BMW 7 Series F01, F02, F03, F04 (2008-2015) – batteries


BMW 7 Series in version F01, F02, F03, F04 was produced in the years 2008 – 2015. Below we present the specifications of batteries suitable for specific engines.

Basic parameters of batteries suitable for BMW 7 Series (2008-2015):

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

BMW 7 Series F01, F02, F03, F04 – petrol engines:
  • 730 i
  • 740 i – with Start-Stop
  • 740 i
  • 750 i (300 kW)
  • 750 i (330 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 750 i xDrive (300 kW)
  • 760 i
  • ActiveHybrid – with Start-Stop

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S5 AGM
S5A 13
95 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK950
95 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK960
96 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Advanced
AGM 019
95 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Fusion AGM
LF017
95 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
Varta Silver Dynamic AGM
G14
95 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
Only some of the above petrol engines of the BMW 7 Series F01, F02, F03, F04 have a Start-Stop system; however, AGM technology batteries should be used in this case. Let’s choose batteries with the dimensions: 353x175x190 mm. The parameters of these batteries are at least 95 Ah of a capacity and 850 A CCA (Cold Cranking Amps). All of the above motors have a base hold-down B13.

BMW 7 Series F01, F02, F03, F04 – petrol engines:
  • 750 i xDrive (330 kW) – with Start-Stop

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S5 AGM
S5A 15
105 Ah
950 A
393x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK1050
105 Ah
950 A
392x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK1060
106 Ah
950 A
393x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Fusion AGM
LF020
105 Ah
950 A
393x175x190 mmMore
Varta Silver Dynamic AGM
H15
105 Ah
950 A
393x175x190 mmMore
Owning a BMW 7 Series F01, F02, F03, F04 with a 750 i xDrive (330 kW) engine and Start-Stop system means there is a need to use more expensive batteries made with AGM technology. Dimensions of matching batteries differ slightly depending on the manufacturer and are 392x175x190 mm or 393x175x190 mm. The parameters of these batteries are at least 105 Ah of a capacity and 950 A CCA (Cold Cranking Amps). All the batteries in the list above have a base hold-down B13.

BMW 7 Series F01, F02, F03, F04 – diesel engines:
  • 730 d – with Start-Stop
  • 740 d
  • 740 d – with Start-Stop
  • 740 d xDrive – with Start-Stop
  • 740 d xDrive

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S5 AGM
S5A 13
95 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK950
95 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK960
96 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Advanced
AGM 019
95 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Fusion AGM
LF017
95 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
Varta Silver Dynamic AGM
G14
95 Ah
850 A
353x175x190 mmMore
For this group of diesel engines, regardless of whether the BMW 7 Series F01, F02, F03, F04 is equipped with a Start-Stop system, AGM technology batteries should be used. Batteries with dimensions 353x175x190 mm will fit. The parameters of these batteries are at least 95 Ah of a capacity and 850 A CCA (Cold Cranking Amps). All of the above motors have a base hold-down B13.

BMW 7 Series F01, F02, F03, F04 – diesel engines:
  • 730 d xDrive – with Start-Stop
  • 750 d xDrive – with Start-Stop

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S5 AGM
S5A 15
105 Ah
950 A
393x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK1050
105 Ah
950 A
392x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK1060
106 Ah
950 A
393x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Fusion AGM
LF020
105 Ah
950 A
393x175x190 mmMore
Varta Silver Dynamic AGM
H15
105 Ah
950 A
393x175x190 mmMore
730 d xDrive or 750 d xDrive engines in the BMW 7 Series F01, F02, F03, F04 with Start-Stop system require the use of AGM technology batteries. Dimensions of matching batteries differ slightly depending on the manufacturer and are 392x175x190 mm or 393x175x190 mm. The parameters of these batteries are at least 105 Ah of a capacity and 950 A CCA (Cold Cranking Amps). All the batteries in the list above have a base hold-down B13.
If you’re still unsure which battery fits your BMW 7 Series , 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!

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2 responses to “BMW 7 Series F01, F02, F03, F04 (2008-2015) – batteries”

  1. Very informative! Just one question: is it possible to fit the 105AH battery into the 750i (with original battery capacity 92AH)?

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