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There are no Start-Stop versions of the Citroën C4 I (from 2004), so it usually takes a battery like the Varta D24: conventional, 60 Ah and 540 A, in case size L2. Other engines use the Varta C22 (conventional, 52 Ah and 470 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.
- from 2004
- 12 engines
- conventional
- Case L2
Check with your number plateWe show you only the batteries that fit your exact version.
Recommended batteries for the Citroën C4 I
For versions without Start-Stop
conventional 60 Ah · 540 A (EN)
Case L2 · 242 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 9 of 12 engines
See price and specs Varta D24
For versions without Start-Stop
conventional 52 Ah · 470 A (EN)
Case L1 · 207 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 3 of 12 engines
See price and specs Varta C22
Equivalent to the Varta D24
conventional 62 Ah · 540 A (EN)
Case L2 · 242 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Same dimensions and terminal layout, the same or higher capacity and the same or better technology
See price and specs Tudor TB620Citroën C4 I battery by engine
Each row groups the versions that share an engine. When an engine lists more than one battery, it is because the battery changes with the version or equipment: your number plate settles it.
| Engine | Power | Years | Fuel | Recommended battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 16VKFU (ET3J4) | 65 kW (88 hp) | from 2004 | Petrol | Varta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.6 16VNFU (TU5JP4) | 80 kW (109 hp) | from 2004 | Petrol | Varta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.6 16V Bio-FlexNFU (TU5JP4) | 80 kW (109 hp) | from 2007 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6 Flex | 81 kW (110 hp) | — | Petrol | Varta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.6 HDi9HV (DV6TED4B), 9HV (DV6TED4BU), 9HX (DV6ATED4), 9HY (DV6TED4), 9HZ (DV6TED4) | 66-80 kW (90-109 hp) | from 2004 | Diesel | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6 THP5FT (EP6DT) | 103 kW (140 hp) | from 2008 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6 THP 1405FT (EP6DT) | 103 kW (140 hp) | from 2008 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6 THP 1505FX (EP6DT) | 110 kW (150 hp) | from 2008 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6 VTi 1205FW (EP6) | 88 kW (120 hp) | from 2008 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 2.0 16VRFJ (EW10A), RFK (EW10J4S), RFN (EW10J4) | 100-130 kW (136-177 hp) | from 2004 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 2.0 HDiRHF (DW10BTED4), RHR (DW10BTED4), RHZ (DW10ATED) | 81-103 kW (110-140 hp) | from 2004 | Diesel | Varta E11conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + rightVarta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 2.0 VTRRFJ (EW10A) | 103 kW (140 hp) | from 2006 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
With Start-Stop: versions with automatic engine stop-start, or that leave the factory with an EFB or AGM battery. Ah = capacity; A = cold cranking current (EN standard); + right/+ left = side of the positive terminal. Under each engine you will find its engine codes, handy for identifying your version.
What you should know about the Citroën C4 I
This page covers C4 I (LC_), C4 Coupe (LA_), C4 I Saloon and C4 I Hatchback Van (LR_): 12 engines in the table, petrol (10) and diesel (2). No version has factory Start-Stop, so they all take a conventional battery, from 52 to 74 Ah depending on the engine. The usual case size is L2 (242 × 175 × 190 mm).
- Model fact: the Citroën C4 I mainly uses case sizes L2 (242 × 175 × 190 mm), L1 (207 × 175 × 190 mm) and L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm). A battery of a different size will not sit securely in the car’s battery tray.
- General tip: in a compact car that mixes town and open-road driving, the battery suffers most in winter and with lots of equipment switched on (heated rear window, heated seats). If cold starts become sluggish, have it checked before it leaves you stranded.
Frequently asked questions
Which battery does the Citroën C4 I (from 2004) take?
There are no Start-Stop versions of the Citroën C4 I (from 2004), so it usually takes a battery like the Varta D24: conventional, 60 Ah and 540 A, in case size L2. Other engines use the Varta C22 (conventional, 52 Ah and 470 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.
What size battery does the Citroën C4 I take?
Depending on the engine, the Citroën C4 I uses these case sizes: L2 (242 × 175 × 190 mm), L1 (207 × 175 × 190 mm) and L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm); dimensions are length × width × height. Also check that the positive terminal is on the same side as on your current battery.
Does the Varta D24 fit the Citroën C4 I?
Yes, it is one of the recommended batteries for the Citroën C4 I with the 1.6 16V Bio-Flex, 1.6 HDi, 1.6 THP, 1.6 THP 140, 1.6 THP 150 and 1.6 VTi 120 engines (9 of the 12 engines in the table). For the others, check their row in the table or search by number plate.
How do I find out exactly which battery my Citroën C4 I takes?
Enter your number plate or chassis number (VIN) in our battery finder: it identifies the exact engine and shows you only the compatible batteries. You can also check the label on your current battery: capacity (Ah), cold cranking (A, EN standard) and technology (AGM, EFB or conventional).
Updated: · Source: battery application data by engine (KType TecDoc), the same data our number plate search uses, plus the datasheet of each battery.