# Citroën C3-II batteries

> Looking for a battery for your Citroën C3-II? Here are the 8 that fit its 2 generations (2009-2025): 50 to 70 Ah, 470 to 760 A cold cranking, from 54.40 € inc. VAT.

## Citroën C3-II 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C3 II Hatchback Van | 2010–2025 | van | 3 | /gb/car-batteries/citroen/c3-ii-hatchback-van-sc |
| C3 II | 2009–2025 | berlina | 46 | /gb/car-batteries/citroen/c3-ii-sc |

## Best-selling batteries for the Citroën C3-II

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM | 12 | 70 | 760 | AGM | 148,78 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a7-agm-12v-70ah-760a |
| Car battery Varta D24 12V 60Ah 540A | 12 | 60 | 540 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 64,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d24-12v-60ah-540a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta N70 12V 70Ah 760A EFB | 12 | 70 | 760 | EFB | 124,98 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n70-efb-12v-70ah-760a |
| Car battery Varta D15 12V 63Ah 610A | 12 | 63 | 610 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 81,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d15-12v-63ah-610a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta N60 12V 60Ah 640A EFB | 12 | 60 | 640 | EFB | 91,40 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n60-12v-60ah-640a |
| Car battery Varta C22 12V 52Ah 470A | 12 | 52 | 470 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 54,40 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c22-12v-52ah-470a |
| Car battery Varta C30 12V 54Ah 530A | 12 | 54 | 530 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 67,40 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c30-12v-54ah-530a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta N50 12V 50Ah 550A EFB | 12 | 50 | 550 | EFB | 85,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n50-12v-50ah-550a |

## How to know which battery your Citroën C3-II takes

Easiest of all is the number plate lookup: those few characters tell us the precise variant, the engine and the original battery, so you need not check anything else.

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.

As a final check, look at the battery currently fitted: the label shows capacity (Ah) and cold cranking amps (A). Always replace with equal or higher figures, never lower, and keep the same dimensions and terminal layout.

## Start-Stop: which battery your C3-II needs

The later C3-II 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 Citroën C3-II take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 8 compatible batteries in total, from 50 to 70 Ah and 470 to 760 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM, Car battery Varta D24 12V 60Ah 540A, Start-Stop battery Varta N70 12V 70Ah 760A EFB. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a Citroën C3-II battery cost?
Between 54.40 € and 148.78 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (lead-acid, EFB, 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 C3-II is?
By the registration year: C3 II Hatchback Van (2010-2025); C3 II (2009-2025). 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 Citroën C3-II 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: 2026-10-24 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/citroen/c3-ii