What battery fits the Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S?

Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S (80 hp, petrol, 1996-2001) takes a conventional 45 Ah, 330 A battery (238 × 129 × 227 mm), with the positive terminal on the left. Compatible batteries offer 45 Ah, 330 A (CCA), 12 V, case B24RS, conventional flooded technology. Browse the compatible battery list below.

Does the Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S need an AGM or EFB battery?

If your Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S 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.

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Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S

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Which battery does a Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S need?

Specifications and battery: 1.3 Cooper S (80 hp)

Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S (80 hp, petrol, 1996-2001) takes a conventional 45 Ah, 330 A battery (238 × 129 × 227 mm), with the positive terminal on the left. (12 A2L)

Recommended battery for this engine Car battery Varta B34 12V 45Ah 330A €54.95 incl. VAT

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Brand: Rover
Model: MINI Hatchback
Built: 11/1996 - 05/2001
Power: 59 kW / 80 hp
Fuel: Petrol
Engine size: 1,275 cc (1.3 L)
Cylinders: 4
Body type: Hatchback
Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
Engine codes: 12 A2L

Battery for this engine

Version	Technology	Capacity	Cold cranking (EN)	Size (L×W×H)	Polarity
Main	Conventional	45 Ah	330 A	238 × 129 × 227 mm	+ on the left

The same batteries also fit the 1.3 Cooper Works (90 hp) engine of this model.

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

EFB, AGM or conventional for this engine?

Rule of thumb for the Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S: fit the same technology as the original or better (conventional → EFB → AGM), with equal or higher capacity and cold cranking amps, and respect the size and terminal position of around 45 Ah.

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Battery analysis for your Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S

Quick answer You need an ordinary lead-acid battery of 45 Ah. Our recommendation: VARTA B34.

VARTAB34

ordinary lead-acid45 Ah330 A238×129×227

€54.95

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

📋 What we found

For your Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S we found 4 compatible conventional (non Start-Stop) batteries.

⚡ Battery type for your vehicle

✓ Your Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S does not need a Start-Stop battery. The conventional ones shown fit your vehicle and are the most affordable option. If you want a higher-quality, longer-lasting battery, you can also fit an EFB or AGM as an upgrade — they are fully compatible and last more years.

📊 View AGM vs EFB vs Conventional — full comparison

⭐ Our recommendation

Our recommendation

For your Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S we recommend the VARTA B34 (ordinary lead-acid, 45 Ah). It's the battery recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for your Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S — 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: Rover
Model: MINI Hatchback
Engine: 1.3 Cooper S

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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.

If you have any questions, just ask us and we'll be glad to advise you with no obligation.

Conventional Battery

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

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Why we recommend the VARTA B34

For €2.55 more: OEM fitment.

	RecommendedVARTA B34	CheapestTUDOR TB457
Cold cranking	330 A	330 A
Capacity	45 Ah	45 Ah
Technology	Conventional	Conventional
Why	OEM fitment	—
Price	€54.95	€52.40

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Comparison table of available products
Category	Make	Reference	Capacity	Cold cranking	Dimensions	Technology	Price
Conventional Battery	VARTA	B34	45 Ah	330 A	238×129×227 mm	Conventional	€54.95	More info
Conventional Battery	TUDOR	TB455	45 Ah	330 A	237×127×227 mm	Conventional	€55.70	More info
Conventional Battery	TUDOR	TB457	45 Ah	330 A	237×127×227 mm	Conventional	€52.40	More info
Conventional Battery	EXIDE	EB455	45 Ah	330 A	237×127×227 mm	Conventional	€83.20	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
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Frequently asked questions

: Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S (80 hp, petrol, 1996-2001) takes a conventional 45 Ah, 330 A battery (238 × 129 × 227 mm), with the positive terminal on the left. Compatible batteries offer 45 Ah, 330 A (CCA), 12 V, case B24RS, conventional flooded technology. Browse the compatible battery list below.
: If your Rover MINI Hatchback 1.3 Cooper S 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.

Guides

: This vehicle has no Start-Stop. According to the manufacturer, it does not need to be registered after the change.

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