Varta E38 · Car battery 12V 74Ah 750A
Specifications
| Brand | VARTA |
|---|---|
| Part number | E38 |
| Voltage (V) | 12 |
| Capacity (C20) | 74Ah (c20) |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Length | 278.00 mm |
| Width | 175.00 mm |
| Height | 175.00 mm |
| Weight | 17.4 Kgs |
€83.80
VAT included
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- ★★★★★Eugenio V.:
La monté en un Audi Coupe de 1993, que hace unos 10.000 km al año y duerme en la calle. La anterior me duró seis años. Esta lleva ocho me…
- ★★★★★Luis Angel O.:
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- ★★★★★Julio A.:
Instalación superfácil, arranca a la primera, está montada en un Passat 2.0 TDI 170 cv. o 125 Kw. encaja en el hueco perfectamente, el mo…
Varta E38 12V 74Ah 750A 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?
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Voltage
12 V
Capacity
74 Ah
Cold cranking
750 A
Dimensions
278×175×175 mm
Technology
Lead-acid
Polarity
Positive on the right
Weight
16,8 kg
Model
Dynamic SLI
Varta E38 Dynamic SLI (formerly Silver Dynamic) 74Ah 750A 12V Car Battery
12VVoltage
74AhCapacity
750ACold cranking
17,4kgWeight
The Varta E38 car battery is the 12 V, 74 Ah model with 750 A of cold cranking power (EN) from Varta's Dynamic SLI (formerly Silver Dynamic) range, intended for cars with conventional starting, without a Start-Stop system. It replaces the original battery with no modifications in cars using the 278 × 175 × 175 mm format: the same 74 Ah capacity and the same terminal layout (positive on the right).
- Long service life with normal use and a charging system in good order.
- Maintenance-free lead-acid technology: no topping up with water.
- Direct replacement for the original battery in cars without Start-Stop.
- Reliable cold starting thanks to its high cranking current.
Vehicles compatible with the Varta E38 battery
According to our database, the Varta E38 is fitted to more than 383 vehicles from brands such as Ford, Opel, Renault, Vauxhall, Nissan and Audi, among others. It is a go-to option when you need a battery for a Ford, Opel or other models that use this same format. It also appears as a replacement in vehicles from Chevrolet, BMW, Volvo, Lotus, Volkswagen, Seat, MG and Cadillac, among other manufacturers. 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 E38
In terms of format, the Varta E38 measures 278 × 175 × 175 mm (length × width × height) and weighs 17,4 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. Before replacing it, measure the space your current battery occupies: if it matches on all three dimensions and on terminal position, the swap is direct and needs no adapters.
The Varta E38 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 Silver 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.
Behind Varta is Clarios, one of the largest manufacturers of starter batteries in the world and a supplier to the assembly lines of numerous car brands. That German engineering heritage translates into reliable starting year after year.
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 E38 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.
BCOM-VARTA-E38
Data sheet
- Brand
- VARTA
- Reference
- E38
- Model
- Varta Dynamic SLI
- Voltage (V)
- 12
- Length
- 278.00 mm
- Width
- 175.00 mm
- Height
- 175.00 mm
- Weight
- 17.4 Kgs
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- EAN
- 4016987167410
- Terminal layout
- Positive terminal on the right
- Terminal type
- 1
- Hold-down
- B13
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 750A
- Capacity (C20)
- 74Ah (c20)
- ETN
- 5744020753162
Specific References
- EAN13
- 4016987167410
- MPN
- E38
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Verified purchasesLatest verified reviews
★★★★★Eugenio V.Verified purchase
26/09/2026Muy adecuada
La monté en un Audi Coupe de 1993, que hace unos 10.000 km al año y duerme en la calle. La anterior me duró seis años. Esta lleva ocho meses y en enero, con helada y a las siete de la mañana, arrancó a la primera sin pensarlo. El hueco es el mismo y la sujeción me valió tal cual; la cambié yo en el garaje en quince minutos.
★★★★★Luis Angel O.Verified purchase
22/09/2026baterias.com y varta lo mejor
Instalacion sencilla, cambiar la bateria en un opel zafira es sencillisimo. En frio no lo se acabamos de salir de un pesado verano y mi coche duerme en garaje. no es para start-stop. La anterior, misma bateria duro 5 años y medio.
★★★★★Julio A.Verified purchase
20/09/2026Simplemente "ES VARTA"
Instalación superfácil, arranca a la primera, está montada en un Passat 2.0 TDI 170 cv. o 125 Kw. encaja en el hueco perfectamente, el montaje lo he realizado yo mismo, una llave 10/11 plana o estrella para los bornes y una 12/13 de tubo y plana para la sujección, esta bateria es la tercera que monto, me dura aproximadamente 5 años. y no es start-stop. volveré a comprar otra vez si no sale una nueva mejor.
★★★★★Natan F.Verified purchase
18/09/2026Satisfecho
Buen funcionamiento en frío, sin ningún problema de arranque, Tengo un Opel Astra J 1.7 de 110CV diesel sin sistema Start-Stop. En mi caso decidí llevarla a un taller para montarla pero sin ningún problema...estoy satisfecho..
★★★★★José L.Verified purchase
18/09/2026Até agora estou satisfeito.
Correu normal arranca sempre há primeira.Mas ainda estamos no tempo quente . Já tinha comprado uma igual há três anos .
★★★★★Jose Manuel P.Verified purchase
16/09/2026MERECE LA PENA
6 años me duró la anterior comprada también aquí, y a un precio muy inferior al de otros vendedores físicos o web. El transporte inmejorable, ni 24 horas hasta mí casa en un pueblo de Madrid, fue llegar, colocarla y voilà. Ya se la vida de este elemento, y cuando necesite otra, ya se a quien comprar
★★★★★cesar b.Verified purchase
14/09/2026Total confianza en esta bateria y en esta tienda online
Me llego en menos de 48h, la compra fue sencilla y en la web t guian sobre la bateria apropiada para el vehículo, ponerla en mi caso fue sencillo es un megane 2 del 2002, espero que me dure como la anterior del mismo modelo y marca, unos 6 años
★★★★★CustomerVerified purchase
30/08/2026Batería según se indicaciones.
Ha llegado rápido y sin problemas de entrega.
★★★★★Santiago L.Verified purchase
27/08/2026La mejor que he tenido
Una batería muy potente, arranca el diesel como si fuera un molinillo de café, fácil de instalar. Sin duda, la mejor
★★★★★Pedro O.Verified purchase
25/08/2026MUITO SEGURA
ENTREGA A HORAS.
MONTAGEM PROPRIA, SEM PROBLEMAS
★★★★★CARLOS P.Verified purchase
18/08/2026ok
A falta de que llegue el invierno para ver que tal le sientan las noches al raso, perfecta, arranque a la primera.
Tengo un Toledo tdi del 2001 (encajó perfecta en el hueco) y le hago pocos kilómetros al año, con varios arranques en frio durante el día.
La anterior batería me duró; o acabó con mi paciencia en, cuatro años. Fue la que me pusieron en el taller. Anteriormente le había puesto yo esta misma y duró unos 7 años.
★★★★★Felipe
01/08/2026¿Valorar?
Es imposible valorar una batería al recibirla. Si, de aspecto y construcción, muy bien. Lo demás no lo se, ya se verá.
★★★★★Mohamed Gallardo
30/07/2026Os recomiendo comprar en baterias.com
Compré una VARTA E38 en baterias.com y todo perfecto
★★★★★Jose Manuel Molina
26/07/2026Excelente
La fecha de fabricación de la batería era reciente, tal y como me prometieron
★★★★★CustomerVerified purchase
13/07/2026Servicio 14 horas FALSO
El producto llego en buenas condiciones y por lo pronto cumple, pero en tan solo 1 día poco puedo decir. Hice la compra URGENTE que sé supone se manda en las 14 horas posteriores. La compre un sábado de madrugada, me debería de haber llegado el lunes y la recibí el martes. Lo que viene a ser entre 1 y 2 días habiles. Me podía haber ahorrado los 12€ de más. Si haces tu pedido un viernes o sábado, ya sabes...
★★★★★Francisco
05/07/2026Bateria Varta E38
Fiquei satisfeito com o produto que comprei, bateria de boa qualidade e preço muito bom.
Entrega muito rápida Mrw;quando precisar voltarei a comprar.
★★★★★Ignacio Cabrera
05/07/2026Buen servicio
Excelente atención al cliente
★★★★★Mariano Martínez
04/07/2026Mejor batería calidad precio
Como dice el título mejor compra no se puede hacer. Sitio totalmente recomendable para comprar. Envy rápido.
★★★★★CustomerVerified purchase
03/07/2026Muy satisfecho
Producto excelente y envío muy rápido
★★★★★CustomerVerified purchase
03/07/2026muy buen vendedor y muy atento
todo perfecto como lo esperaba en calidad y precio no se puede pedir mas si necesitas una batería no dudes en pedirla
★★★★★Angel Delgado
17/06/2026Muy bien
Mejores precios que la competencia
★★★★★CustomerVerified purchase
11/06/2026Todo bien
El único pero la pegatina del wnbio de mrw va pegada directamente a la bateria y lego no hay quien la quite
★★★★★Miguel Angel Roman
08/06/2026Excelente servicio
Servicio inmejorable, me asesoraron y recibí mi batería al día siguiente
★★★★★Santiago Mendez
03/06/2026Gracias
Mejor atención que la competencia. En otros sitios, ni cogen el teléfono
★★★★★José M.
30/05/2026Varta E38
Pedido realizado a las 16:45
Entrega en menos de 48h por MRW.
Sin embalaje, la batería tiene algún roce del transporte o almacenaje. Un poco sucia.
Con precinto en las tapas de los bordes.
Bornes sin marcas de uso.
Potencia 12,63V
En el culo de la batería se ve la fecha de fabricación de la batería de este año. No tiene por tanto más de 5 meses.
Compra recomendada a falta de ver la duración de la batería.
★★★★★Agustin Perez
30/05/2026Todo bien
Buen precio y asesoramiento
★★★★★CustomerVerified purchase
25/05/2026Buena compra
Envío rápido y en los tiempos que dicen.
Lo único que me hubiese encantado para darles un 10 sería que la batería viniese mejor protegida ya que me ha llegado la batería sin más. Pero bueno es un detalle para la excelencia, pero me hubiese gustado ya que daría una sensación de protección mayor y confianza.
★★★★★Ricardo Herrera
23/05/2026Muy buen servicio
Me atendieron muy bien
★★★★★Jose Maria Garcia
17/05/2026El servicio fue excelente
Un gran servicio y precios muy buenos
★★★★★Felipe Leon
09/05/2026Me atendieron muy bien
La atención al cliente es lo mejor de esta web. Muy por encima de la competencia.
Codes and references Varta E38
| Brand | Varta · see all batteries Varta |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer range | Dynamic SLI (formerly Silver Dynamic) |
| Manufacturer reference (MPN) | E38 |
| ETN code | 5744020753162 (short form 574 402 075) |
| EAN-13 barcode | 4016987167410 |
| European case size (EN 50342-2) | LB3 |
| Dimensions (length × width × height) | 278 × 175 × 175 mm (278x175x175) |
Comparison: Varta E38 vs equivalents
The Varta E38 is interchangeable with these equivalent references: TA722 (Tudor), TB712 (Tudor), E43 (Varta), E9 (Varta), EA722 (Exide).
| Product | Specifications | Technology | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
Varta
E38
This battery
|
12V 74Ah 750A | Lead-acid | €83.80 |
Tudor
TA722
|
12V 72Ah 720A | Lead-acid | €65.30 |
Tudor
TB712
|
12V 71Ah 670A | Lead-acid | €73.60 |
Varta
E43
|
12V 72Ah 680A | Lead-acid | €83.80 |
Varta
E9
|
12V 70Ah 640A | Lead-acid | €68.20 |
Exide
EA722
|
12V 72Ah 720A | Lead-acid | €59.20 |
Equivalences verified by our technical team: same dimensions, polarity, capacity and CCA. Official manufacturer warranty on every option.
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Compatible vehicles
The Varta E38 fits 436 vehicles. Most searched below:
FORDS-MAX (WA6)2006FORDFIESTA VI (CB1, CCN)2008RENAULTMEGANE II Estate (KM0/1_)2003NISSANX-TRAIL I (T30)2001RENAULTCLIO II (BB_, CB_)1998
See all 436 compatible vehicles 
How to change the battery
Step-by-step guide to replace your car battery in 15-30 minutes (longer if the battery is under the seat or in the boot) without losing vehicle settings.
Step 1. Prepare the vehicle
Park on a flat surface, switch off the engine and remove the key. Make sure all lights and electrical accessories are off. Wait 1-2 minutes before starting.
Step 2. Locate the battery
Open the bonnet. The battery is usually in the engine bay, but in many modern cars it may be in the boot or under the passenger seat. Check the manual if you cannot find it.
Step 3. Disconnect the negative (−) terminal
Use the 10 mm wrench to loosen the negative cable nut (black, marked −) and remove the cable from the post. Move it aside so it cannot touch any bodywork.
Step 4. Disconnect the positive (+) terminal
Repeat with the positive cable (red, marked +). Important: never let a terminal touch metal of the car while the other is still connected.
Step 5. Remove the old battery
Loosen the bottom hold-down clamp with the same wrench. Lift the battery carefully (it can weigh 15-25 kg). Clean the tray with a brush and baking soda if there is corrosion.
Step 6. Install the new battery
Place the battery in the same orientation as the old one (positive terminal on the same side). Tighten the hold-down clamp firmly.
Step 7. Connect the cables
Connect the positive (+) terminal first, then the negative (−). Tighten the nuts with the wrench until each terminal does not move. Apply anti-spark grease if you have any.
Step 8. Verify the engine starts
Close the bonnet. Start the engine to confirm everything works. On cars with Start-Stop or a BMS, you may need to register the battery via OBD so the alternator applies the correct charging profile.
Frequently asked questions
How is the Varta E38 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 Varta E38 battery last?
Expected lifespan of the Varta E38 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 278×175×175 mm — also written as 278x175x175 mm and correspond to the European LB3 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.
What ETN and EAN codes does the Varta E38 battery have?
The manufacturer reference (MPN) is E38 and its ETN code is 5744020753162 (short form 574 402 075), the European identifier used in spare-part catalogues. The EAN-13 barcode is 4016987167410. It belongs to the Varta Dynamic SLI range. Any of these codes identifies exactly this battery when requesting quotes or comparing prices.
Is the E38 valid for my vehicle?
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 E38 fits 436 verified vehicle versions in our database.
Which batteries are equivalent to the Varta E38?
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.
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