Volvo V40 II (from 2012) – batteries


Volvo V40 in version II is produced from 2012. Below we present the specifications of batteries suitable for specific engines.

Basic parameters of batteries suitable for Volvo V40 (2012-):

LayoutTerminal typesBase hold-down
0 – positive on the right side1B13

Volvo V40 II – petrol engines:
  • T2 GTDi – with Start-Stop system
  • T3 GTDi – with Start-Stop system
  • T4 – with Start-Stop system
  • T4 AWD – with Start-Stop system
  • T4 GTDi – with Start-Stop system
  • T5 – with Start-Stop system
  • T5 AWD – with Start-Stop system

Brand and seriesModelCapacityCold Cranking AmpsDimensions (LxWxH)Base Hold-DownPrice
Bosch S5 AGMS5A 0870 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Exide AGMEK70070 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Exide AGMEK72072 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Halfords StandardAGM 09670 Ah720 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Halfords AdvancedAGM 09670 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Lucas Fusion AGMLF09670 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Varta Silver Dynamic AGME3970 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
The above versions of the Volvo V40 are equipped with a Start-Stop system, and in this case, we should use batteries made with AGM technology. Matching batteries have dimensions 278x175x190 mm. The parameters of these batteries are at least 70 Ah of a capacity and 720 A CCA (Cold Cranking Amps). The base hold-down of the above batteries is B13.

Volvo V40 II – diesel engines:
  • D2 – with Start-Stop system
  • D3 – with Start-Stop system
  • D4 – with Start-Stop system

Brand and seriesModelCapacityCold Cranking AmpsDimensions (LxWxH)Base Hold-DownPrice
Bosch S5 AGMS5A 0870 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Exide AGMEK70070 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Exide AGMEK72072 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Halfords StandardAGM 09670 Ah720 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Halfords AdvancedAGM 09670 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Lucas Fusion AGMLF09670 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
Varta Silver Dynamic AGME3970 Ah760 A278x175x190 mmB13More
The engines of the Volvo V40 listed above have a Start-Stop system, and in this case, this means that we must use batteries produced in AGM technology. Matching batteries have dimensions 278x175x190 mm. The parameters of these batteries are at least 70 Ah of a capacity and 720 A CCA (Cold Cranking Amps). The base hold-down of the above batteries is B13.
If you’re still unsure which battery fits your Volvo V40 , 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!

See also information about other cars of this manufacturer

Volvo C30 (2006-2012) battery
Volvo S40 I (1995-2004) battery
Volvo S40 II (2004-2012) battery
Volvo S60 I (2000-2010) battery
Volvo S60 II (2010-) battery
Volvo S80 I (1998-2006) battery
Volvo S80 II (2006-2016) battery
Volvo V40 I (1995-2004) battery
Volvo V50 (2004-2012) battery
Volvo V60 (2010-) battery
Volvo V70 I (1996-2000) battery
Volvo V70 II (2000-2007) battery
Volvo V70 III (2007-2016) battery
Volvo XC40 (2017-) battery


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