# Volvo V50 battery: what each engine takes, with prices

> The Volvo V50 has run through 1 generations between 2003 and 2012, and we cover every one of them with 12 compatible batteries: 9 to 88 Ah, 130 to 800 A of cold cranking, from 59.10 € with VAT.

## Which battery does a Volvo V50 take?

It depends on the engine. Volvo V50 owners mostly buy Exide EA852 85Ah (69.80 €), Varta F17 80Ah (97.80 €) and Varta E38 74Ah (90.20 €) from us. The table shows the recommended battery for each engine with its price (VAT included) and a link to its page; with your number plate or VIN we tell you the exact one in seconds.

## Recommended battery for each Volvo V50 engine

| Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 D (100 kW / 136 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/20-d-100-kw-136cv |
| D2 (84 kW / 114 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta A7 70Ah | 134,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/d2-84-kw-114cv |
| D3 (110 kW / 150 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta F17 80Ah | 97,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/d3-110-kw-150cv |
| D5 (132 kW / 179 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta F17 80Ah | 97,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/d5-132-kw-179cv |
| 1.6 (74 kW / 101 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/16-74-kw-101cv |
| 1.6 D (80 kW / 109 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta A7 70Ah | 134,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/16-d-80-kw-109cv |
| 1.6 D (81 kW / 110 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta A7 70Ah | 134,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/16-d-81-kw-110cv |
| 1.8 (92 kW / 125 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/18-92-kw-125cv |
| 1.8 BiFuel (93 kW / 126 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E11 74Ah | 74,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/18-bifuel-93-kw-126cv |
| 1.8 FlexFuel (92 kW / 125 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/18-flexfuel-92-kw-125cv |
| 2.0 (107 kW / 146 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/20-107-kw-146cv |
| 2.0 CDI (98 kW / 133 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta F19 85Ah | 101,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/20-cdi-98-kw-133cv |
| 2.0 D4 (96 kW / 131 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E11 74Ah | 74,95 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/20-d4-96-kw-131cv |
| 2.0 FlexFuel (107 kW / 146 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/20-flexfuel-107-kw-146cv |
| 2.4 (103 kW / 140 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/24-103-kw-140cv |
| 2.4 (125 kW / 170 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/24-125-kw-170cv |
| 2.4 AWD (125 kW / 170 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/24-awd-125-kw-170cv |
| 2.4 Tdi (120 kW / 163 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta F17 80Ah | 97,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/24-tdi-120-kw-163cv |
| D4 (130 kW / 177 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta F17 80Ah | 97,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/d4-130-kw-177cv |
| T5 (162 kW / 220 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/t5-162-kw-220cv |
| T5 (169 kW / 230 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/t5-169-kw-230cv |
| T5 AWD (162 kW / 220 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/t5-awd-162-kw-220cv |
| T5 AWD (169 kW / 230 CV) | V50 (2003–2012) | Varta E38 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545/t5-awd-169-kw-230cv |

## Volvo V50 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V50 | 2003–2012 | berlina | 53 | /gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50-545 |

## Best-selling batteries for the Volvo V50

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A | 12 | 74 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 74,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e11-12v-74ah-680a |
| Car battery Varta E44 12V 77Ah 780A | 12 | 77 | 780 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 85,40 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e44-12v-77ah-780a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM | 12 | 70 | 760 | AGM | 134,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a7-agm-12v-70ah-760a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A6 12V 80Ah 800A AGM | 12 | 80 | 800 | AGM | 149,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a6-agm-12v-80ah-800a |
| Car battery Varta F17 12V 80Ah 740A | 12 | 80 | 740 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 97,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f17-12v-80ah-740a |
| 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 F18 12V 85Ah 800A | 12 | 85 | 800 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 97,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f18-12v-85ah-800a |
| Car battery Varta F19 12V 85Ah 800A | 12 | 85 | 800 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 101,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f19-12v-85ah-800a |
| Car battery Varta F16 12V 80Ah 740A | 12 | 80 | 740 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 87,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f16-12v-80ah-740a |
| Car battery Varta AUX9 12V 9Ah 130A | 12 | 9 | 130 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 59,10 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-aux9-12v-9ah-130a |
| Car battery Varta F5 12V 88Ah 740A | 12 | 88 | 740 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 138,60 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-f5-12v-88ah-740a |

## How to know which battery your Volvo V50 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.

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 V50 needs

If your V50 has Start-Stop, the battery works far harder than usual — hundreds of restarts a day rather than a handful. That calls for EFB or AGM, depending on whether the system is basic or includes regenerative braking. A conventional battery there lasts months and can make the car switch Start-Stop off.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which battery does a Volvo V50 take?
It depends on the engine. Volvo V50 owners mostly buy Exide EA852 85Ah (69.80 €), Varta F17 80Ah (97.80 €) and Varta E38 74Ah (90.20 €) from us. The table shows the recommended battery for each engine with its price (VAT included) and a link to its page; with your number plate or VIN we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a Volvo V50 battery cost?
Between 59.10 € and 149.95 €, 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 V50 is?
By the registration year: V50 (2003-2012). 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 V50 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: 2026-10-30 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/volvo/v50