Can I install a higher capacity battery in my Mazda CX-5 2.2 D?

Yes, you can install a higher capacity (Ah) battery as long as the physical dimensions fit your Mazda CX-5 2.2 D battery compartment and the positive terminal position matches.

What battery fits the Mazda Cx-5 2.2 D?

The Mazda Cx-5 2.2 D requires a battery with the correct capacity (Ah) and Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) for this engine. Compatible batteries offer 85 Ah, 800 A (CCA), 12 V, case D31, Start-Stop (EFB/AGM) technology. Browse the compatible battery list below.

How many Ah does the Mazda Cx-5 2.2 D battery need?

The exact Ah rating for the Mazda Cx-5 2.2 D depends on the vehicle's original electrical consumers. Compatible batteries offer 85 Ah, 800 A (CCA), 12 V, case D31, Start-Stop (EFB/AGM) technology. Use our finder for a precise recommendation.

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.

How long does it take for the battery to arrive?

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.

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Mazda CX-5 2.2 D

Batteries for Mazda CX-5 2.2 D 150 hp (diesel, from 2017)

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Which battery does a Mazda CX-5 2.2 D need?

Specifications and battery: 2.2 D (150 hp)

Mazda CX-5 2.2 D (150 hp, diesel, from 2017) takes a 85 Ah, 800 A EFB battery (306 × 173 × 225 mm), with the positive terminal on the right. It is a Start-Stop battery, so it should not be replaced with a conventional one.

Brand: Mazda
Model: CX-5 (KF)
Built: 05/2017 - 2026
Power: 110 kW / 150 hp
Fuel: Diesel
Engine size: 2,191 cc (2.2 L)
Cylinders: 4
Body type: SUV
Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
Engine codes: SHY6
Start-Stop battery: Yes (AGM/EFB)

Battery for this engine

Version	Technology	Capacity	Cold cranking (EN)	Size (L×W×H)	Polarity
Main	EFB	85 Ah	800 A	306 × 173 × 225 mm	+ on the right

The same batteries also fit the 2.2 D AWD (150 hp) and 2.2 D AWD (175 hp) engines of this model.

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

🔧 Battery Expert Advisor

Battery analysis for your Mazda CX-5 2.2 D

Quick answer You need an EFB battery of 85 Ah. Our recommendation: VARTA N85.

VARTAN85

EFB85 Ah800 A306×173×225

€127.30

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Prices and availability updated on 22/10/2026

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

📋 What we found

For your Mazda CX-5 2.2 D we found 3 compatible Start-Stop batteries.

📏 Battery size

The list contains batteries in different sizes or capacities (Ah). In many cases both variants fit, but it's worth checking your compartment dimensions and the Ah of your original battery before buying. Choose the one with the same dimensions as your current battery: a bigger one may not fit the compartment or the hold-down. If several match your size, the higher capacity gives more headroom for cold starts.

⚡ Battery type for your vehicle

✓ Your Mazda CX-5 2.2 D 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 EFB. They fit your car if the factory battery was EFB. If your current battery was AGM, check with us before buying: EFB cannot replace AGM.

📊 View AGM vs EFB vs Conventional — full comparison

⭐ Our recommendation

Our recommendation

For your Mazda CX-5 2.2 D we recommend the VARTA N85 (EFB, 85 Ah). It's the battery recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for your Mazda CX-5 2.2 D — the OEM equivalent. It also delivers the most cranking power (CCA) on the list — a clear edge in cold starts. 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: Mazda
Model: CX-5
Engine: 2.2 D

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.

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.

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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.

Comparison table of available products
Category	Make	Reference	Capacity	Cold cranking	Dimensions	Technology	Price
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries	VARTA	N85	85 Ah	800 A	306×173×225 mm	EFB	€127.30	More info
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries	TUDOR	TL954	95 Ah	800 A	306×173×222 mm	EFB	€97.30	More info
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries	EXIDE	EL954	95 Ah	800 A	306×173×222 mm	EFB	€140.60	More info

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Chargers

Chargers for your battery

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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 Mazda CX-5 2.2 D battery compartment and the positive terminal position matches.
: The Mazda Cx-5 2.2 D requires a battery with the correct capacity (Ah) and Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) for this engine. Compatible batteries offer 85 Ah, 800 A (CCA), 12 V, case D31, Start-Stop (EFB/AGM) technology. Browse the compatible battery list below.
: The exact Ah rating for the Mazda Cx-5 2.2 D depends on the vehicle's original electrical consumers. Compatible batteries offer 85 Ah, 800 A (CCA), 12 V, case D31, Start-Stop (EFB/AGM) technology. Use our finder for a precise recommendation.
: 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 an AGM or EFB Start-Stop battery: after any replacement it must be registered via OBD so the BMS applies the correct charging profile. Without this step, the battery service life could be significantly reduced; on some vehicles (BMW, Audi, VAG, Mercedes) the alternator may stop charging it altogether.

Batteries for Mazda CX-5 2.2 D 150 hp (diesel, from 2017)

Which battery does a Mazda CX-5 2.2 D need?