Mercedes GL-Class X166 (from 2012) – batteries


Mercedes-Benz GL-Class in version X166 is produced from 2012. 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 GL-Class (2012-):

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

Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X166 – petrol engines:
  • GL 400 4-matic
  • GL 500 4-matic
  • GL 63 AMG

Brand and seriesModelCapacityCold Cranking AmpsDimensions (LxWxH)Base Hold-DownPrice
Bosch S5 AGMS5A 1395 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
Exide AGMEK95095 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
Exide AGMEK96096 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
Halfords AdvancedAGM 01995 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
Lucas Fusion AGMLF01795 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
Varta Silver Dynamic AGMG1495 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
The above three petrol engines of the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, namely GL 400 4-matic ,GL 500 4-matic and GL 63 AMG, will perform best with batteries of at least 92 Ah capacity. We recommend choosing higher-end battery models for cars with a large number of optional extras. The weakest of these is the battery Halfords Advanced AGM 019 which capacity is 95 Ah and Cold Cranking Amps is 850 A. The most powerful battery is Exide AGM EK960 of a capacity 96Ah and Cold Cranking Amps: 850 A. All of the above motors have a base hold-down B13.

Mercedes-Benz GL-Class X166 – diesel engines:
  • GL 350 BlueTec 4-matic

Brand and seriesModelCapacityCold Cranking AmpsDimensions (LxWxH)Base Hold-DownPrice
Bosch S5 AGMS5A 1395 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
Exide AGMEK95095 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
Exide AGMEK96096 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
Halfords AdvancedAGM 01995 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
Lucas Fusion AGMLF01795 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
Varta Silver Dynamic AGMG1495 Ah850 A353x175x190 mmB13More
The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class with a GL 350 BlueTec 4-matic diesel engine should be compatible with batteries of dimensions 353x175x190 mm, with a minimum capacity of 92 Ah. The most basic battery of this set is Halfords Advanced AGM 019 of a capacity 95Ah and 850A Cold Cranking Amps, the battery with the biggest capacity is Exide AGM EK960 of a capacity 96 Ah, having 850A Cold Cranking Amps. All of the above motors have a base hold-down B13.
If you’re still unsure which battery fits your Mercedes-Benz GL-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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