# DAF 400 / batteries

> 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 45.10 € including VAT.

## 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 12V 44Ah 440A | 12 | 44 | 440 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 45,10 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-b18-12v-44ah-440a |
| Car battery Varta C30 12V 54Ah 530A | 12 | 54 | 530 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 60,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c30-12v-54ah-530a |
| Car battery Varta C6 12V 52Ah 520A | 12 | 52 | 520 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 57,26 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c6-12v-52ah-520a |
| Car battery Varta A17 12V 41Ah 360A | 12 | 41 | 360 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 63,80 | ✓ | 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 12V 44Ah 440A, Car battery Varta C30 12V 54Ah 530A, Car battery Varta C6 12V 52Ah 520A. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a DAF 400 / battery cost?
Between 45.10 € and 63.80 €, 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 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.

### 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 DAF 400 / 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: 2026-07-30 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/daf/400