# Vauxhall VXR8 battery: what each engine takes, with prices

> Looking for a battery for your Vauxhall VXR8? Here are the 4 that fit its 3 generations (2007-2025): 60 to 74 Ah, 540 to 750 A cold cranking, from 64.80 € inc. VAT.

## Which battery does a Vauxhall VXR8 take?

It depends on the engine and on whether it has Start-Stop. The table shows the recommended battery for each Vauxhall VXR8 engine with its price, VAT included; with your number plate or VIN we tell you the exact one in seconds.

## Recommended battery for each Vauxhall VXR8 engine

| Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.2 (317 kW / 431 CV) | Vxr8 Estate (2008–2025) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8-estate-e/62-317-kw-431cv |
| 6.2 (317 kW / 431 CV) | Vxr8 Maloo (2008–2025) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8-maloo-e/62-317-kw-431cv |
| 6.0 (304 kW / 414 CV) | Vxr8 Saloon (2007–2025) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8-saloon-e/60-304-kw-414cv |
| 6.2 (317 kW / 431 CV) | Vxr8 Saloon (2007–2025) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8-saloon-e/62-317-kw-431cv |
| 6.2 Bathurst S (421 kW / 572 CV) | Vxr8 Saloon (2007–2025) | Varta D59 60Ah | 64,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8-saloon-e/62-bathurst-s-421-kw-572cv |
| 6.2 GTS (430 kW / 585 CV) | Vxr8 Saloon (2007–2025) | Varta D59 60Ah | 64,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8-saloon-e/62-gts-430-kw-585cv |
| 6.2 GTS-R (438 kW / 596 CV) | Vxr8 Saloon (2007–2025) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8-saloon-e/62-gts-r-438-kw-596cv |
| 6.2 LS3 V8 (320 kW / 435 CV) | Vxr8 Saloon (2007–2025) | Varta D59 60Ah | 64,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8-saloon-e/62-ls3-v8-320-kw-435cv |

## Vauxhall VXR8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vxr8 Maloo | 2008–2025 | berlina | 2 | /gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8-maloo-e |
| Vxr8 Estate | 2008–2025 | familiar | 2 | /gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8-estate-e |
| Vxr8 Saloon | 2007–2025 | berlina | 12 | /gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8-saloon-e |

## Best-selling batteries for the Vauxhall VXR8

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E38 12V 74Ah 750A | 12 | 74 | 750 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 90,20 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e38-12v-74ah-750a |
| Car battery Varta E43 12V 72Ah 680A | 12 | 72 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 90,20 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e43-12v-72ah-680a |
| Car battery Varta D59 12V 60Ah 540A | 12 | 60 | 540 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 64,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d59-12v-60ah-540a |
| Car battery Varta D21 12V 61Ah 600A | 12 | 61 | 600 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 69,40 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d21-12v-61ah-600a |

## How to know which battery your Vauxhall VXR8 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 VXR8 needs

Start-Stop on the modern VXR8 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 Vauxhall VXR8 take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 4 compatible batteries in total, from 60 to 74 Ah and 540 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 D59 12V 60Ah 540A. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a Vauxhall VXR8 battery cost?
Between 64.80 € and 90.20 €, 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 VXR8 is?
By the registration year: Vxr8 Maloo (2008-2025); Vxr8 Estate (2008-2025); Vxr8 Saloon (2007-2025). 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 Vauxhall VXR8 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: 2026-10-31 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/vauxhall/vxr8