# JAGUAR -Type batteries

> The JAGUAR -Type has run through 2 generations between 2001 and 2009, and we cover every one of them with 3 compatible batteries: 70 to 80 Ah, 740 to 780 A of cold cranking, from 78.70 € with VAT.

## JAGUAR -Type 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-Type I Estate | 2003–2009 | familiar | 21 | /gb/car-batteries/jaguar/x-type-i-estate-x400 |
| X-Type I | 2001–2009 | berlina | 23 | /gb/car-batteries/jaguar/x-type-i-x400 |

## Best-selling batteries for the JAGUAR -Type

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E44 12V 77Ah 780A | 12 | 77 | 780 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 78,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e44-12v-77ah-780a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM | 12 | 70 | 760 | AGM | 118,15 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a7-agm-12v-70ah-760a |
| Car battery Varta F17 12V 80Ah 740A | 12 | 80 | 740 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 80,90 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f17-12v-80ah-740a |

## How to know which battery your JAGUAR -Type takes

The quickest and safest route is to enter your number plate: we identify the exact version, its engine and the battery fitted at the factory, with no room for error.

You can also work it out yourself: find the registration date in the vehicle documents and locate it in the table. If the year overlaps two generations, the body style — hatch, estate or coupé — tells them apart.

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 -Type needs

If your -Type 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 JAGUAR -Type take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 3 compatible batteries in total, from 70 to 80 Ah and 740 to 780 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta E44 12V 77Ah 780A, Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM, Car battery Varta F17 12V 80Ah 740A. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a JAGUAR -Type battery cost?
Between 78.70 € and 118.15 €, 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 -Type is?
By the registration year: X-Type I Estate (2003-2009); X-Type I (2001-2009). 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 JAGUAR -Type 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/jaguar/x-type