# BMW X3 batteries

> For the BMW X3 (5 generations, 2003-2025) we carry 12 matching batteries, rated between 13 and 105 Ah with 200 to 950 A cold cranking. Prices open at 66.95 €, VAT included.

## BMW X3 generations

Batteries change from one generation to the next. When two share a year, the body style — or simply the plate — settles it.

| Generation | Years | Body | Batteries | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X3 IV | 2018–2025 | berlina | 3 | /gb/car-batteries/bmw/x3-g08 |
| X3 III | 2017–2025 | berlina | 91 | /gb/car-batteries/bmw/x3-g01-f97-g08 |
| X3 Van | 2017–2025 | van | 24 | /gb/car-batteries/bmw/x3-van-g01 |
| X3 II | 2010–2017 | berlina | 36 | /gb/car-batteries/bmw/x3-f25 |
| X3 I | 2003–2011 | berlina | 64 | /gb/car-batteries/bmw/x3-e83 |

## Best-selling batteries for the BMW X3

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A | 12 | 74 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 66,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e11-12v-74ah-680a |
| Car battery Varta E44 12V 77Ah 780A | 12 | 77 | 780 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 78,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e44-12v-77ah-780a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM | 12 | 70 | 760 | AGM | 118,15 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a7-agm-12v-70ah-760a |
| Car battery Varta H3 12V 100Ah 830A | 12 | 100 | 830 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 109,23 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-h3-12v-100ah-830a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A6 12V 80Ah 800A AGM | 12 | 80 | 800 | AGM | 146,65 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a6-agm-12v-80ah-800a |
| Car battery Varta G3 12V 95Ah 800A | 12 | 95 | 800 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 94,55 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-g3-12v-95ah-800a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A5 12V 95Ah 850A AGM | 12 | 95 | 850 | AGM | 169,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a5-agm-12v-95ah-850a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A4 12V 105Ah 950A AGM | 12 | 105 | 950 | AGM | 172,14 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a4-agm-12v-105ah-950a |
| Car battery Varta AUX14 12V 13Ah 200A AGM | 12 | 13 | 200 | AGM | 69,54 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-aux14-12v-13ah-200a |
| Car battery Varta F19 12V 85Ah 800A | 12 | 85 | 800 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 101,10 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f19-12v-85ah-800a |
| Car battery Varta F16 12V 80Ah 740A | 12 | 80 | 740 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 87,10 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f16-12v-80ah-740a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A9 12V 50Ah 540A AGM | 12 | 50 | 540 | AGM | 100,10 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a9-12v-50ah-540a |

## How to know which battery your BMW X3 takes

The quickest and safest route is to enter your number plate: we identify the exact version, its engine and the battery fitted at the factory, with no room for error.

Another route is the vehicle paperwork: the registration date places you in one of the generations listed. In the overlap years, body style is the detail that separates them.

One last check: the label on the fitted battery gives you the reference capacity and cold cranking. Match or improve those numbers, and make sure the case size and polarity suit your battery tray.

## Start-Stop: which battery your X3 needs

The later X3 generations run Start-Stop, which puts the battery through hundreds of micro-cycles a day. These cars require EFB (basic Start-Stop) or AGM (Start-Stop with regenerative braking): fitting a conventional battery instead cuts service life to a few months and the ECU may disable the function. Rule of thumb: never downgrade from the technology fitted at the factory.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which battery does a BMW X3 take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 12 compatible batteries in total, from 13 to 105 Ah and 200 to 950 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A, Car battery Varta E44 12V 77Ah 780A, Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a BMW X3 battery cost?
Between 66.95 € and 172.14 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (AGM, lead-acid). Start-Stop versions (AGM or EFB) sit at the top of the range because they withstand many more cycles.

### How do I know which generation my X3 is?
By the registration year: X3 IV (2018-2025); X3 III (2017-2025); X3 Van (2017-2025); X3 II (2010-2017); X3 I (2003-2011). If your year falls in the overlap between two generations, tell them apart by body type (hatchback, estate or coupé) or use the plate finder, which settles it with no doubt.

### Can I fit a battery with more amps?
Yes, as long as the dimensions fit the tray and the terminal layout matches. More capacity (Ah) and more cold cranking (A) do not harm the vehicle: the alternator charges it the same and you gain margin in winter. What you must never do is go below the original figures.

### How long does a BMW X3 battery last?
Between 4 and 6 years in normal use. Start-Stop batteries (AGM/EFB) tend to last slightly less in city driving because of the number of starts, but they are designed for that cycling. If the car sits unused for weeks or you notice slow cranking in the cold, get it checked.

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Updated: 2026-08-05 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/bmw/x3