# Toyota Tacoma Pickup battery: what each engine takes, with prices

> Looking for a battery for your Toyota Tacoma Pickup? Here are the 2 that fit its 2 generations (1994-2015): 70 to 72 Ah, 630 to 760 A cold cranking, from 83.80 € inc. VAT.

## Which battery does a Toyota Tacoma Pickup take?

It depends on the engine and on whether it has Start-Stop. The table shows the recommended battery for each Toyota Tacoma Pickup engine with its price, VAT included; with your number plate or VIN we tell you the exact one in seconds.

## Recommended battery for each Toyota Tacoma Pickup engine

| Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7 4WD (TRN220_) (118 kW / 160 CV) | Tacoma Pickup II (2004–2015) | Varta E23 70Ah | 83,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/toyota/tacoma-pickup-_n2/27-4wd-trn220_-118-kw-160cv |
| 4.0 4WD (GRN245) (175 kW / 238 CV) | Tacoma Pickup II (2004–2015) | Varta E23 70Ah | 83,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/toyota/tacoma-pickup-_n2/40-4wd-grn245-175-kw-238cv |
| 4.0 4WD (GRN245_, GRN250_, GRN270_, GLN245L, GLN250L,... (174 kW / 237 CV) | Tacoma Pickup II (2004–2015) | Varta E23 70Ah | 83,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/toyota/tacoma-pickup-_n2/40-4wd-grn245_-grn250_-grn270_-gln245l-gln250l-174-kw-237cv |
| 3.4 4WD (VZN160_) (140 kW / 190 CV) | Tacoma Pickup I (1994–2004) | Varta E23 70Ah | 83,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/toyota/tacoma-pickup-_n1/34-4wd-vzn160_-140-kw-190cv |

## Toyota Tacoma Pickup 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma Pickup II | 2004–2015 | berlina | 6 | /gb/car-batteries/toyota/tacoma-pickup-_n2 |
| Tacoma Pickup I | 1994–2004 | berlina | 2 | /gb/car-batteries/toyota/tacoma-pickup-_n1 |

## Best-selling batteries for the Toyota Tacoma Pickup

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E23 12V 70Ah 630A | 12 | 70 | 630 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 83,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e23-12v-70ah-630a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta N72 12V 72Ah 760A EFB | 12 | 72 | 760 | EFB | 115,30 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n72-12v-72ah-760a |

## How to know which battery your Toyota Tacoma Pickup 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.

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 Tacoma Pickup needs

The later Tacoma Pickup 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 Toyota Tacoma Pickup take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 2 compatible batteries in total, from 70 to 72 Ah and 630 to 760 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta E23 12V 70Ah 630A, Start-Stop battery Varta N72 12V 72Ah 760A EFB. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a Toyota Tacoma Pickup battery cost?
Between 83.80 € and 115.30 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (EFB, 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 Tacoma Pickup is?
By the registration year: Tacoma Pickup II (2004-2015); Tacoma Pickup I (1994-2004). 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 Toyota Tacoma Pickup 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: 2026-10-29 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/toyota/tacoma-pickup