# Citroën Xsara Picasso batteries

> The Citroën Xsara Picasso has run through 1 generations between 1999 and 2012, and we cover every one of them with 8 compatible batteries: 44 to 77 Ah, 440 to 780 A of cold cranking, from 54.40 € with VAT.

## Citroën Xsara Picasso generations

Each generation takes a different battery. If you are torn between two, check the body style or use the number plate lookup.

| Generation | Years | Body | Batteries | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xsara Picasso | 1999–2012 | berlina | 31 | /gb/car-batteries/citroen/xsara-picasso-n68 |

## Best-selling batteries for the Citroën Xsara Picasso

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A | 12 | 74 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 79,13 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e11-12v-74ah-680a |
| Car battery Varta E44 12V 77Ah 780A | 12 | 77 | 780 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 85,40 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e44-12v-77ah-780a |
| Car battery Varta D24 12V 60Ah 540A | 12 | 60 | 540 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 64,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d24-12v-60ah-540a |
| Car battery Varta D15 12V 63Ah 610A | 12 | 63 | 610 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 81,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d15-12v-63ah-610a |
| Car battery Varta B18 12V 44Ah 440A | 12 | 44 | 440 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 57,90 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-b18-12v-44ah-440a |
| 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 |
| Car battery Varta C6 12V 52Ah 520A | 12 | 52 | 520 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 57,90 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c6-12v-52ah-520a |

## How to know which battery your Citroën Xsara Picasso 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.

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.

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 Xsara Picasso needs

The later Xsara Picasso 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 Xsara Picasso take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 8 compatible batteries in total, from 44 to 77 Ah and 440 to 780 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, Car battery Varta D24 12V 60Ah 540A. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a Citroën Xsara Picasso battery cost?
Between 54.40 € and 85.40 €, 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 Xsara Picasso is?
By the registration year: Xsara Picasso (1999-2012). 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 Xsara Picasso 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/xsara-picasso