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KIA Optima 2.0

Batteries for KIA Optima 2.0 150 hp (petrol, from 2015)

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Which battery does a KIA Optima 2.0 need?

Specifications and battery: 2.0 (150 hp)

KIA Optima 2.0 (150 hp, petrol, from 2015) takes a 80 Ah, 800 A AGM battery (315 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right. It is a Start-Stop battery, so it should not be replaced with a conventional one.

Battery for KIA Optima (JF)
Brand
KIA
Model
Optima (JF)
Built
09/2015 - 2026
Power
110 kW / 150 hp
Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc (2 L)
Cylinders
4
Body type
Saloon
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine codes
G4ND
Start-Stop battery
Yes (AGM/EFB)

Battery for this engine

VersionTechnologyCapacityCold cranking (EN)Size (L×W×H)Polarity
MainAGM80 Ah800 A315 × 175 × 190 mm+ on the right

This engine shares its battery with the 1.7 CRDi (141 hp), 2.0 (154 hp), 2.0 CVVL (163 hp), 2.0 CVVL (168 hp) and 5 more: the compatible batteries are exactly the same.

Data: vehicle specifications and the battery manufacturer's application catalogue.

🔧 Battery Expert Advisor

Battery analysis for your KIA Optima 2.0

Quick answer You need an AGM battery of 80 Ah. Our recommendation: VARTA A6.

VARTA A6
VARTAA6
AGM80 Ah800 A315×175×190
€147.30
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Prices and availability updated on 21/10/2026

Based on the batteries we found for your vehicle, our experts help you pick the right one.

📋 What we found

For your KIA Optima 2.0 we found 1 compatible Start-Stop battery.

⚡ Battery type for your vehicle

✓ Your KIA Optima 2.0 uses the Start-Stop system. Every battery shown is compatible — no conventional options to confuse you.

🔋 Technology (AGM / EFB)

✓ All Start-Stop batteries in the list are AGM — the most advanced technology. Perfect if your current battery was AGM or EFB: AGM always replaces both. Remember to register it via OBD if your car has a BMS (BMW, Audi, VAG, Mercedes…) so the alternator charges it correctly.

📊 View AGM vs EFB vs Conventional — full comparison

⭐ Our recommendation

Our recommendation

For your KIA Optima 2.0 it's the recommended battery: VARTA A6. Its specs: AGM technology, 80 Ah capacity, 800 CCA cranking power, 315×175×190 mm dimensions.

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Receive them tomorrow before 2 PM if you order before 6 PM (Spain mainland and Portugal only).

Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries

AGM or EFB battery for start-stop vehicles and for cars with high energy demand (many electrical consumers, frequent starts). More charge cycles, better charge recovery and longer service life.

1 product AGM or EFB battery for start-stop vehicles and for cars with high energy demand (many electrical consumers, frequent starts). More charge cycles, better charge recovery and longer service life.

This engine comes with an AGM/EFB battery as standard: the car's charging system requires it even without Start-Stop. If in doubt, message us and we will confirm.

Category Make Reference Capacity Cold cranking Dimensions Technology Price
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries VARTA A6 80 Ah 800 A 315×175×190 mm AGM €147.30 More info

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, you can install a higher capacity (Ah) battery as long as the physical dimensions fit your KIA Optima 2.0 battery compartment and the positive terminal position matches.
The Kia Optima 2.0 requires a battery with the correct capacity (Ah) and Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) for this engine. Compatible batteries offer 80 Ah, 800 A (CCA), 12 V, case H7/L4, conventional flooded technology. Browse the compatible battery list below.
The exact Ah rating for the Kia Optima 2.0 depends on the vehicle's original electrical consumers. Compatible batteries offer 80 Ah, 800 A (CCA), 12 V, case H7/L4, conventional flooded technology. Use our finder for a precise recommendation.
With normal use, a battery for the Kia Optima 2.0 lasts 3–5 years. A healthy alternator and avoiding deep discharges significantly extend battery life.
To find the exact battery you need, you need to know the make, model, and engine. If your car has a Start-Stop system (the engine shuts off at traffic lights), you need an AGM or EFB battery. An AGM battery can only be replaced with another AGM battery. However, an EFB battery can be replaced with either another EFB or an AGM battery, as the latter is superior.
The standard battery is the conventional type. The EFB battery withstands start/stop cycles better. The AGM battery is the most durable and is mandatory in cars with Start-Stop and regenerative braking. Never replace an AGM battery with an EFB or standard battery.
Use the search tool by selecting your vehicle's make and model. Our system automatically filters compatible part numbers verified by our technicians. If you have any questions, contact us via WhatsApp.
All our batteries come with the legal guarantee provided by consumer law against manufacturing defects. If a battery has a manufacturing defect, it will be replaced at no cost to the user.
Under normal circumstances, batteries usually arrive within 1 to 2 days of ordering. However, there are some cases where delivery may take a little longer: peak seasons (Black Friday, Christmas, etc.), palletized shipments, occasional stock shortages, etc.
In mainland Spain and Portugal delivery takes 24 working hours if you order before 6:00 pm and the battery is in stock; for the Balearic Islands and other EU destinations allow 2 to 5 days. Batteries are shipped fully charged and ready to install.

Guides

This vehicle uses a conventional flooded battery: no BMS registration is required, the alternator will charge it directly.

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