# VOLVO S40 batteries

> We stock 13 batteries that fit the VOLVO S40 across its 2 generations (1995-2012), from 9 to 88 Ah, with cold cranking between 130 and 800 A and prices starting at 58.42 € including VAT.

## VOLVO S40 generations

Batteries change from one generation to the next. When two share a year, the body style — or simply the plate — settles it.

| Generation | Years | Body | Batteries | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S40 II | 2003–2012 | berlina | 47 | /gb/car-batteries/volvo/s40-ii-544 |
| S40 I | 1995–2004 | berlina | 43 | /gb/car-batteries/volvo/s40-i-644 |

## Best-selling batteries for the VOLVO S40

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A | 12 | 74 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 68,95 | ✓ | 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 F17 12V 80Ah 740A | 12 | 80 | 740 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 80,90 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f17-12v-80ah-740a |
| Car battery Varta D15 12V 63Ah 610A | 12 | 63 | 610 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 70,19 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d15-12v-63ah-610a |
| 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 F18 12V 85Ah 800A | 12 | 85 | 800 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 97,19 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f18-12v-85ah-800a |
| Car battery Varta F19 12V 85Ah 800A | 12 | 85 | 800 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 101,10 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f19-12v-85ah-800a |
| Car battery Varta F16 12V 80Ah 740A | 12 | 80 | 740 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 87,10 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f16-12v-80ah-740a |
| Auxiliary battery Varta AUX9 12V 9Ah 130A AGM | 12 | 9 | 130 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 58,42 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-aux9-12v-9ah-130a |

## How to know which battery your VOLVO S40 takes

Easiest of all is the number plate lookup: those few characters tell us the precise variant, the engine and the original battery, so you need not check anything else.

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 S40 needs

Start-Stop on the modern S40 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 S40 take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 13 compatible batteries in total, from 9 to 88 Ah and 130 to 800 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 S40 battery cost?
Between 58.42 € and 137.95 €, 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 S40 is?
By the registration year: S40 II (2003-2012); S40 I (1995-2004). 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 VOLVO S40 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: 2026-08-08 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/s40