# VOLVO 740 batteries

> The VOLVO 740 has run through 2 generations between 1990 and 1992, and we cover every one of them with 9 compatible batteries: 60 to 100 Ah, 540 to 850 A of cold cranking, from 59.10 € with VAT.

## VOLVO 740 generations

Each generation takes a different battery. If you are torn between two, check the body style or use the number plate lookup.

| Generation | Years | Body | Batteries | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 740 | 1990–1992 | berlina | 93 | /gb/car-batteries/volvo/740-744 |
| 740 Kombi | 1990–1992 | familiar | 80 | /gb/car-batteries/volvo/740-kombi-745 |

## Best-selling batteries for the VOLVO 740

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A | 12 | 74 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 66,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e11-12v-74ah-680a |
| Car battery Varta E44 12V 77Ah 780A | 12 | 77 | 780 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 78,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e44-12v-77ah-780a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM | 12 | 70 | 760 | AGM | 118,15 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a7-agm-12v-70ah-760a |
| Car battery Varta D24 12V 60Ah 540A | 12 | 60 | 540 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 59,10 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d24-12v-60ah-540a |
| Car battery Varta H3 12V 100Ah 830A | 12 | 100 | 830 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 109,23 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-h3-12v-100ah-830a |
| Car battery Varta G3 12V 95Ah 800A | 12 | 95 | 800 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 94,55 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-g3-12v-95ah-800a |
| Car battery Varta D15 12V 63Ah 610A | 12 | 63 | 610 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 70,19 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d15-12v-63ah-610a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A5 12V 95Ah 850A AGM | 12 | 95 | 850 | AGM | 169,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a5-agm-12v-95ah-850a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A8 12V 60Ah 680A AGM | 12 | 60 | 680 | AGM | 106,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a8-agm-12v-60ah-680a |

## How to know which battery your VOLVO 740 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.

As a final check, look at the battery currently fitted: the label shows capacity (Ah) and cold cranking amps (A). Always replace with equal or higher figures, never lower, and keep the same dimensions and terminal layout.

## Start-Stop: which battery your 740 needs

Start-Stop on the modern 740 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 VOLVO 740 take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 9 compatible batteries in total, from 60 to 100 Ah and 540 to 850 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A, Car battery Varta E44 12V 77Ah 780A, Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a VOLVO 740 battery cost?
Between 59.10 € and 169.95 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (lead-acid, AGM). 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 740 is?
By the registration year: 740 (1990-1992); 740 Kombi (1990-1992). 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 VOLVO 740 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/volvo/740