# VOLVO V40 batteries

> We stock 11 batteries that fit the VOLVO V40 across its 4 generations (1995-2019), from 9 to 80 Ah, with cold cranking between 130 and 800 A and prices starting at 58.42 € including VAT.

## VOLVO V40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V40 Hatchback Van | 2013–2015 | van | 10 | /gb/car-batteries/volvo/v40-hatchback-van-525 |
| V40 Hatchback | 2012–2019 | hatchback | 74 | /gb/car-batteries/volvo/v40-hatchback-525 |
| V40 Cross Country | 2012–2019 | berlina | 29 | /gb/car-batteries/volvo/v40-cross-country-526 |
| V40 Estate | 1995–2004 | familiar | 46 | /gb/car-batteries/volvo/v40-estate-645 |

## Best-selling batteries for the VOLVO V40

| 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 |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A6 12V 80Ah 800A AGM | 12 | 80 | 800 | AGM | 146,65 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a6-agm-12v-80ah-800a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta N70 12V 70Ah 760A EFB | 12 | 70 | 760 | EFB | 110,15 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n70-efb-12v-70ah-760a |
| 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 AUX14 12V 13Ah 200A AGM | 12 | 13 | 200 | AGM | 69,54 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-aux14-12v-13ah-200a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta N80 12V 80Ah 800A EFB | 12 | 80 | 800 | EFB | 125,65 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n80-12v-80ah-800a |
| Motorcycle battery Varta YTX12-4 (510909017) 12V 10Ah 170A AGM | 12 | 10 | 170 | AGM | 74,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-motorcycle-12v-10ah-ytx12-4-fa-510909017 |
| Car battery Varta AUX9 12V 9Ah 130A | 12 | 9 | 130 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 58,42 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-aux9-12v-9ah-130a |

## How to know which battery your VOLVO V40 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.

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.

Before ordering, inspect your existing battery: its label lists the Ah and the starting amps. The replacement must match or beat both — never fall short — and share the same size and positive terminal side.

## Start-Stop: which battery your V40 needs

Start-Stop on the modern V40 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 V40 take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 11 compatible batteries in total, from 9 to 80 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 V40 battery cost?
Between 58.42 € and 146.65 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (lead-acid, AGM, EFB). 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 V40 is?
By the registration year: V40 Hatchback Van (2013-2015); V40 Hatchback (2012-2019); V40 Cross Country (2012-2019); V40 Estate (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 V40 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: 2026-08-01 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v40