# Car battery Varta E13 12V 70Ah 640A

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> Varta E13 car battery 12V 70Ah 640A. Official Varta Distributor. Dynamic SLI range. Dimensions 278×175×190 mm, + terminal on the right. Check fitment by plate.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e13-12v-70ah-640a
- **Language**: en-GB
- **Brand**: VARTA
- **Reference**: BCOM-VARTA-E13
- **EAN**: 4016987167786
- **MPN**: E13
- **Price**: 68,90 €
- **Stock**: In stock

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | VARTA |
| Reference | E13 |
| Model | Dynamic SLI (antes Blue Dynamic) |
| Voltage (V) | 12 V |
| Largo | 278 mm |
| Ancho | 175 mm |
| Alto | 190 mm |
| Peso | 16.9 kg |
| Tecnología | Lead-acid |
| EAN | 4016987167786 |
| Terminal layout | Positive terminal on the right |
| Terminal type | 1 |
| Hold down | B13 |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 640 A |
| Capacity (C20) | 70 Ah (c20) |
| ETN | 5704090643122 |

## Quick description

**Varta E13 12V 70Ah 640A** is a starter battery with OEM-equivalent quality, designed for modern passenger cars. Delivers reliable cold-cranks even after weeks of inactivity and supports stable auxiliary loads (lights, 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
70 Ah C20

🔋 Cold cranking
640 A EN-1

📏 Dimensions
278×175×190 mm

⚙️ Technology
Lead-acid

🧭 Polarity
Positive on the right

⚖️ Weight
16,1 kg

🏷️ Model
Dynamic SLI

## Description

## Varta E13 Dynamic SLI (formerly Black Dynamic) 70Ah 640A 12V Car Battery

12*V* Voltage
70*Ah* Capacity
640*A* Cold cranking
16,9*kg* Weight

The **Varta E13 car battery** is the **12 V**, **70 Ah** model with **640 A** of cold cranking power (EN) from Varta's **Dynamic SLI (formerly Black Dynamic)** range, intended for cars with conventional starting, without a Start-Stop system. Its 278 × 175 × 190 mm dimensions and positive terminal on the right make it the exact replacement for the 70 Ah battery fitted as standard in many cars.
- Maintenance-free lead-acid technology: no topping up with water.
- Long service life with normal use and a charging system in good order.
- Reliable cold starting thanks to its high cranking current.
- Direct replacement for the original battery in cars without Start-Stop.

### Vehicles compatible with the Varta E13 battery

This battery is listed as compatible with more than 181 vehicles from manufacturers such as Renault, Citroën, Volkswagen, Plymouth, Peugeot and Auverland. It is a go-to option when you need a **battery for a Renault**, Citroën or other models that use this same format. Added to that list are models from Nissan, Jaguar, Fiat, Saab, Toyota, Alpina, Aro and Vauxhall. Not sure whether it is the one for your car? Check in seconds by entering your **registration** in our finder.

### Format and fitting of the Varta E13

Its external dimensions are 278 × 175 × 190 mm and it weighs 16,9 kg. The positive terminal on the right determines which side the cables end up on: it is the detail that causes the most buying mistakes, so it is worth checking before you order. It uses a B13 hold-down and terminal 1, the system that anchors it to the vehicle's battery tray. Checking the three dimensions and the terminal position before buying avoids the most common error when replacing a battery.

### The Varta E13 and the Dynamic SLI range

The **Dynamic SLI** is Varta's entry range for vehicles with traditional starting (without Start-Stop), bringing what used to be the Blue, Silver and Black Dynamic series together under a single name by technology. Its lead-calcium construction with optimised separators puts the emphasis on punchy starting and a long, maintenance-free life.
It covers the vast majority of conventional petrol and diesel cars on the European market. It is the sensible choice when you want German manufacturing quality without paying the premium for AGM or EFB technology the vehicle does not need.
This series uses lead-acid technology with plates optimised for a good balance between cranking power and service life. It is the natural successor when your car has no Start-Stop and came with a standard battery from new: the same thinking, without paying over the odds for a chemistry you do not need. *This battery used to belong to Varta's **Black Dynamic**, **Silver Dynamic** or **Black Dynamic** range; following the brand's commercial renaming (2025), it forms part of the new **Dynamic SLI** series.*

### Why choose a Varta battery

Varta is an original equipment (OEM) supplier to a good share of Europe's car manufacturers: many cars leave the factory with a Varta fitted. Buying a replacement means, in most cases, refitting the original battery with the same quality and the brand's official warranty.
Varta combines more than a century of experience with Clarios's industrial production: it is the battery many manufacturers choose as standard and one of the most recommended by workshops. Like every lead-acid battery, it is 100% recyclable.
More than 100 manufacturing parameters are checked on every Varta battery before it leaves the plant, a level of rigour that explains why so many workshops and manufacturers trust the brand as their first-choice replacement.

### Manufacturer's warranty

The Varta E13 battery comes with the **official manufacturer warranty**.

### Care and maintenance

To get the most out of it, keep the alternator in good order and avoid leaving lights or accessories on with the engine switched off. Repeated very short journeys are its main enemy: they stop the battery from recharging fully and shorten its life. If the car is going to stand unused for weeks, it is worth disconnecting the terminal or using a trickle charger so it does not drop below the safe threshold. Making sure the terminals are clean and properly tightened also helps towards reliable starting.

### Technical sheet

Download the official technical sheet for this battery with all the manufacturer data.
[Download technical sheet (PDF)](https://baterias.com/fichastecnicas/data-sheet-battery-varta-e13-70ah-640a-12v-en.pdf)

## Frequently asked questions

### How do I change this battery step by step?

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 our blog. 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 — with positive on the right 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 Varta E13 battery last?

Expected lifespan of the Varta E13 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 size is this 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.

### On which side is the positive of the E13 model?

Polarity: positive on the right. To identify it, place the battery in front of you with the terminals facing you and check which side the positive (+, marked with a red ring) is on. Before buying, verify the polarity matches your current battery: switching polarity forces longer cables or system reconfiguration, with short-circuit risk.

### What ETN and EAN codes does the Varta E13 battery have?

The manufacturer reference (MPN) is E13 and its ETN code is 5704090643122 (short form 570 409 064), the European identifier used in spare-part catalogues. The EAN-13 barcode is 4016987167786. It belongs to the Varta Dynamic SLI range. Any of these codes identifies exactly this battery when requesting quotes or comparing prices.

### Will the Varta E13 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 E13 fits 181 verified vehicle versions in our database.

### Which batteries are equivalent to the Varta E13?

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 181 vehicles. Most searched:

- [RENAULT TRAFIC Van (T\_, P\_, V\_) (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/renault/trafic-van-t_-p_-v)
- [RENAULT TRAFIC Platform/Chassis (T\_, P\_, V\_) (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/renault/trafic-platformchassis-t_-p_-v)
- [RENAULT TRAFIC Bus (T\_, P\_, V\_) (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/renault/trafic-bus-t_-p_-v)
- [SEAT IBIZA II (6K1) (1993)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/seat/ibiza-ii-6k1)
- [VOLKSWAGEN GOLF III (1H1) (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volkswagen/golf-iii-1h1)
- [ARO 240-244 (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/aro/240-244)
- [PEUGEOT 505 (551A) (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/peugeot/505-551a)
- [AUVERLAND A3 Open Off-Road Vehicle (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/auverland/a3-open-off-road-vehicle)
- [PLYMOUTH VOYAGER / GRAND VOYAGER (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/plymouth/voyager-grand-voyager)
- [AUVERLAND A3 Closed Off-Road Vehicle (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/auverland/a3-closed-off-road-vehicle)
- [VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT B3/B4 Variant (3A5, 35I) (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volkswagen/passat-b3b4-variant-3a5-35i)
- [NISSAN X-TRAIL I (T30) (2001)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/nissan/x-trail-i-t30)
- [SAAB 9000 Hatchback (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/saab/9000-hatchback)
- [CITROËN XM (Y3) (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/citroen/xm-y3)
- [VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT B3/B4 (3A2, 35I) (1990)](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volkswagen/passat-b3b4-3a2-35i)

## Equivalent batteries

- [EXIDE EC700](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-exide-ec700-12v-70ah-640a)
- [TUDOR TC700](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-tudor-tc700-12v-70ah-640a)
- [TUDOR TA770](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-tudor-ta770-77ah-760a)
- [TUDOR TB740](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-tudor-tb740-74ah-680a)
- [VARTA E11](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e11-12v-74ah-680a)
- [VARTA E44](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e44-12v-77ah-780a)
- [EXIDE EA770](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-exide-ea770-12v-77ah-760a)
- [EXIDE EB740](https://baterias.com/gb/battery-exide-eb740-12v-74ah-680a)

## Reviews

- **Average rating**: 4.67 / 5 (3 reviews)

## Technical team (editorial authorship)

The FAQs, guides and comparisons on this site are reviewed by the baterias.com technical team — automotive battery specialists since 2012.

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