# MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class batteries

> For the MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class (11 generations, 1990-2020) we carry 11 matching batteries, rated between 13 and 105 Ah with 200 to 950 A cold cranking. Prices open at 68.95 €, VAT included.

## MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-Class Convertible | 2015–2020 | berlina | 4 | /gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class-convertible-a217 |
| S-Class Coupe V | 2014–2020 | coupe | 17 | /gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class-coupe-c217 |
| S-Class V | 2013–2020 | berlina | 123 | /gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class-w222-v222-x222 |
| S-Class Coupe IV | 2006–2013 | coupe | 25 | /gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class-coupe-c216 |
| S-Class IV | 2005–2013 | berlina | 71 | /gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class-w221-v221 |
| S-Class Coupe III | 1999–2006 | coupe | 15 | /gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class-coupe-c215 |
| S-Class III | 1998–2005 | berlina | 41 | /gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class-w220-v220 |
| S-Class Coupe II | 1992–1999 | coupe | 14 | /gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class-coupe-c140 |
| S-Class II | 1991–1998 | berlina | 33 | /gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class-w140 |
| S-Class I | 1990–1991 | berlina | 81 | /gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class-w126 |
| S-Class Coupe I | 1990–1991 | coupe | 48 | /gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class-coupe-c126 |

## Best-selling batteries for the MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A | 12 | 74 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 68,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e11-12v-74ah-680a |
| Car battery Varta E44 12V 77Ah 780A | 12 | 77 | 780 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 78,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e44-12v-77ah-780a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM | 12 | 70 | 760 | AGM | 118,15 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a7-agm-12v-70ah-760a |
| Car battery Varta H3 12V 100Ah 830A | 12 | 100 | 830 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 109,23 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-h3-12v-100ah-830a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A6 12V 80Ah 800A AGM | 12 | 80 | 800 | AGM | 146,65 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a6-agm-12v-80ah-800a |
| Car battery Varta G3 12V 95Ah 800A | 12 | 95 | 800 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 94,55 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-g3-12v-95ah-800a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A5 12V 95Ah 850A AGM | 12 | 95 | 850 | AGM | 169,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a5-agm-12v-95ah-850a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A8 12V 60Ah 680A AGM | 12 | 60 | 680 | AGM | 106,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a8-agm-12v-60ah-680a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A4 12V 105Ah 950A AGM | 12 | 105 | 950 | AGM | 172,14 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a4-agm-12v-105ah-950a |
| Car battery Varta AUX14 12V 13Ah 200A | 12 | 13 | 200 | AGM | 69,54 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-aux14-12v-13ah-200a |
| Car battery Varta AUX1 12V 35Ah 520A | 12 | 35 | 520 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 146,80 | — | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-aux1-12v-35ah-520a |

## How to know which battery your MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class 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.

You can also work it out yourself: find the registration date in the vehicle documents and locate it in the table. If the year overlaps two generations, the body style — hatch, estate or coupé — tells them apart.

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 S-Class needs

The later S-Class generations run Start-Stop, which puts the battery through hundreds of micro-cycles a day. These cars require EFB (basic Start-Stop) or AGM (Start-Stop with regenerative braking): fitting a conventional battery instead cuts service life to a few months and the ECU may disable the function. Rule of thumb: never downgrade from the technology fitted at the factory.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which battery does a MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 11 compatible batteries in total, from 13 to 105 Ah and 200 to 950 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A, Car battery Varta E44 12V 77Ah 780A, Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class battery cost?
Between 68.95 € and 172.14 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (AGM, 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 S-Class is?
By the registration year: S-Class Convertible (2015-2020); S-Class Coupe V (2014-2020); S-Class V (2013-2020); S-Class Coupe IV (2006-2013); S-Class IV (2005-2013); S-Class Coupe III (1999-2006). 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 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class 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: 2026-08-14 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mercedes-benz/s-class