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

> We stock 2 batteries that fit the Chevrolet Matiz across its 1 generations (2005-2025), from 40 to 45 Ah, with cold cranking between 330 and 400 A and prices starting at 42.80 € including VAT.

## Which battery does a Chevrolet Matiz take?

It depends on the engine. Chevrolet Matiz owners mostly buy Varta A14 40Ah (42.80 €) and Varta B19 45Ah (53.20 €) from us. The table shows the recommended battery for each engine with its price (VAT included) and a link to its page; with your number plate or VIN we tell you the exact one in seconds.

## Recommended battery for each Chevrolet Matiz engine

| Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.8 (38 kW / 52 CV) | Matiz (2005–2025) | Varta A14 40Ah | 42,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/matiz-m200-m250/08-38-kw-52cv |
| 1.0 (47 kW / 64 CV) | Matiz (2005–2025) | Varta A14 40Ah | 42,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/matiz-m200-m250/10-47-kw-64cv |
| 1.0 (48 kW / 65 CV) | Matiz (2005–2025) | Varta A14 40Ah | 42,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/matiz-m200-m250/10-48-kw-65cv |
| 1.0 LPG (49 kW / 67 CV) | Matiz (2005–2025) | Varta A14 40Ah | 42,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/matiz-m200-m250/10-lpg-49-kw-67cv |
| 0.8 LPG (38 kW / 52 CV) | Matiz (2005–2025) | Varta A14 40Ah | 42,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/matiz-m200-m250/08-lpg-38-kw-52cv |
| 1.0 (46 kW / 62 CV) | Matiz (2005–2025) | Varta A14 40Ah | 42,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/matiz-m200-m250/10-46-kw-62cv |
| 1.0 (49 kW / 67 CV) | Matiz (2005–2025) | Varta B19 45Ah | 53,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/matiz-m200-m250/10-49-kw-67cv |

## Chevrolet Matiz generations

Not every generation uses the same battery. If your year fits more than one, tell them apart by body style or let the plate resolve it.

| Generation | Years | Body | Batteries | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matiz | 2005–2025 | berlina | 7 | /gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/matiz-m200-m250 |

## Best-selling batteries for the Chevrolet Matiz

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta B19 12V 45Ah 400A | 12 | 45 | 400 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 53,20 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-b19-12v-45ah-400a |
| Car battery Varta A14 12V 40Ah 330A | 12 | 40 | 330 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 42,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a14-12v-40ah-330a |

## How to know which battery your Chevrolet Matiz takes

The real shortcut is your registration number. It settles generation, engine and factory battery in seconds — exactly where most people get it wrong when buying.

You can also work it out yourself: find the registration date in the vehicle documents and locate it in the table. If the year overlaps two generations, the body style — hatch, estate or coupé — tells them apart.

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 Matiz needs

The later Matiz 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 Chevrolet Matiz take?
It depends on the engine. Chevrolet Matiz owners mostly buy Varta A14 40Ah (42.80 €) and Varta B19 45Ah (53.20 €) from us. The table shows the recommended battery for each engine with its price (VAT included) and a link to its page; with your number plate or VIN we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a Chevrolet Matiz battery cost?
Between 42.80 € and 53.20 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (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 Matiz is?
By the registration year: Matiz (2005-2025). 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 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 Chevrolet Matiz 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: 2026-10-30 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/chevrolet/matiz