# KIA Stinger battery: what each engine takes, with prices

> The KIA Stinger has run through 2 generations between 2017 and 2025, and we cover every one of them with 2 compatible batteries: 80 to 95 Ah, 800 to 850 A of cold cranking, from 149.95 € with VAT.

## Which battery does a KIA Stinger take?

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

## Recommended battery for each KIA Stinger engine

| Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 T-GDI (145 kW / 197 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/20-t-gdi-145-kw-197cv |
| 2.0 T-GDI (180 kW / 245 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/20-t-gdi-180-kw-245cv |
| 2.0 T-GDI (180 kW / 245 CV) | Stinger Hatchback Van (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-hatchback-van-ck/20-t-gdi-180-kw-245cv |
| 2.0 T-GDI (182 kW / 247 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/20-t-gdi-182-kw-247cv |
| 2.0 T-GDI 4WD (145 kW / 197 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/20-t-gdi-4wd-145-kw-197cv |
| 2.0 T-GDI 4WD (182 kW / 247 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/20-t-gdi-4wd-182-kw-247cv |
| 2.0 T-GDi (188 kW / 256 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/20-t-gdi-188-kw-256cv |
| 2.0 T-GDi 4WD (188 kW / 256 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/20-t-gdi-4wd-188-kw-256cv |
| 2.2 CRDi VGT (147 kW / 200 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/22-crdi-vgt-147-kw-200cv |
| 2.2 CRDi VGT (147 kW / 200 CV) | Stinger Hatchback Van (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-hatchback-van-ck/22-crdi-vgt-147-kw-200cv |
| 2.2 CRDi VGT 4WD (147 kW / 200 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/22-crdi-vgt-4wd-147-kw-200cv |
| 2.2 CRDi VGT 4WD (147 kW / 200 CV) | Stinger Hatchback Van (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-hatchback-van-ck/22-crdi-vgt-4wd-147-kw-200cv |
| 3.3 T-GDI (268 kW / 364 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/33-t-gdi-268-kw-364cv |
| 3.3 T-GDI (269 kW / 366 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/33-t-gdi-269-kw-366cv |
| 3.3 T-GDI (269 kW / 366 CV) | Stinger Hatchback Van (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-hatchback-van-ck/33-t-gdi-269-kw-366cv |
| 3.3 T-GDI 4WD (269 kW / 366 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/33-t-gdi-4wd-269-kw-366cv |
| 3.3 T-GDi (272 kW / 370 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/33-t-gdi-272-kw-370cv |
| 3.3 T-GDi 4WD (272 kW / 370 CV) | Stinger (2017–2025) | Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 80Ah | 149,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck/33-t-gdi-4wd-272-kw-370cv |

## KIA Stinger 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stinger | 2017–2025 | berlina | 28 | /gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-ck |
| Stinger Hatchback Van | 2017–2025 | van | 8 | /gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger-hatchback-van-ck |

## Best-selling batteries for the KIA Stinger

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start-Stop battery Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 12V 80Ah 800A AGM | 12 | 80 | 800 | AGM | 149,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a6-agm-12v-80ah-800a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A5 Dynamic AGM 12V 95Ah 850A AGM | 12 | 95 | 850 | AGM | 179,99 | — | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a5-agm-12v-95ah-850a |

## How to know which battery your KIA Stinger 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.

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.

## Start-Stop: which battery your Stinger needs

Start-Stop on the modern Stinger changes the rules: the battery takes hundreds of micro-cycles daily. The correct answer is EFB for basic systems and AGM where braking energy is recovered. Dropping to a conventional battery is the most expensive mistake you can make here.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which battery does a KIA Stinger take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 2 compatible batteries in total, from 80 to 95 Ah and 800 to 850 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Start-Stop battery Varta A6 Dynamic AGM 12V 80Ah 800A AGM, Start-Stop battery Varta A5 Dynamic AGM 12V 95Ah 850A AGM. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a KIA Stinger battery cost?
Between 149.95 € and 179.99 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (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 Stinger is?
By the registration year: Stinger (2017-2025); Stinger Hatchback Van (2017-2025). 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.

### How long does a KIA Stinger battery last?
Four to six years in normal use. Start-Stop batteries (AGM/EFB) tend to last a little less in city driving because of the number of restarts, but they are built for that cycling. If the car sits for weeks or cranks slowly in the cold, have it tested.

### What happens if I fit a standard battery to a KIA Stinger 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.

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Updated: 2026-11-06 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/kia/stinger