Mercedes B-Class W246 (from 2011) – batteries




Mercedes-Benz B-Class in version W246 is produced from 2011. The following table presents information about batteries that match each of the engines available on the market.

Basic parameters of batteries suitable for Mercedes-Benz B-Class (2011-):

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

Mercedes-Benz B-Class W246 – petrol engines:
  • B 180 – with Start-Stop
  • B 200 – with Start-Stop
  • B 200 Natural Gas Drive – with Start-Stop
  • B 220 4-matic – with Start-Stop
  • B 250 – with Start-Stop

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S5 AGM
S5A 08
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK700
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK720
72 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Standard
AGM 096
70 Ah
720 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Advanced
AGM 096
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Fusion AGM
LF096
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Silver Dynamic AGM
E39
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
When replacing the battery in a Mercedes-Benz B-Class W246 with B 180, B 200, B 200 Natural Gas Drive, B 220 4-matic gasoline engines and the others listed above, use an AGM battery. A regular lead-acid battery will quickly lose its performance because it will not work well with the start-stop system. 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.

Mercedes-Benz B-Class W246 – diesel engines:
  • B 160 CDI – with Start-Stop
  • B 180 CDI (246.200) – with Start-Stop
  • B 180 CDI (246.212) OM607 – with Start-Stop
  • B 200 CDI – with Start-Stop
  • B 220 CDI – with Start-Stop

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S5 AGM
S5A 08
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK700
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK720
72 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Standard
AGM 096
70 Ah
720 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Advanced
AGM 096
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Fusion AGM
LF096
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Silver Dynamic AGM
E39
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
The diesel engines of the Mercedes-Benz B-Class W246 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 Mercedes-Benz B-Class , 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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3 responses to “Mercedes B-Class W246 (from 2011) – batteries”

  1. I own a merc b class w246 180 diesel automatic.
    2016 reg.
    I have a problem with the stop start because of low battery.
    Can I fit a higher AH battery and will the alternator be able to charge it.
    Perhaps a 80 AH battery might solve the problem.

  2. You can fit larger battery if there is enough space. For alternator it doesn’t matter. But I think it will not solve your problem. Please remember that there are two batteries in your car – starter battery and auxiliary battery. You should check both of them and charging voltage at battery. You can also measure the car-off current draw.

  3. My 2013 B180 W246 has an OEM battery with 800CCA 80Ah AGM performance specification. It is 315mm in length. Happy to share a photo if you need it.

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