Does the Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti need an AGM or EFB battery?

If your Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti has start-stop, regenerative braking or many electrical accessories, you will need an AGM or EFB battery. Check your vehicle's technical specifications.

What type of battery does my car need?

You need the make, model and engine. If your car has Start-Stop (the engine switches off at traffic lights), it needs an EFB or an AGM battery, depending on what it came with: if it has an AGM, fit another AGM; if it has an EFB, another EFB or an AGM. On cars with battery management (BMW, Mercedes, VAG group…), moving from EFB to AGM requires coding the new battery. Without Start-Stop, a conventional battery is fine, or an EFB or AGM if you want a longer life.

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

A conventional (lead-acid) battery is for cars without Start-Stop. An EFB is a reinforced conventional battery for basic Start-Stop. An AGM offers the highest performance and is fitted as standard on cars with advanced Start-Stop, regenerative braking or high electrical demand. Replacement rule: an AGM only with another AGM; an EFB with another EFB or an AGM; a conventional battery with any of the three. Never move down in technology.

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.

Which battery does my Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti need: Start-Stop or conventional?

It depends on the version. If your Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti has Start-Stop (the engine switches off by itself at traffic lights) it needs an EFB or AGM battery; if not, a conventional one. To check, look for an "A" or "A-OFF" button near the gear lever, or read the label on your current battery: if it says EFB, AGM or Start-Stop, choose that technology.

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Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti

Batteries for Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti 110 hp (diesel, 2012-2015)

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Which battery does a Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti need?

Specifications and battery: 1.7 Cdti (110 hp)

Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti (110 hp, diesel, 2012-2015): depending on the equipment, it takes a 70 Ah, 760 A AGM battery (278 × 175 × 190 mm) with Start-Stop, or a conventional 72 Ah, 680 A battery (278 × 175 × 175 mm) without it. In every case the positive terminal is on the right. (A 17 DTJ, A 17 DTC, A 17 DTE)

Recommended battery for this engine Start-Stop battery Varta A7 Dynamic AGM 12V 70Ah 760A AGM €134.95 incl. VAT

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Brand: Opel
Model: Astra J Saloon
Built: 06/2012 - 10/2015
Power: 81 kW / 110 hp
Fuel: Diesel
Engine size: 1,686 cc (1.7 L)
Cylinders: 4
Body type: Saloon
Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
Engine codes: A 17 DTJ, A 17 DTC, A 17 DTE
Start-Stop battery: Depends on version

Battery for this engine

Version	Technology	Capacity	Cold cranking (EN)	Size (L×W×H)	Polarity
With Start-Stop	AGM	70 Ah	760 A	278 × 175 × 190 mm	+ on the right
Without Start-Stop	Conventional	72 Ah	680 A	278 × 175 × 175 mm	+ on the right

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

EFB, AGM or conventional for this engine?

It depends on the version of the Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti: if the engine switches itself off at traffic lights it has Start-Stop and needs AGM of around 70 Ah; if not, the conventional battery in the table is fine. If in doubt, check the label on the battery fitted now and never go down a technology level.

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Battery analysis for your Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti

Quick answer Depending on the equipment, your car uses one of these two main batteries. The most common option is AGM 70 Ah (278×175×190 mm): we recommend VARTA A7. Other units use ordinary lead-acid 72 Ah (278×175×175 mm): VARTA E43. Before buying, check the Ah on your current battery's label or measure its length.

Batteries in your Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti

MainDepends on equipmentSee all in the list →

Measure the height of yours: 190 or 175 mm

With Start-Stop

VARTA A7

AGM70 Ah760 A

278 × 175 × 190 mm

€134.95Buy

Without Start-Stop

VARTA E43

ordinary lead-acid72 Ah680 A

278 × 175 × 175 mm

€90.20Buy

Prices and availability updated on 01/11/2026

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

📋 What we found

For your Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti we found 7 compatible batteries. This list includes 4 Start-Stop batteries and 3 conventional batteries (non Start-Stop).

📏 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

Does your Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti have a Start-Stop system? It shuts the engine off at short stops (traffic lights, jams) and restarts it automatically when you release the brake/clutch. If your dashboard has an "A-OFF" button or an engine icon with a circular arrow, it has it.

How do I know if my car has Start-Stop?

What happens if I fit a conventional battery in a Start-Stop car?

🔋 Technology (AGM / EFB)

📊 View AGM vs EFB vs Conventional — full comparison

⭐ Our recommendation

Our recommendation

For your Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti we recommend the VARTA A7 (AGM, 70 Ah). It's the battery recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for your Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti — the OEM equivalent. 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: Opel
Model: Astra J Saloon
Engine: 1.7 Cdti

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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 — the same as your current battery or higher)
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.

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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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Does your car have Start-Stop?

Start-Stop switches the engine off at traffic lights. If your car has it, it needs an AGM or EFB battery.

Compare the technologies available for your car

A higher technology withstands more charge and discharge cycles, according to manufacturers. If your car has Start-Stop, it needs EFB or AGM.

Conventional (lead-acid) For normal use in cars without Start-Stop. from €74.10 View KRONOBAT MS-74.0
AGM Up to 3× more cycles than a conventional battery. The highest performance, ideal with lots of electrical equipment. from €108.60 +€34.50 View TUDOR TK720

Comparison table of available products
Category	Make	Reference	Capacity	Cold cranking	Dimensions	Technology	Price
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries	VARTA	A7	70 Ah	760 A	278×175×190 mm	AGM	€134.95	More info
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries	VARTA	A6	80 Ah	800 A	315×175×190 mm	AGM	€149.95	More info
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries	TUDOR	TK720	72 Ah	760 A	278×175×190 mm	AGM	€108.60	More info
Start-Stop & high energy demand batteries	EXIDE	EK720	72 Ah	760 A	278×175×190 mm	AGM	€108.60	More info

Conventional Battery

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

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Recommended conventional
Car battery Varta E43 Dynamic SLI 12V 72Ah 680A
- 12 V
- 72 Ah
- 680 A
Dimensions 278×175×175 mm
- ✓ OEM fitment
€90.20
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Car battery Varta E38 Dynamic SLI 12V 74Ah 750A
- 12 V
- 74 Ah
- 750 A
Dimensions 278×175×175 mm

€90.20
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Car battery Kronobat MS-74.0 Supreme 12V 74Ah 750A
- 12 V
- 74 Ah
- 750 A
- Conventional
Dimensions 278×175×175 mm

€74.10
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Comparison table of available products
Category	Make	Reference	Capacity	Cold cranking	Dimensions	Technology	Price
Conventional Battery	VARTA	E43	72 Ah	680 A	278×175×175 mm	Conventional	€90.20	More info
Conventional Battery	VARTA	E38	74 Ah	750 A	278×175×175 mm	Conventional	€90.20	More info
Conventional Battery	KRONOBAT	MS-74.0	74 Ah	750 A	278×175×175 mm	Conventional	€74.10	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

: Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti (110 hp, diesel, 2012-2015): depending on the equipment, it takes a 70 Ah, 760 A AGM battery (278 × 175 × 190 mm) with Start-Stop, or a conventional 72 Ah, 680 A battery (278 × 175 × 175 mm) without it. In every case the positive terminal is on the right. Compatible batteries offer 70-80 Ah, 680-800 A (CCA), 12 V, case T6/LB3, conventional flooded and Start-Stop (EFB/AGM) technology. Browse the compatible battery list below.
: If your Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti has start-stop, regenerative braking or many electrical accessories, you will need an AGM or EFB battery. Check your vehicle's technical specifications.
: You need the make, model and engine. If your car has Start-Stop (the engine switches off at traffic lights), it needs an EFB or an AGM battery, depending on what it came with: if it has an AGM, fit another AGM; if it has an EFB, another EFB or an AGM. On cars with battery management (BMW, Mercedes, VAG group…), moving from EFB to AGM requires coding the new battery. Without Start-Stop, a conventional battery is fine, or an EFB or AGM if you want a longer life.
: A conventional (lead-acid) battery is for cars without Start-Stop. An EFB is a reinforced conventional battery for basic Start-Stop. An AGM offers the highest performance and is fitted as standard on cars with advanced Start-Stop, regenerative braking or high electrical demand. Replacement rule: an AGM only with another AGM; an EFB with another EFB or an AGM; a conventional battery with any of the three. Never move down in technology.
: 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 delivery takes 24-48 working hours if you order before 6:00 pm (Monday to Friday) and the battery is in stock; mainland Portugal takes 1 to 4 working days, the Balearic Islands 2 to 5 working days and other EU destinations 4 to 7 working days. Batteries are shipped fully charged and ready to install.
: It depends on the version. If your Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti has Start-Stop (the engine switches off by itself at traffic lights) it needs an EFB or AGM battery; if not, a conventional one. To check, look for an "A" or "A-OFF" button near the gear lever, or read the label on your current battery: if it says EFB, AGM or Start-Stop, choose that technology.

Guides

: Depending on the version, this vehicle uses a conventional or a Start-Stop battery (AGM or EFB). Some versions require the new battery to be registered via OBD and, if you change technology, coded.

Batteries for Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti 110 hp (diesel, 2012-2015)

Which battery does a Opel Astra J Saloon 1.7 Cdti need?