# Exide EC542 · Car battery 12V 54Ah 500A

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> Exide EC542: 54 Ah car battery, 500 A (EN), 242×175×175 mm, positive terminal on the right, LB2 case. Equivalent to Tudor TC542 and Varta C11.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-ec542
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Exide
- **Reference**: BOL-EXIDE-EC542
- **EAN**: 3661024034852
- **MPN**: EC542
- **Price**: 78,30 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-06

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Exide |
| Range | EXIDE CLASSIC |
| Application | Cars |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 54 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 500 A |
| Length | 242 mm |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 175 mm |
| Weight | 12.9 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Case size | LB2 (242 × 175 × 175 mm) |

## Quick description

The Exide EC542 is a car battery with 12 V, 54 Ah and 500 A cold cranking current, case size LB2 (242 × 175 × 175 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.

## Description

## Who the Exide EC542 is for

The Exide EC542 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. Its job is to start the engine in the cold with margin to spare and keep the car's electronics powered.
At 54 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. The EC542 belongs to the Exide EXIDE CLASSIC range. [More Exide batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)

## Part numbers and codes for the Exide EC542

This is how the Exide EC542 appears on the label and in parts catalogues:

| Commercial reference | EC542 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024034852 |
| Case size (EN) | LB2 |

## Exide EC542 vs EB602, EC550 and EA612

How the EC542 compares with Exide batteries of similar size and capacity:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EC542 (this one) | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 12.9 kg |
| Exide EB602 | 60 Ah | 540 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 12.9 kg |
| Exide EC550 | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 13.3 kg |
| Exide EA612 | 61 Ah | 600 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 13.9 kg |

- Exide EB602: 6 Ah more, 40 A more cranking power, the same LB2 case.
- Exide EC550: 1 Ah more, 40 A less cranking power, a different height (190 mm instead of 175 mm, L2). It only fits if there is room for 190 mm of height.
- Exide EA612: 7 Ah more, 100 A more cranking power, the same LB2 case.

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide EC542

Batteries that fit the EC542's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the EC542.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor TC542 | Lead-acid | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Fulmen FC542 | Lead-acid | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Deta DC542 | Lead-acid | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Varta C11 | Lead-acid | 53 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Kronobat SD-53.0 | Lead-acid | 53 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Odyssey ODP-AGM96R | TPPL | 52 Ah | 600 A | 241 × 175 × 173 |

## Inside the EC542: lead-acid technology

Inside, the EC542 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. If the EC542 is left discharged for weeks it sulphates: a maintenance charger prevents this.

## Before ordering the EC542, check this

- If your car has Start-Stop, the EC542 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
- Cold cranking: 500 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.
- Capacity of the EC542: 54 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
- Polarity of the EC542: positive terminal on the right (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
- The EC542 needs 242 × 175 × 175 mm of space (European case size LB2): measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.

## Frequently asked questions about the Exide EC542

### EC542 or EB602: which one suits me?

Compared with the EC542, the Exide EB602 has 6 Ah more and 40 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 540 A or more, choose the EB602; if it says 500 A or less, the EC542 is enough. Both measure 242 × 175 × 175 mm, so they fit the same tray.

### Exide EC542 or EC550: what changes?

Mainly the height: the EC542 is 175 mm tall (LB2) and the Exide EC550 190 mm (L2), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the EC550 offers 55 Ah and 460 A against 54 Ah and 500 A. Before choosing between the EC542 and the EC550, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

### Can the Exide EC542 be used in a car with Start-Stop?

No. The EC542 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM; in this same size there is the Odyssey ODP-AGM96R.

### How much does the Exide EC542 weigh?

12.9 kg, with 54 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Exide EB602 (60 Ah) weighs 12.9 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Exide EC542?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Tudor TC542, Fulmen FC542 and Deta DC542. As the EC542 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.

### What case size is the Exide EC542?

Case size LB2: 242 × 175 × 175 mm. The EC542 fits any standard LB2 battery tray such as the Tudor TC542.

### Which side is the positive terminal on the Exide EC542?

On the EC542, the positive terminal is on the right with the terminals facing you: compare it with your current battery, because with reversed polarity the cables will not reach.

## Keep comparing: alternatives to the EC542

- [All car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries)
- [More Exide models](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-batteries)
- [Tudor TC542](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-tc542) · 54 Ah, 500 A, 242×175×175 mm
- [Fulmen FC542](https://bateriasonline.es/en/fulmen-fc542) · 54 Ah, 500 A, 242×175×175 mm

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