Hyundai i30 I (FD) (2007-2012) – batteries


To select the right battery for a Hyundai i30 I (FD) 2007-2012, several key factors must be considered, such as the engine type, whether the car has a Start-Stop system, and the fuel type. Here’s a summary of the requirements for various engine versions.

For 1.4-liter gasoline engines without the Start-Stop system, a battery with a capacity between 50 and 54 Ah and a starting current of 450 to 540 A is recommended. An example of a suitable model is Varta C30. For the same engine with the Start-Stop system, an AGM battery with a capacity of 60 to 62 Ah and a starting current of 640 to 680 A is advisable. A good example is the Bosch S5A 05.

For the 1.6-liter gasoline version, similar to the smaller engine, the version without Start-Stop requires a standard battery with a capacity of 50 to 54 Ah and a starting current of 450 to 540 A. The Bosch S50 02 is a fitting choice and also works for the smaller 1.4 engine. The Start-Stop version, however, requires an AGM battery with the same parameters as the 1.4 Start-Stop, where the Lucas LF027 is a good option.

If you have a 2.0-liter gasoline engine without the Start-Stop system, it’s best to choose a battery with a capacity of 60 to 65 Ah and a starting current of 540 to 640 A. An example of a suitable model here is Exide EB620.

For 1.6 CRDi diesel engines without the Start-Stop system, a standard battery with a capacity of 60 to 65 Ah and a starting current of 390 to 580 A is recommended, like the Exide EA654. The Start-Stop version, on the other hand, requires an EFB battery with a capacity of 70 to 75 Ah and a starting current of 650 to 760 A, with the Halfords EFB 096 being a good example.

The 2.0 CRDi diesel version without the Start-Stop system should be equipped with a battery with a capacity of 70 to 75 Ah and a starting current of 540 to 630 A, where the Exide EA754 is a suitable choice.

In cars with the Start-Stop system, AGM or EFB batteries are essential, as they are designed to handle frequent engine starts. Standard batteries cannot withstand such strain.

Hyundai i30 in version I (FD) was produced in the years 2007 – 2012. The following table presents information about batteries that match each of the engines available on the market.

Basic parameters of batteries suitable for Hyundai i30 (2007-2012):

LayoutTerminal typesBase hold-down
0 – positive on the right side1B13
0 – positive on the right side1Korean B1
0 – positive on the right side1B9
0 – positive on the right side1B0
0 – positive on the right side1B01
As you can see, in case of Hyundai i30, even the basic parameters of the batteries (battery layout, terminal types and base hold-down) are not identical for all engine versions. For this reason, care must be taken to match the battery to a specific engine.

Hyundai i30 I (FD) – petrol engines:
  • 1.4
  • 1.6

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S4
S40 02
52 Ah
470 A
207x175x190 mmMore
Bosch S5
S50 02
54 Ah
530 A
207x175x190 mmMore
Exide Excell
EB500
50 Ah
450 A
207x175x190 mmMore
Exide Premium
EA530
53 Ah
540 A
207x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Standard
HCB 012
52 Ah
450 A
207x175x190 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic
C22
52 Ah
470 A
207x175x190 mmMore
Varta Silver Dynamic
C30
54 Ah
530 A
207x175x190 mmMore
For Hyundai i30 I (FD) with 1.4 or 1.6 petrol engines, we use batteries measuring 207x175x190 mm and with a capacity exceeding 47 Ah (ampere-hours). The weakest of these is the battery Exide Excell EB500 which capacity is 50 Ah and Cold Cranking Amps is 450 A. The most powerful battery is Varta Silver Dynamic C30 of a capacity 54Ah and Cold Cranking Amps: 530 A. All of the above motors have a base hold-down B13.

Hyundai i30 I (FD) – petrol engines:
  • 2.0

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S4
S40 05
60 Ah
540 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Bosch S5
S50 05
63 Ah
610 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Exide Excell
EB620
62 Ah
540 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Exide Premium
EA640
64 Ah
640 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Standard
HCB 027
62 Ah
550 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Supreme
LS027
65 Ah
640 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic
D24
60 Ah
540 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Varta Silver Dynamic
D15
63 Ah
610 A
242x175x190 mmMore
For the Hyundai i30 I (FD) with a 2.0 gasoline engine, we choose batteries with dimensions of 242x175x190 mm, whose capacity exceeds 59 Ah. The weakest of these is the battery Bosch S4 S40 05 which capacity is 60 Ah and Cold Cranking Amps is 540 A. The most powerful battery is Lucas Supreme LS027 of a capacity 65Ah and Cold Cranking Amps: 640 A. All batteries compatible with the 2.0 engine have a B13 mount.

Hyundai i30 I (FD) – petrol engines:
  • 1.4 – with Start-Stop
  • 1.6 – with Start-Stop

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S5 AGM
S5A 05
60 Ah
680 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK600
60 Ah
680 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK620
62 Ah
680 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Advanced
AGM 027
60 Ah
640 A
243x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Fusion AGM
LF027
60 Ah
680 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Varta Silver Dynamic AGM
D52
60 Ah
680 A
242x175x190 mmMore
1.4 or 1.6 engines in the Hyundai i30 I (FD) with Start-Stop system require the use of AGM technology batteries. Dimensions of matching batteries differ slightly depending on the manufacturer and are 242x175x190 mm or 243x175x190 mm. The parameters of these batteries are at least 60 Ah of a capacity and 640 A CCA (Cold Cranking Amps). All the batteries in the list above have a base hold-down B13.

Hyundai i30 I (FD) – diesel engines:
  • 1.6 CRDi

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S4
S40 24
60 Ah
540 A
232x173x225 mmMore
Exide Excell
EB604
60 Ah
390 A
230x173x222 mmMore
Exide Premium
EA654
65 Ah
580 A
230x173x222 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic
D47
60 Ah
540 A
232x173x225 mmMore
The Hyundai i30 I (FD) with a 1.6 CRDi diesel engine should be compatible with batteries of dimensions 230x173x222 mm or 232x173x225 mm, with a minimum capacity of 57 Ah. The most basic battery of this set is Exide Excell EB604 of a capacity 60Ah and 390A Cold Cranking Amps, the battery with the biggest capacity is Exide Premium EA654 of a capacity 65 Ah, having 580A Cold Cranking Amps.

Hyundai i30 I (FD) – diesel engines:
  • 2.0 CRDi

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S4
S40 26
70 Ah
630 A
261x175x220 mmMore
Exide Excell
EB704
70 Ah
540 A
270x173x222 mmMore
Exide Premium
EA754
75 Ah
630 A
270x173x222 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic
E23
70 Ah
630 A
261x175x220 mmMore
The Hyundai i30 I (FD) with a 2.0 CRDi diesel engine should be compatible with batteries of dimensions 260x174x224 mm, 261x175x220 mm or 270x173x222 mm, with a minimum capacity of 67 Ah. The most basic battery of this set is Exide Excell EB704 of a capacity 70Ah and 540A Cold Cranking Amps, the battery with the biggest capacity is Exide Premium EA754 of a capacity 75 Ah, having 630A Cold Cranking Amps.

Hyundai i30 I (FD) – diesel engines:
  • 1.6 CRDi – with Start-Stop

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S4 EFB
S4 E08
70 Ah
650 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide EFB
EL700
70 Ah
720 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Advanced
EFB 096
75 Ah
700 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Fusion EFB
LE096
70 Ah
650 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic EFB
N70
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic EFB
E45
70 Ah
650 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Owning a Hyundai i30 I (FD) with a 1.6 CRDi engine and Start-Stop system means there is a need to use more expensive batteries made with EFB technology. Matching batteries have dimensions 278x175x190 mm. The parameters of these batteries are at least 70 Ah of a capacity and 650 A CCA (Cold Cranking Amps). The base hold-down of the above batteries is B13.
If you’re still unsure which battery fits your Hyundai i30 , 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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