# VAUXHALL Carlton batteries

> Looking for a battery for your VAUXHALL Carlton? Here are the 6 that fit its 2 generations (1990-1994): 53 to 74 Ah, 500 to 750 A cold cranking, from 64.15 € inc. VAT.

## VAUXHALL Carlton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Mk III Saloon | 1990–1994 | berlina | 57 | /gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/carlton-mk-iii-saloon-v87 |
| Carlton Mk III Estate | 1990–1994 | familiar | 45 | /gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/carlton-mk-iii-estate-v87 |

## Best-selling batteries for the VAUXHALL Carlton

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Car battery Varta E9 12V 70Ah 640A | 12 | 70 | 640 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 67,54 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e9-12v-70ah-640a |
| 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 |
| Car battery Varta C11 12V 53Ah 500A | 12 | 53 | 500 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 83,99 | — | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c11-12v-53ah-500a |

## How to know which battery your VAUXHALL Carlton 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.

You can also work it out yourself: find the registration date in the vehicle documents and locate it in the table. If the year overlaps two generations, the body style — hatch, estate or coupé — tells them apart.

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.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which battery does a VAUXHALL Carlton take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 6 compatible batteries in total, from 53 to 74 Ah and 500 to 750 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta E38 12V 74Ah 750A, Car battery Varta E43 12V 72Ah 680A, Car battery Varta E9 12V 70Ah 640A. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a VAUXHALL Carlton battery cost?
Between 64.15 € and 83.99 €, 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 Carlton is?
By the registration year: Carlton Mk III Saloon (1990-1994); Carlton Mk III Estate (1990-1994). 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 VAUXHALL Carlton 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: 2026-08-05 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/carlton
