# SsangYong Chairman battery: what each engine takes, with prices > The SsangYong Chairman has run through 2 generations between 1997 and 2025, and we cover every one of them with 2 compatible batteries: 70 to 95 Ah, 630 to 830 A of cold cranking, from 80.70 € with VAT. ## Which battery does a SsangYong Chairman take? It depends on the engine and on whether it has Start-Stop. The table shows the recommended battery for each SsangYong Chairman engine with its price, VAT included; with your number plate or VIN we tell you the exact one in seconds. ## Recommended battery for each SsangYong Chairman engine | Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL | |---|---|---|---|---| | 2.8 CW600 (145 kW / 197 CV) | Chairman II (2007–2025) | Varta G8 95Ah | 100,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman/28-cw600-145-kw-197cv | | 2.8 CW600 (147 kW / 200 CV) | Chairman II (2007–2025) | Varta G8 95Ah | 100,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman/28-cw600-147-kw-200cv | | 3.6 CW700L (184 kW / 250 CV) | Chairman II (2007–2025) | Varta G8 95Ah | 100,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman/36-cw700l-184-kw-250cv | | 3.6 CW700L Allrad (184 kW / 250 CV) | Chairman II (2007–2025) | Varta G8 95Ah | 100,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman/36-cw700l-allrad-184-kw-250cv | | 5.0 V8 5000 (225 kW / 306 CV) | Chairman II (2007–2025) | Varta G8 95Ah | 100,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman/50-v8-5000-225-kw-306cv | | 2.3 (110 kW / 150 CV) | Chairman I (1997–2025) | Varta E24 70Ah | 80,70 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman-ht/23-110-kw-150cv | | 2.8 (142 kW / 193 CV) | Chairman I (1997–2025) | Varta G8 95Ah | 100,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman-ht/28-142-kw-193cv | | 3.2 (162 kW / 220 CV) | Chairman I (1997–2025) | Varta G8 95Ah | 100,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman-ht/32-162-kw-220cv | | 3.2 (165 kW / 225 CV) | Chairman I (1997–2025) | Varta G8 95Ah | 100,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman-ht/32-165-kw-225cv | | 3.6 (184 kW / 250 CV) | Chairman I (1997–2025) | Varta G8 95Ah | 100,90 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman-ht/36-184-kw-250cv | ## SsangYong Chairman 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 | |---|---|---|---|---| | Chairman II | 2007–2025 | berlina | 5 | /gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman | | Chairman I | 1997–2025 | berlina | 5 | /gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman-ht | ## Best-selling batteries for the SsangYong Chairman | Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Car battery Varta G8 12V 95Ah 830A | 12 | 95 | 830 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 100,90 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-g8-12v-95ah-830a | | Car battery Varta E24 12V 70Ah 630A | 12 | 70 | 630 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 80,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e24-12v-70ah-630a | ## How to know which battery your SsangYong Chairman 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. 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. Before ordering, inspect your existing battery: its label lists the Ah and the starting amps. The replacement must match or beat both — never fall short — and share the same size and positive terminal side. ## Start-Stop: which battery your Chairman needs Start-Stop on the modern Chairman changes the rules: the battery takes hundreds of micro-cycles daily. The correct answer is EFB for basic systems and AGM where braking energy is recovered. Dropping to a conventional battery is the most expensive mistake you can make here. ## Frequently asked questions ### Which battery does a SsangYong Chairman take? It depends on the generation and engine: there are 2 compatible batteries in total, from 70 to 95 Ah and 630 to 830 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta G8 12V 95Ah 830A, Car battery Varta E24 12V 70Ah 630A. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds. ### How much does a SsangYong Chairman battery cost? Between 80.70 € and 100.90 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (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 Chairman is? By the registration year: Chairman II (2007-2025); Chairman I (1997-2025). 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 SsangYong Chairman 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. --- Updated: 2026-10-28 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/ssangyong/chairman