Can I install a higher capacity battery in my Maruti 800 0.8?

Yes, you can install a higher capacity (Ah) battery as long as the physical dimensions fit your Maruti 800 0.8 battery compartment and the positive terminal position matches.

What battery fits the Maruti 800 0.8?

The Maruti 800 0.8 requires a battery with the correct capacity (Ah) and Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) for this engine. Compatible batteries offer 45 Ah, 330 A (CCA), 12 V, case B24S, conventional flooded technology. Browse the compatible battery list below.

How many Ah does the Maruti 800 0.8 battery need?

The exact Ah rating for the Maruti 800 0.8 depends on the vehicle's original electrical consumers. Compatible batteries offer 45 Ah, 330 A (CCA), 12 V, case B24S, conventional flooded technology. Use our finder for a precise recommendation.

How long does a battery last in a Maruti 800 0.8?

With normal use, a battery for the Maruti 800 0.8 lasts 3–5 years. A healthy alternator and avoiding deep discharges significantly extend battery life.

What type of battery does my car need?

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.

What is the difference between AGM, EFB and standard batteries?

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.

How do I find the right battery for my vehicle?

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.

What warranty do the batteries have?

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.

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Maruti 800 0.8

Batteries for Maruti 800 0.8 45 hp (petrol, 2000-2006)

Maruti · 800

Which battery does a Maruti 800 0.8 need?

Specifications and battery: 0.8 (45 hp)

Maruti 800 0.8 (45 hp, petrol, 2000-2006) takes a conventional 45 Ah, 330 A battery (238 × 129 × 227 mm), with the positive terminal on the left.

Brand: Maruti
Model: 800
Built: 03/2000 - 2006
Power: 33 kW / 45 hp
Fuel: Petrol
Engine size: 796 cc (0.8 L)
Cylinders: 3
Body type: Hatchback
Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
Engine codes: F8D

Battery for this engine

Version	Technology	Capacity	Cold cranking (EN)	Size (L×W×H)	Polarity
Main	Conventional	45 Ah	330 A	238 × 129 × 227 mm	+ on the left

The same batteries also fit the 0.8 (35 hp) and 0.8 (38 hp) engines of this model.

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

🔧 Battery Expert Advisor

Battery analysis for your Maruti 800 0.8

Quick answer You need an Lead-acid battery of 45 Ah. Our recommendation: VARTA B33.

VARTAB33

Lead-acid45 Ah330 A238×129×227

€49.80

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Prices and availability updated on 20/10/2026

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

📋 What we found

For your Maruti 800 0.8 we found 3 compatible conventional (non Start-Stop) batteries.

⚡ Battery type for your vehicle

✓ Your Maruti 800 0.8 does not need a Start-Stop battery. The conventional ones shown fit your vehicle and are the most affordable option. If you want a higher-quality, longer-lasting battery, you can also fit an EFB or AGM as an upgrade — they are fully compatible and last more years.

📊 View AGM vs EFB vs Conventional — full comparison

⭐ Our recommendation

Our recommendation

For your Maruti 800 0.8 we recommend the VARTA B33 (Lead-acid, 45 Ah). It's the battery recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for your Maruti 800 0.8 — the OEM equivalent. It also offers the highest capacity (Ah) and the highest cranking power (CCA) on the list — more headroom in cold starts and with many consumers. Varta is the world's leading manufacturer of starter batteries and supplies first-equipment (OEM) batteries to the major European car makers.

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Class: Car Batteries
Brand: Maruti
Model: 800
Engine: 0.8

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

Before you buy: check 3 key points

Although the batteries shown are sourced from information provided by manufacturers, we recommend checking on your current battery:

Dimensions (length × width × height, including terminals and protrusions)
The dimensions shown are the maximum of the battery and include the height of the terminals, small ridges at the base and any lateral protrusions. Measure your current battery completely, from edge to edge. The new one must be the same size or slightly smaller — never larger, it would not fit in the housing.
Positive terminal (left or right viewed from the front — check the battery photo carefully)
Stand facing the battery, with the manufacturer's label facing you and the terminals on top. Locate the terminal marked with +: if it is on your right, it is "positive right"; if it is on your left, it is "positive left". Do not rely on how the battery is mounted in the car — the position is always measured looking only at the battery itself.
Technology (AGM, EFB or conventional — Start-Stop requires AGM or EFB)
Depending on the manufacturer, the same technology may be labelled differently: AGM may also appear as VRLA, AGM Start-Stop or AGM Deep Cycle. EFB may appear as EF, EFB+ or Enhanced Flooded Battery. Conventional may appear as SLI, Lead-Acid, Wet or Standard. If your vehicle has Start-Stop, the battery must be AGM or EFB — never conventional.

If you have any questions, just ask us and we'll be glad to advise you with no obligation.

Conventional Battery

This is a standard or conventional battery for vehicles without a start-stop system

3 products

Comparison table of available products
Category	Make	Reference	Capacity	Cold cranking	Dimensions	Price
Conventional Battery	VARTA	B33	45 Ah	330 A	238×129×227 mm	€49.80	More info
Conventional Battery	TUDOR	TB457	45 Ah	330 A	237×127×227 mm	€52.40	More info
Conventional Battery	EXIDE	EB457	45 Ah	330 A	237×127×227 mm	€83.20	More info

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Chargers

Chargers for your battery

1 product

Battery charger ABSAAR Pro4.0 6/12V 4A Smart Charger
- 6 V
€50.60

Frequently asked questions

: Yes, you can install a higher capacity (Ah) battery as long as the physical dimensions fit your Maruti 800 0.8 battery compartment and the positive terminal position matches.
: The Maruti 800 0.8 requires a battery with the correct capacity (Ah) and Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) for this engine. Compatible batteries offer 45 Ah, 330 A (CCA), 12 V, case B24S, conventional flooded technology. Browse the compatible battery list below.
: The exact Ah rating for the Maruti 800 0.8 depends on the vehicle's original electrical consumers. Compatible batteries offer 45 Ah, 330 A (CCA), 12 V, case B24S, conventional flooded technology. Use our finder for a precise recommendation.
: With normal use, a battery for the Maruti 800 0.8 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.
: 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.

Batteries for Maruti 800 0.8 45 hp (petrol, 2000-2006)

Which battery does a Maruti 800 0.8 need?