VW Tiguan 2 (from 2016) – batteries




VW Tiguan in version 2 is produced from 2016. We invite you to a list of batteries matching individual engine versions.

Basic parameters of batteries suitable for VW Tiguan (2016-):

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

VW Tiguan 2 – petrol engines:
  • 1.4 eHybrid (180 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 1.5 TSI ACT (110 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 1.5 TSI ACT (96 kW) – with Start-Stop

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S4 EFB
S4 E05
60 Ah
560 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Exide EFB
EL600
60 Ah
640 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Advanced
EFB 027
65 Ah
600 A
243x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Fusion EFB
LE027
60 Ah
560 A
242x175x190 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic EFB
D53
60 Ah
560 A
242x175x190 mmMore
The above versions of the VW Tiguan 2 are equipped with a Start-Stop system, and in this case, we should use batteries made with EFB technology. The dimensions of batteries suitable for 1.4 eHybrid (180 kW), 1.5 TSI ACT (110 kW) and 1.5 TSI ACT (96 kW) engines vary slightly among different manufacturers and are: 242x175x190 mm or 243x175x190 mm. The parameters of these batteries are at least 60 Ah of a capacity and 560 A CCA (Cold Cranking Amps). All of the above motors have a base hold-down B13.

VW Tiguan 2 – petrol engines:
  • 1.4 TSI (110 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 1.4 TSI (92 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 2.0 TSI 4Motion (132 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 2.0 TSI 4Motion (140 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 2.0 TSI 4Motion (162 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 2.0 TSI 4Motion (169 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 2.0 TSI 4Motion (180 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • R (235 kW) – 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
E45
70 Ah
650 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic EFB
N70
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
The VW Tiguan 2 gasoline engines mentioned above are equipped with a Start-Stop system, and in this case, it means there is a need to use batteries produced using 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). All the batteries in the list above have a base hold-down B13.

VW Tiguan 2 – diesel engines:
  • 2.0 TDI (110 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 2.0 TDI (85 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 2.0 TDI 4Motion (147 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 2.0 TDI SCR (110 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 2.0 TDI SCR (85 kW) – 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
E45
70 Ah
650 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic EFB
N70
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
The diesel engines of the VW Tiguan 2 listed above have a Start-Stop system, and in this case, this means that we must use batteries produced in 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). All the batteries in the list above have a base hold-down B13.

VW Tiguan 2 – diesel engines:
  • 2.0 TDI 4Motion (176 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 2.0 TDI SCR 4Motion (176 kW) – 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
2.0 TDI 4Motion (176 kW) or 2.0 TDI SCR 4Motion (176 kW) engines in the VW Tiguan 2 with Start-Stop system require the use of AGM technology batteries. 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). All the batteries in the list above have a base hold-down B13.

VW Tiguan 2 – diesel engines:
  • 2.0 TDI 4Motion (140 kW) – with Start-Stop
  • 2.0 TDI SCR 4Motion (140 kW) – with Start-Stop

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S4 EFB
S4 E08
70 Ah
650 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Bosch S5 AGM
S5A 08
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide EFB
EL700
70 Ah
720 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK700
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide AGM
EK720
72 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Advanced
AGM 096
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Standard
AGM 096
70 Ah
720 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Advanced
EFB 096
75 Ah
700 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Fusion AGM
LF096
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Fusion EFB
LE096
70 Ah
650 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic EFB
E45
70 Ah
650 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Silver Dynamic AGM
E39
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic EFB
N70
70 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
The decision on which battery to choose for the 2.0 TDI 4Motion (140 kW) and 2.0 TDI SCR 4Motion (140 kW) engines can be difficult without looking under the hood. In these versions of the VW Tiguan 2, you may find EFB and AGM batteries, and it is best to use the same type as you currently have. Matching batteries have dimensions 278x175x190 mm. All the batteries in the list above have a base hold-down B13.
If you’re still unsure which battery fits your VW Tiguan , 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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