# KIA Shuma batteries

> We stock 5 batteries that fit the KIA Shuma across its 4 generations (1996-2007), from 56 to 63 Ah, with cold cranking between 480 and 610 A and prices starting at 59.10 € including VAT.

## KIA Shuma generations

Batteries change from one generation to the next. When two share a year, the body style — or simply the plate — settles it.

| Generation | Years | Body | Batteries | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shuma II | 2001–2007 | berlina | 6 | /gb/car-batteries/kia/shuma-ii-fb |
| Shuma II Saloon | 2001–2004 | berlina | 2 | /gb/car-batteries/kia/shuma-ii-saloon-fb |
| Shuma I | 1996–2001 | berlina | 6 | /gb/car-batteries/kia/shuma-i-fb |
| Shuma Saloon | 1996–2001 | berlina | 5 | /gb/car-batteries/kia/shuma-saloon-fb |

## Best-selling batteries for the KIA Shuma

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta D24 12V 60Ah 540A | 12 | 60 | 540 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 59,10 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d24-12v-60ah-540a |
| Car battery Varta D15 12V 63Ah 610A | 12 | 63 | 610 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 70,19 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d15-12v-63ah-610a |
| Car battery Varta D43 12V 60Ah 540A | 12 | 60 | 540 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 63,15 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d43-12v-60ah-540a |
| Car battery Varta C15 12V 56Ah 480A | 12 | 56 | 480 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 82,95 | — | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c15-12v-56ah-480a |

## How to know which battery your KIA Shuma 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.

Another route is the vehicle paperwork: the registration date places you in one of the generations listed. In the overlap years, body style is the detail that separates them.

Before ordering, inspect your existing battery: its label lists the Ah and the starting amps. The replacement must match or beat both — never fall short — and share the same size and positive terminal side.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which battery does a KIA Shuma take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 5 compatible batteries in total, from 56 to 63 Ah and 480 to 610 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta D24 12V 60Ah 540A, Car battery Varta D15 12V 63Ah 610A, Car battery Varta D43 12V 60Ah 540A. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a KIA Shuma battery cost?
Between 59.10 € and 90.00 €, 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 Shuma is?
By the registration year: Shuma II (2001-2007); Shuma II Saloon (2001-2004); Shuma I (1996-2001); Shuma Saloon (1996-2001). 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 KIA Shuma 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: 2026-07-29 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/shuma