How to choose the right car battery?

Need to replace your battery but not sure how? Don't pick at random, because a model error will quickly lead to a new one. battery Replacement... Here are our tips for choosing the right size, wattage or capacity.

🔎 Is the size of your new battery the right size?

This is the first feature to consider when replacing the battery. It should fit perfectly into its place. Length and width range from single to double depending on the model. To find the right battery size for your vehicle, you have three solutions:

• If you still have an old battery, please measure its dimensions, otherwise, measure the location of the battery;
• Look for websites that sell batteries for your car model.

(I.e. Is the battery voltage correct?

The first value to select is voltage or voltage, which is expressed in volts (V). Traditional car batteries are rated at 12V. If you have an older car, a 6V model will suffice, but these are harder to find. Finally, heavier vehicles such as vans must be powered by 24V batteries.

⚡ Is the battery capacity sufficient?

Battery capacity is expressed in mAh (milliampere-hours). This is the amount of energy it can store, and therefore its stamina at the same time, depending on your type of driving.

At the same time, you must select its amperage, expressed, as the name suggests, in amperes (A). This is the intensity (starting power) that your battery can provide. It also needs to be adapted to your vehicle type.

Good to know: Whoever can do the most will do the least. A proverb that can be applied to the choice of the capacity of your future battery. If it is too low, you run the risk of failure, and choosing a higher power will not interfere with the proper operation of your car's engine.

Here are some examples of capacity and minimum power that can be selected depending on the type of vehicle and driving:

?? Have you checked the battery brand and price?

Prices vary greatly depending on the model, but they vary depending on:

• 80 and 100 euros for a compact;
• 100 and 150 euros for a family;
• And 150 and 200 euros, or even more, for a large car.

Faced with the first prices (below the 70 euro bar), go your own way! This is not a guarantee of quality.

In terms of brands, the most famous are Bosch, Varta and Fulmen. They are all very good quality and reliable. Private labels such as Feu Vert, Norauto or Roady are produced in the same factories, but they are less expensive and the quality remains very acceptable.

Despite all these tips, are you unsure of yourself and don't want to take risks? So take the easiest way to replace the battery: make an appointment at one of our reliable garages.