# Chevrolet Malibu battery: what each engine takes, with prices

> Looking for a battery for your Chevrolet Malibu? Here are the 7 that fit its 3 generations (1996-2025): 60 to 100 Ah, 540 to 850 A cold cranking, from 63.80 € inc. VAT.

## Which battery does a Chevrolet Malibu take?

It depends on the engine and on whether it has Start-Stop. The table shows the recommended battery for each Chevrolet Malibu engine with its price, VAT included; with your number plate or VIN we tell you the exact one in seconds.

## Recommended battery for each Chevrolet Malibu engine

| Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 (193 kW / 262 CV) | Malibu II (2012–2025) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 72,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu-v300/20-193-kw-262cv |
| 2.0 D (115 kW / 156 CV) | Malibu II (2012–2025) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 72,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu-v300/20-d-115-kw-156cv |
| 2.0 D (118 kW / 160 CV) | Malibu II (2012–2025) | Varta H3 Dynamic SLI 100Ah | 110,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu-v300/20-d-118-kw-160cv |
| 2.4 (123 kW / 167 CV) | Malibu II (2012–2025) | Varta H3 Dynamic SLI 100Ah | 110,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu-v300/24-123-kw-167cv |
| 2.4 (125 kW / 170 CV) | Malibu II (2012–2025) | Varta H3 Dynamic SLI 100Ah | 110,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu-v300/24-125-kw-170cv |
| 3.0 (196 kW / 267 CV) | Malibu II (2012–2025) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 72,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu-v300/30-196-kw-267cv |
| 2.2 (108 kW / 147 CV) | Malibu Hatchback (2003–2008) | Varta H3 Dynamic SLI 100Ah | 110,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu-hatchback/22-108-kw-147cv |
| 3.5 (149 kW / 203 CV) | Malibu Hatchback (2003–2008) | Varta H3 Dynamic SLI 100Ah | 110,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu-hatchback/35-149-kw-203cv |
| 3.5 (162 kW / 220 CV) | Malibu Hatchback (2003–2008) | Varta H3 Dynamic SLI 100Ah | 110,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu-hatchback/35-162-kw-220cv |
| 1.5 T (119 kW / 162 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 72,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/15-t-119-kw-162cv |
| 1.5 T (122 kW / 166 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 72,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/15-t-122-kw-166cv |
| 2.0 (186 kW / 253 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 72,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/20-186-kw-253cv |
| 2.2 (104 kW / 141 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/22-104-kw-141cv |
| 2.2 (108 kW / 147 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 72,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/22-108-kw-147cv |
| 2.4 (112 kW / 152 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/24-112-kw-152cv |
| 2.4 (126 kW / 171 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 72,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/24-126-kw-171cv |
| 2.5 (137 kW / 186 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 72,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/25-137-kw-186cv |
| 3.1 (116 kW / 158 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/31-116-kw-158cv |
| 3.1 (126 kW / 171 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/31-126-kw-171cv |
| 3.5 (162 kW / 220 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta H3 Dynamic SLI 100Ah | 110,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/35-162-kw-220cv |
| 3.5 LS (149 kW / 203 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta H3 Dynamic SLI 100Ah | 110,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/35-ls-149-kw-203cv |
| 3.6 (188 kW / 256 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta H3 Dynamic SLI 100Ah | 110,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/36-188-kw-256cv |
| 3.9 (179 kW / 243 CV) | Malibu I (1996–2025) | Varta H3 Dynamic SLI 100Ah | 110,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu/39-179-kw-243cv |

## Chevrolet Malibu 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu II | 2012–2025 | berlina | 15 | /gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu-v300 |
| Malibu Hatchback | 2003–2008 | hatchback | 6 | /gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu-hatchback |
| Malibu I | 1996–2025 | berlina | 28 | /gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu |

## Best-selling batteries for the Chevrolet Malibu

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 12V 74Ah 680A | 12 | 74 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 72,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e11-12v-74ah-680a |
| Car battery Varta E44 Dynamic SLI 12V 77Ah 780A | 12 | 77 | 780 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 83,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e44-12v-77ah-780a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A7 Dynamic AGM 12V 70Ah 760A AGM | 12 | 70 | 760 | AGM | 122,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a7-agm-12v-70ah-760a |
| Car battery Varta H3 Dynamic SLI 12V 100Ah 830A | 12 | 100 | 830 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 110,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-h3-12v-100ah-830a |
| Car battery Varta G3 Dynamic SLI 12V 95Ah 800A | 12 | 95 | 800 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 95,20 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-g3-12v-95ah-800a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A5 Dynamic AGM 12V 95Ah 850A AGM | 12 | 95 | 850 | AGM | 192,59 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a5-agm-12v-95ah-850a |
| Car battery Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 12V 60Ah 540A | 12 | 60 | 540 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 63,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d43-12v-60ah-540a |

## How to know which battery your Chevrolet Malibu 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.

Prefer to do it manually? Check the date of first registration on your V5C and match it against the generation table above. When a year straddles two generations, the body style decides it: five-door hatch, estate or coupé.

Before ordering, inspect your existing battery: its label lists the Ah and the starting amps. The replacement must match or beat both — never fall short — and share the same size and positive terminal side.

## Start-Stop: which battery your Malibu needs

If your Malibu has Start-Stop, the battery works far harder than usual — hundreds of restarts a day rather than a handful. That calls for EFB or AGM, depending on whether the system is basic or includes regenerative braking. A conventional battery there lasts months and can make the car switch Start-Stop off.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which battery does a Chevrolet Malibu take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 7 compatible batteries in total, from 60 to 100 Ah and 540 to 850 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 12V 74Ah 680A, Car battery Varta E44 Dynamic SLI 12V 77Ah 780A, Start-Stop battery Varta A7 Dynamic AGM 12V 70Ah 760A AGM. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a Chevrolet Malibu battery cost?
Between 63.80 € and 192.59 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (lead-acid, AGM). 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 Malibu is?
By the registration year: Malibu II (2012-2025); Malibu Hatchback (2003-2008); Malibu I (1996-2025). 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 higher-capacity battery to my Chevrolet Malibu?
Yes, as long as the dimensions fit the tray and the terminal layout matches. More Ah and more cold-cranking amps do not harm the Chevrolet Malibu: the alternator charges it just the same and you gain margin in winter. Never go below the original values.

### How quickly can I get a battery for my Chevrolet Malibu?
Standard delivery to mainland Spain and Portugal takes 1-2 working days; other EU countries 1-5 working days. Each product page shows the exact lead time and whether express delivery is available.

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Updated: 2026-11-13 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/malibu