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

> The Daewoo Lacetti has run through 4 generations between 1999 and 2025, and we cover every one of them with 2 compatible batteries: 60 to 60 Ah, 540 to 540 A of cold cranking, from 63.80 € with VAT.

## Which battery does a Daewoo Lacetti take?

It depends on the engine and on whether it has Start-Stop. The table shows the recommended battery for each Daewoo Lacetti 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 Lacetti engine

| Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 (84 kW / 114 CV) | Lacetti Premiere Saloon (2009–2011) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-premiere-saloon-j300/16-84-kw-114cv |
| 1.4 (69 kW / 94 CV) | Lacetti Hatchback (2002–2025) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-hatchback-klan/14-69-kw-94cv |
| 1.4 (70 kW / 95 CV) | Lacetti Hatchback (2002–2025) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-hatchback-klan/14-70-kw-95cv |
| 1.5 (63 kW / 86 CV) | Lacetti Saloon II (2002–2009) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-saloon-j200/15-63-kw-86cv |
| 1.6 (80 kW / 109 CV) | Lacetti Hatchback (2002–2025) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-hatchback-klan/16-80-kw-109cv |
| 1.8 (89 kW / 121 CV) | Lacetti Saloon II (2002–2009) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-saloon-j200/18-89-kw-121cv |
| 1.8 (90 kW / 122 CV) | Lacetti Hatchback (2002–2025) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-hatchback-klan/18-90-kw-122cv |
| 1.6 (78 kW / 106 CV) | Lacetti Saloon I (1999–2003) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-saloon/16-78-kw-106cv |
| 2.0 (81 kW / 110 CV) | Lacetti Saloon I (1999–2003) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-saloon/20-81-kw-110cv |
| 2.0 (98 kW / 133 CV) | Lacetti Saloon I (1999–2003) | Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 63,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-saloon/20-98-kw-133cv |

## Daewoo Lacetti 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lacetti Premiere Saloon | 2009–2011 | berlina | 3 | /gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-premiere-saloon-j300 |
| Lacetti Hatchback | 2002–2025 | hatchback | 12 | /gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-hatchback-klan |
| Lacetti Saloon II | 2002–2009 | berlina | 6 | /gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-saloon-j200 |
| Lacetti Saloon I | 1999–2003 | berlina | 9 | /gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti-saloon |

## Best-selling batteries for the Daewoo Lacetti

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Car battery Varta D48 Dynamic SLI 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 Lacetti 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 Lacetti needs

If your Lacetti 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 Lacetti take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 2 compatible batteries in total, from 60 to 60 Ah and 540 to 540 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta D43 Dynamic SLI 12V 60Ah 540A, Car battery Varta D48 Dynamic SLI 12V 60Ah 540A. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a Daewoo Lacetti battery cost?
Between 63.80 € and 64.80 €, 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 Lacetti is?
By the registration year: Lacetti Premiere Saloon (2009-2011); Lacetti Hatchback (2002-2025); Lacetti Saloon II (2002-2009); Lacetti Saloon I (1999-2003). 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.

### What happens if I fit a standard battery to a Daewoo Lacetti with Start-Stop?
It lasts only a few months: Start-Stop puts the battery through hundreds of cycles a day and a conventional battery cannot cope. The ECU may also disable the automatic stop function. Always fit EFB or AGM, the same technology as the original.

### How long does a Daewoo Lacetti battery last?
Four to six years in normal use. Start-Stop batteries (AGM/EFB) tend to last a little less in city driving because of the number of restarts, but they are built for that cycling. If the car sits for weeks or cranks slowly in the cold, have it tested.

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Updated: 2026-11-06 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daewoo/lacetti