# DAF 400 battery: what each engine takes, with prices

> We stock 4 batteries that fit the DAF 400 across its 3 generations (1990-1997), from 41 to 54 Ah, with cold cranking between 360 and 530 A and prices starting at 57.90 € including VAT.

## Which battery does a DAF 400 take?

It depends on the engine and on whether it has Start-Stop. The table shows the recommended battery for each DAF 400 engine with its price, VAT included; with your number plate or VIN we tell you the exact one in seconds.

## Recommended battery for each DAF 400 engine

| Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 D (53 kW / 72 CV) | 400 Platform/Chassis (1990–1997) | Varta B18 Dynamic SLI 44Ah | 57,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daf/400-platformchassis/25-d-53-kw-72cv |
| 2.5 D (53 kW / 72 CV) | 400-Serie Bus (1990–1997) | Varta B18 Dynamic SLI 44Ah | 57,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daf/400-serie-bus/25-d-53-kw-72cv |
| 2.5 TD (71 kW / 97 CV) | 400 Platform/Chassis (1990–1997) | Varta B18 Dynamic SLI 44Ah | 57,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daf/400-platformchassis/25-td-71-kw-97cv |
| 2.5 TD (71 kW / 97 CV) | 400-Serie Bus (1990–1997) | Varta B18 Dynamic SLI 44Ah | 57,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daf/400-serie-bus/25-td-71-kw-97cv |
| 428-435 2.5 D (53 kW / 72 CV) | 400-Serie Van (1990–1993) | Varta B18 Dynamic SLI 44Ah | 57,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daf/400-serie-van/428-435-25-d-53-kw-72cv |
| 428-435 2.5 TD (71 kW / 97 CV) | 400-Serie Van (1990–1993) | Varta B18 Dynamic SLI 44Ah | 57,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daf/400-serie-van/428-435-25-td-71-kw-97cv |

## DAF 400 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 400 Platform/Chassis | 1990–1997 | berlina | 6 | /gb/car-batteries/daf/400-platformchassis |
| 400-Serie Bus | 1990–1997 | berlina | 6 | /gb/car-batteries/daf/400-serie-bus |
| 400-Serie Van | 1990–1993 | van | 8 | /gb/car-batteries/daf/400-serie-van |

## Best-selling batteries for the DAF 400

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta B18 Dynamic SLI 12V 44Ah 440A | 12 | 44 | 440 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 57,90 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-b18-12v-44ah-440a |
| Car battery Varta C30 Dynamic SLI 12V 54Ah 530A | 12 | 54 | 530 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 67,40 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c30-12v-54ah-530a |
| Car battery Varta C6 Dynamic SLI 12V 52Ah 520A | 12 | 52 | 520 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 57,90 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c6-12v-52ah-520a |
| Car battery Varta A17 Dynamic SLI 12V 41Ah 360A | 12 | 41 | 360 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 64,50 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a17-12v-41ah-360a |

## How to know which battery your DAF 400 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.

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.

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.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which battery does a DAF 400 take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 4 compatible batteries in total, from 41 to 54 Ah and 360 to 530 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta B18 Dynamic SLI 12V 44Ah 440A, Car battery Varta C30 Dynamic SLI 12V 54Ah 530A, Car battery Varta C6 Dynamic SLI 12V 52Ah 520A. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a DAF 400 battery cost?
Between 57.90 € and 67.40 €, 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 400 is?
By the registration year: 400 Platform/Chassis (1990-1997); 400-Serie Bus (1990-1997); 400-Serie Van (1990-1993). 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.

### How long does a DAF 400 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.

### How quickly can I get a battery for my DAF 400?
Standard delivery to mainland Spain and Portugal takes 1-2 working days; other EU countries 1-5 working days. Each product page shows the exact lead time and whether express delivery is available.

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Updated: 2026-11-15 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daf/400