# Gmc Acadia battery: what each engine takes, with prices

> The Gmc Acadia has run through 2 generations between 2006 and 2025, and we cover every one of them with 3 compatible batteries: 70 to 77 Ah, 680 to 780 A of cold cranking, from 74.95 € with VAT.

## Which battery does a Gmc Acadia take?

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

## Recommended battery for each Gmc Acadia engine

| Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 (231 kW / 314 CV) | Acadia II (2017–2025) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 74,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/gmc/acadia-tn1/36-231-kw-314cv |
| 3.6 AWD (231 kW / 314 CV) | Acadia II (2017–2025) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 74,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/gmc/acadia-tn1/36-awd-231-kw-314cv |
| 3.6 (215 kW / 292 CV) | Acadia I (2006–2017) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 74,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/gmc/acadia-t_14/36-215-kw-292cv |
| 3.6 (TR14) (205 kW / 279 CV) | Acadia I (2006–2017) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 74,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/gmc/acadia-t_14/36-tr14-205-kw-279cv |
| 3.6 AWD (215 kW / 292 CV) | Acadia I (2006–2017) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 74,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/gmc/acadia-t_14/36-awd-215-kw-292cv |
| 3.6 AWD (TV14) (205 kW / 279 CV) | Acadia I (2006–2017) | Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 74,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/gmc/acadia-t_14/36-awd-tv14-205-kw-279cv |

## Gmc Acadia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acadia II | 2017–2025 | berlina | 6 | /gb/car-batteries/gmc/acadia-tn1 |
| Acadia I | 2006–2017 | berlina | 12 | /gb/car-batteries/gmc/acadia-t_14 |

## Best-selling batteries for the Gmc Acadia

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 12V 74Ah 680A | 12 | 74 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 74,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e11-12v-74ah-680a |
| Car battery Varta E44 Dynamic SLI 12V 77Ah 780A | 12 | 77 | 780 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 85,40 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e44-12v-77ah-780a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A7 Dynamic AGM 12V 70Ah 760A AGM | 12 | 70 | 760 | AGM | 122,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a7-agm-12v-70ah-760a |

## How to know which battery your Gmc Acadia 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.

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.

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 Acadia needs

The later Acadia 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 Gmc Acadia take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 3 compatible batteries in total, from 70 to 77 Ah and 680 to 780 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta E11 Dynamic SLI 12V 74Ah 680A, Car battery Varta E44 Dynamic SLI 12V 77Ah 780A, Start-Stop battery Varta A7 Dynamic AGM 12V 70Ah 760A AGM. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a Gmc Acadia battery cost?
Between 74.95 € and 122.95 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (lead-acid, AGM). 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 Acadia is?
By the registration year: Acadia II (2017-2025); Acadia I (2006-2017). 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 Gmc Acadia 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.

### Can I fit a higher-capacity battery to my Gmc Acadia?
Yes, as long as the dimensions fit the tray and the terminal layout matches. More Ah and more cold-cranking amps do not harm the Gmc Acadia: the alternator charges it just the same and you gain margin in winter. Never go below the original values.

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Updated: 2026-11-09 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/gmc/acadia