# Daewoo Gentra battery: what each engine takes, with prices

> We stock 3 batteries that fit the Daewoo Gentra across its 2 generations (2005-2025), from 60 to 63 Ah, with cold cranking between 540 and 610 A and prices starting at 64.80 € including VAT.

## Which battery does a Daewoo Gentra take?

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

## Recommended battery for each Daewoo Gentra engine

| Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 (62 kW / 84 CV) | Gentra Saloon (2005–2025) | Varta D48 60Ah | 64,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/gentra-saloon/12-62-kw-84cv |
| 1.2 SX (62 kW / 84 CV) | Gentra X Hatchback (2005–2025) | Varta D48 60Ah | 64,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/gentra-x-hatchback/12-sx-62-kw-84cv |
| 1.5 (79 kW / 107 CV) | Gentra Saloon (2005–2025) | Varta D24 60Ah | 64,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/gentra-saloon/15-79-kw-107cv |
| 1.6 CDX (81 kW / 110 CV) | Gentra X Hatchback (2005–2025) | Varta D48 60Ah | 64,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/gentra-x-hatchback/16-cdx-81-kw-110cv |

## Daewoo Gentra 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gentra X Hatchback | 2005–2025 | hatchback | 2 | /gb/car-batteries/daewoo/gentra-x-hatchback |
| Gentra Saloon | 2005–2025 | berlina | 3 | /gb/car-batteries/daewoo/gentra-saloon |

## Best-selling batteries for the Daewoo Gentra

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 D48 12V 60Ah 540A | 12 | 60 | 540 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 64,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d48-12v-60ah-540a |

## How to know which battery your Daewoo Gentra 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.

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 Gentra needs

If your Gentra 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 Daewoo Gentra take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 3 compatible batteries in total, from 60 to 63 Ah and 540 to 610 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta D24 12V 60Ah 540A, Car battery Varta D15 12V 63Ah 610A, Car battery Varta D48 12V 60Ah 540A. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a Daewoo Gentra battery cost?
Between 64.80 € and 81.80 €, 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 Gentra is?
By the registration year: Gentra X Hatchback (2005-2025); Gentra Saloon (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 Daewoo Gentra 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: 2026-10-29 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/gentra