience validating automotive batteries. → https://baterias.com/gb/technical-team --- *baterias.com — Automotive batteries · 2026-09-30*