# OPEL Astra J batteries

> For the OPEL Astra J (6 generations, 2009-2025) we carry 11 matching batteries, rated between 60 and 85 Ah with 540 to 800 A cold cranking. Prices open at 64.15 €, VAT included.

## OPEL Astra J 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astra J Saloon | 2012–2025 | berlina | 40 | /gb/car-batteries/opel/astra-j-saloon |
| Astra J Gtc | 2011–2018 | berlina | 44 | /gb/car-batteries/opel/astra-j-gtc |
| Astra J Sports Tourer | 2010–2015 | berlina | 63 | /gb/car-batteries/opel/astra-j-sports-tourer-p10 |
| Astra J | 2009–2016 | berlina | 60 | /gb/car-batteries/opel/astra-j-p10 |
| Astra J Estate Van | 2009–2015 | familiar | 12 | /gb/car-batteries/opel/astra-j-estate-van-p10 |
| Astra J Hatchback Van | 2009–2015 | van | 8 | /gb/car-batteries/opel/astra-j-hatchback-van-p10 |

## Best-selling batteries for the OPEL Astra J

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 F17 12V 80Ah 740A | 12 | 80 | 740 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 80,90 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f17-12v-80ah-740a |
| 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 |
| Start-Stop battery Varta N70 12V 70Ah 760A EFB | 12 | 70 | 760 | EFB | 110,15 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n70-efb-12v-70ah-760a |
| Car battery Varta E38 12V 74Ah 750A | 12 | 74 | 750 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 83,10 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e38-12v-74ah-750a |
| Car battery Varta E43 12V 72Ah 680A | 12 | 72 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 74,19 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e43-12v-72ah-680a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta N60 12V 60Ah 640A EFB | 12 | 60 | 640 | EFB | 90,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n60-12v-60ah-640a |
| Car battery Varta F18 12V 85Ah 800A | 12 | 85 | 800 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 97,19 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f18-12v-85ah-800a |
| 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 |
| Car battery Varta D59 12V 60Ah 540A | 12 | 60 | 540 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 64,15 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d59-12v-60ah-540a |
| Car battery Varta D21 12V 61Ah 600A | 12 | 61 | 600 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 68,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d21-12v-61ah-600a |

## How to know which battery your OPEL Astra J 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.

Prefer to do it manually? Check the date of first registration on your V5C and match it against the generation table above. When a year straddles two generations, the body style decides it: five-door hatch, estate or coupé.

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 Astra J needs

The later Astra J 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 OPEL Astra J take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 11 compatible batteries in total, from 60 to 85 Ah and 540 to 800 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM, Car battery Varta F17 12V 80Ah 740A, Start-Stop battery Varta A6 12V 80Ah 800A AGM. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a OPEL Astra J battery cost?
Between 64.15 € and 146.65 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (lead-acid, AGM, EFB). 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 Astra J is?
By the registration year: Astra J Saloon (2012-2025); Astra J Gtc (2011-2018); Astra J Sports Tourer (2010-2015); Astra J (2009-2016); Astra J Estate Van (2009-2015); Astra J Hatchback Van (2009-2015). 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 OPEL Astra J 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: 2026-08-02 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/opel/astra-j