# Car battery Varta F16 12V 80Ah 740A ![Car battery Varta F16 12V 80Ah 740A](https://baterias.com/4124-home_default/battery-varta-f16-12v-80ah-740a.jpg) > Varta F16 car battery 12V 80Ah 740A. Official Varta Distributor. Dynamic SLI range. Dimensions 315×175×190 mm, + terminal on the right. Check fitment by plate. **Category:** [Car Batteries](https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries) → [VARTA](https://baterias.com/gb/varta) - **Canonical URL**: https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f16-12v-80ah-740a - **Language**: en-GB - **Brand**: VARTA - **Reference**: BCOM-VARTA-F16 - **EAN**: 4016987167670 - **MPN**: F16 - **Price**: 87,80 € - **Stock**: In stock ## Technical specifications | Feature | Value | |---|---| | Brand | VARTA | | Reference | F16 | | Model | Dynamic SLI (antes Blue Dynamic) | | Voltage (V) | 12 V | | Largo | 315 mm | | Ancho | 175 mm | | Alto | 190 mm | | Peso | 18.8 kg | | Tecnología | Lead-acid | | EAN | 4016987167670 | | Terminal layout | Positive terminal on the right | | Terminal type | 1 | | Hold down | B13 | | Cold cranking amps (EN) | 740 A | | Capacity (C20) | 80 Ah (c20) | | ETN | 5804000743132 | ## Quick description **Varta F16 12V 80Ah 740A** is a passenger car battery with factory-guaranteed cranking power and extended service life. OEM quality at white-label prices: calcium-silver grids, low self-discharge and compatible with all modern electrical systems. ## 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 80 Ah C20 🔋 Cold cranking 740 A EN-1 📏 Dimensions 315×175×190 mm ⚙️ Technology Lead-acid 🧭 Polarity Positive on the right ⚖️ Weight 18,47 kg 🏷️ Model Dynamic SLI ## Description ## Varta F16 Dynamic SLI (formerly Blue Dynamic) 80Ah 740A 12V Car Battery 12*V* Voltage 80*Ah* Capacity 740*A* Cold cranking 18,8*kg* Weight The **Varta F16 car battery** is the **12 V**, **80 Ah** model with **740 A** of cold cranking power (EN) from Varta's **Dynamic SLI (formerly Blue 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 315 × 175 × 190 mm format: the same 80 Ah capacity and the same terminal layout (positive on the right). - Direct replacement for the original battery in cars without Start-Stop. - Reliable cold starting thanks to its high cranking current. - Long service life with normal use and a charging system in good order. - Maintenance-free lead-acid technology: no topping up with water. ### Vehicles compatible with the Varta F16 battery According to our database, the Varta F16 is fitted to more than 113 vehicles from brands such as Renault, Volkswagen, Audi, Toyota, Chevrolet and RAM, among others. It is a go-to option when you need a **battery for a Renault**, Volkswagen or other models that use this same format. It also appears as a replacement in vehicles from Dodge, Chrysler, Fiat, Hyundai, Jeep, BMW, Ford and Opel, among other manufacturers. It covers 6 original equipment references, one of the widest coverages in its format. 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 F16 In terms of format, the Varta F16 measures 315 × 175 × 190 mm (length × width × height) and weighs 18,8 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 F16 and the Dynamic SLI range The **Dynamic SLI** series (blue label) is Varta's lead-acid line for cars with conventional starting, without Start-Stop. It succeeds the Blue, Silver and Black Dynamic ranges and keeps the calcium-silver grid technology that guarantees low self-discharge and reliable cold starting, with no maintenance required. Aimed at the bulk of the car and van fleet, it offers Varta's classic balance between cranking power and durability at a moderate price: the logical replacement for the original battery in a car without Start-Stop. Compared with an EFB or AGM Start-Stop battery, this range puts the emphasis on a keen price and punchy starting in conventional cars. With proper care — avoiding deep discharges and checking the alternator — a battery from this series delivers several years of trouble-free service. *This battery used to belong to Varta's **Blue 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 batteries are made under the Clarios group with German technology and quality controls that make them one of the best-selling choices in Europe. As a lead battery, it is 100% recyclable through any collection point. Manufactured by Clarios to German standards, Varta is one of the world's benchmark brands in starter batteries and an OEM supplier to the leading car makers. Choosing it as a replacement guarantees specifications equal to or better than the originals. 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 F16 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-f16-80ah-740a-12v-en.pdf) ## Frequently asked questions ### How is the Varta F16 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 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 many years does this battery last? Expected lifespan of the Varta F16 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 315×175×190 mm — also written as 315x175x190 mm and correspond to the European L4 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 F16 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 barcode does this battery have? The manufacturer reference (MPN) is F16 and its ETN code is 5804000743132 (short form 580 400 074), the European identifier used in spare-part catalogues. The EAN-13 barcode is 4016987167670. 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 F16 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 F16 fits 144 verified vehicle versions in our database. ### What are the equivalents of the F16 model? 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 144 vehicles. 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