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BMW 3 318 i

Batteries for BMW 3 318 i 118 hp (petrol, 1997-2001)

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Which battery does a BMW 3 318 i need?

Specifications and battery: 318 i (118 hp)

BMW 3 318 i (118 hp, petrol, 1997-2001) takes a conventional 60 Ah, 540 A battery (242 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.

Battery for BMW 3 (E46)
Brand
BMW
Model
3 (E46)
Built
12/1997 - 09/2001
Power
87 kW / 118 hp
Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc (1.9 L)
Cylinders
4
Body type
Saloon
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine codes
M43 B19 (194E1)

Battery for this engine

VersionTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Size (L×W×H)Polarity
MainConventional60 Ah540 A242 × 175 × 190 mm+ on the right

The same batteries also fit the 316 i (105 hp), 316 i (115 hp), 318 i (136 hp) and 318 i (143 hp) engines of this model.

Data: vehicle specifications and the battery manufacturer's application catalogue.

🔧 Battery Expert Advisor

Battery analysis for your BMW 3 318 i

Quick answer You need an ordinary lead-acid battery of 60 Ah. Our recommendation: VARTA D24.

VARTA D24
VARTAD24
ordinary lead-acid60 Ah540 A242×175×190
€64.95
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Prices and availability updated on 24/10/2026

Based on the batteries we found for your vehicle, our experts help you pick the right one.

📋 What we found

For your BMW 3 318 i we found 9 compatible batteries. This list includes 4 Start-Stop batteries and 5 conventional batteries (non Start-Stop).

⚡ Battery type for your vehicle

✓ Your BMW 3 318 i does not need a Start-Stop battery. The conventional ones shown fit your vehicle and are the most affordable option. If you want a higher-quality, longer-lasting battery, you can also fit an EFB or AGM as an upgrade — they are fully compatible and last more years.

🔋 Technology (AGM / EFB)

Do you know whether your car's current battery is AGM or EFB?

Check your battery label: "AGM" or "VRLA" means AGM; "EFB" means EFB. If it says neither, it is probably conventional: on a Start-Stop car, ask us before buying. Never fit a conventional battery on a Start-Stop car, nor an EFB where an AGM was fitted.

Where do I check if my battery is AGM or EFB?
Can I fit an AGM if my car had EFB?
📊 View AGM vs EFB vs Conventional — full comparison

⭐ Our recommendation

Our recommendation

For your BMW 3 318 i we recommend the VARTA D24 (ordinary lead-acid, 60 Ah). It's the battery recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for your BMW 3 318 i — the OEM equivalent. Varta is the world's leading manufacturer of starter batteries and supplies first-equipment (OEM) batteries to the major European car makers.

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Conventional Battery

This is a standard or conventional battery for vehicles without a start-stop system

5 products This is a standard or conventional battery for vehicles without a start-stop system

Compare the technologies available for your car

A higher technology withstands more charge and discharge cycles, according to manufacturers. If your car has Start-Stop, it needs EFB or AGM.

  1. Conventional (lead-acid) For normal use in cars without Start-Stop. from €57.80 View TUDOR TB620
  2. EFB Up to 2× more cycles than a conventional battery. Good for short trips and city driving. from €76.80 +€19.00 View EXIDE EL600
  3. AGM Up to 3× more cycles than a conventional battery. The highest performance, ideal with lots of electrical equipment. from €94.40 +€36.60 View EXIDE EK620
Category Make Reference Capacity Cold cranking Dimensions Technology Price
Conventional Battery VARTA D24 60 Ah 540 A 242×175×190 mm Conventional €64.95 More info
Conventional Battery VARTA D15 63 Ah 610 A 242×175×190 mm Conventional €81.80 More info
Conventional Battery TUDOR TB620 62 Ah 540 A 242×175×190 mm Conventional €57.80 More info
Conventional Battery EXIDE EA640 64 Ah 640 A 242×175×190 mm Conventional €57.80 More info
Conventional Battery TUDOR TA640 64 Ah 640 A 242×175×190 mm Conventional €65.95 More info

Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries

AGM or EFB battery for start-stop vehicles and for cars with high energy demand (many electrical consumers, frequent starts). More charge cycles, better charge recovery and longer service life.

4 products AGM or EFB battery for start-stop vehicles and for cars with high energy demand (many electrical consumers, frequent starts). More charge cycles, better charge recovery and longer service life.
Category Make Reference Capacity Cold cranking Dimensions Technology Price
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries EXIDE EK620 62 Ah 680 A 242×175×190 mm AGM €94.40 More info
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries EXIDE EL600 60 Ah 640 A 242×175×190 mm EFB €76.80 More info
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries TUDOR TK620 62 Ah 680 A 242×175×190 mm AGM €96.80 More info
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries TUDOR TL600 60 Ah 640 A 242×175×190 mm EFB €84.70 More info

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, you can install a higher capacity (Ah) battery as long as the physical dimensions fit your BMW 3 318 i battery compartment and the positive terminal position matches.
The Bmw 3 318 I requires a battery with the correct capacity (Ah) and Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) for this engine. Compatible batteries offer 60-63 Ah, 540-610 A (CCA), 12 V, case H5/L2, conventional flooded technology. Browse the compatible battery list below.
The exact Ah rating for the Bmw 3 318 I depends on the vehicle's original electrical consumers. Compatible batteries offer 60-63 Ah, 540-610 A (CCA), 12 V, case H5/L2, conventional flooded technology. Use our finder for a precise recommendation.
With normal use, a battery for the Bmw 3 318 I lasts 3–5 years. A healthy alternator and avoiding deep discharges significantly extend battery life.
You need the make, model and engine. If your car has Start-Stop (the engine switches off at traffic lights), it needs an EFB or an AGM battery, depending on what it came with: if it has an AGM, fit another AGM; if it has an EFB, another EFB or an AGM. On cars with battery management (BMW, Mercedes, VAG group…), moving from EFB to AGM requires coding the new battery. Without Start-Stop, a conventional battery is fine, or an EFB or AGM if you want a longer life.
A conventional (lead-acid) battery is for cars without Start-Stop. An EFB is a reinforced conventional battery for basic Start-Stop. An AGM offers the highest performance and is fitted as standard on cars with advanced Start-Stop, regenerative braking or high electrical demand. Replacement rule: an AGM only with another AGM; an EFB with another EFB or an AGM; a conventional battery with any of the three. Never move down in technology.
Use the search tool by selecting your vehicle's make and model. Our system automatically filters compatible part numbers verified by our technicians. If you have any questions, contact us via WhatsApp.
All our batteries come with the legal guarantee provided by consumer law against manufacturing defects. If a battery has a manufacturing defect, it will be replaced at no cost to the user.
In mainland Spain delivery takes 24-48 working hours if you order before 6:00 pm (Monday to Friday) and the battery is in stock; mainland Portugal takes 1 to 4 working days, the Balearic Islands 2 to 5 working days and other EU destinations 4 to 7 working days. Batteries are shipped fully charged and ready to install.

Guides

This vehicle has no Start-Stop. According to the manufacturer, it does not need to be registered after the change.

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