# PEUGEOT J5 batteries

> Looking for a battery for your PEUGEOT J5? Here are the 8 that fit its 6 generations (1990-1994): 56 to 100 Ah, 480 to 850 A cold cranking, from 55.77 € inc. VAT.

## PEUGEOT J5 generations

Batteries change from one generation to the next. When two share a year, the body style — or simply the plate — settles it.

| Generation | Years | Body | Batteries | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J5 Van I | 1990–1994 | van | 19 | /gb/car-batteries/peugeot/j5-van-290l |
| J5 Platform/Chassis I | 1990–1994 | berlina | 17 | /gb/car-batteries/peugeot/j5-platformchassis-290l |
| J5 Bus I | 1990–1994 | berlina | 17 | /gb/car-batteries/peugeot/j5-bus-290p |
| J5 Van II | 1990–1990 | van | 16 | /gb/car-batteries/peugeot/j5-van-280l |
| J5 Platform/Chassis II | 1990–1990 | berlina | 16 | /gb/car-batteries/peugeot/j5-platformchassis-280l |
| J5 Bus II | 1990–1990 | berlina | 11 | /gb/car-batteries/peugeot/j5-bus-280p |

## Best-selling batteries for the PEUGEOT J5

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A | 12 | 74 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 66,95 | ✓ | 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 |
| Car battery Varta D24 12V 60Ah 540A | 12 | 60 | 540 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 59,10 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d24-12v-60ah-540a |
| Car battery Varta H3 12V 100Ah 830A | 12 | 100 | 830 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 109,23 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-h3-12v-100ah-830a |
| Car battery Varta G3 12V 95Ah 800A | 12 | 95 | 800 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 94,55 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-g3-12v-95ah-800a |
| Car battery Varta D15 12V 63Ah 610A | 12 | 63 | 610 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 70,19 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d15-12v-63ah-610a |
| 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 |
| Car battery Varta C14 12V 56Ah 480A | 12 | 56 | 480 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 55,77 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c14-12v-56ah-480a |

## How to know which battery your PEUGEOT J5 takes

The quickest and safest route is to enter your number plate: we identify the exact version, its engine and the battery fitted at the factory, with no room for error.

Another route is the vehicle paperwork: the registration date places you in one of the generations listed. In the overlap years, body style is the detail that separates them.

As a final check, look at the battery currently fitted: the label shows capacity (Ah) and cold cranking amps (A). Always replace with equal or higher figures, never lower, and keep the same dimensions and terminal layout.

## Start-Stop: which battery your J5 needs

The later J5 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 PEUGEOT J5 take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 8 compatible batteries in total, from 56 to 100 Ah and 480 to 850 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, Car battery Varta D24 12V 60Ah 540A. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a PEUGEOT J5 battery cost?
Between 55.77 € and 169.95 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (lead-acid, AGM). 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 J5 is?
By the registration year: J5 Van I (1990-1994); J5 Platform/Chassis I (1990-1994); J5 Bus I (1990-1994); J5 Van II (1990-1990); J5 Platform/Chassis II (1990-1990); J5 Bus II (1990-1990). 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 PEUGEOT J5 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: 2026-08-04 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/peugeot/j5