Mercedes SL R230 (2001-2012) - batteries

Mercedes-Benz SL in version R230 was produced in the years 2001 – 2012. Below we present the specifications of batteries suitable for specific engines.

Basic parameters of batteries suitable for Mercedes-Benz SL (2001-2012):

Layout	Terminal types	Base hold-down
0 – positive on the right side	1	B13

Mercedes-Benz SL R230 – petrol engines:
280
300
350
500
55 AMG
55 AMG Kompressor
600
63 AMG
65 AMG

Brand and series	Model	Capacity	Cold Cranking Amps	Dimensions (LxWxH)	Base Hold-Down	Price
Bosch S5 AGM	S5A 08	70 Ah	760 A	278x175x190 mm	B13	More
Exide AGM	EK700	70 Ah	760 A	278x175x190 mm	B13	More
Exide AGM	EK720	72 Ah	760 A	278x175x190 mm	B13	More
Halfords Standard	AGM 096	70 Ah	720 A	278x175x190 mm	B13	More
Halfords Advanced	AGM 096	70 Ah	760 A	278x175x190 mm	B13	More
Lucas Fusion AGM	LF096	70 Ah	760 A	278x175x190 mm	B13	More
Varta Silver Dynamic AGM	E39	70 Ah	760 A	278x175x190 mm	B13	More

For these petrol engines, we recommend batteries with dimensions of 278x175x190 mm and a capacity exceeding 67 Ah. The weakest of these is the battery Halfords Standard AGM 096 which capacity is 70 Ah and Cold Cranking Amps is 720 A. The most powerful battery is Exide AGM EK720 of a capacity 72Ah and Cold Cranking Amps: 760 A. The base hold-down of the above batteries is B13.

If you’re still unsure which battery fits your Mercedes-Benz SL , or if you want to help others in their selection, please send us a photo of your current battery in the comment section at the bottom of the page. You can also send the picture to contact@whatbattery.co.uk (we will place it in the comments to also help other users). Be sure to specify the car model, year, type, as well as the engine capacity and power. We’ll do our best to assist you!