# Which battery for the Ford Fiesta Mk6 (from 2008)?

> Ford Fiesta Mk6 battery: EFB 65 Ah and 650 A with Start-Stop (Varta D54), conventional 72 Ah without (Varta E43). Table by engine and number plate search.

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Fiesta VI (CB1, CCN)

- Fiesta VI Van

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With Start-Stop, the Ford Fiesta Mk6 (from 2008) always takes a battery like the Varta D54: EFB, 65 Ah and 650 A, in case size LB3. Versions without Start-Stop take the Varta E43 (conventional, 72 Ah and 680 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.
- from 2008
- 14 engines
- EFB · conventional
- Case LB3

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## Recommended batteries for the Ford Fiesta Mk6

 For Start-Stop versions
[Varta D54](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-d54)
EFB 65 Ah · 650 A (EN)
Case LB3 · 278 × 175 × 175 mm · + right
Recommended for 8 of 14 engines
[See price and specs Varta D54 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-d54)
 For versions without Start-Stop
[Varta E43](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-e43)
conventional 72 Ah · 680 A (EN)
Case LB3 · 278 × 175 × 175 mm · + right
Recommended for 5 of 14 engines
[See price and specs Varta E43 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-e43)
 For versions without Start-Stop
[Varta B18](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-b18)
conventional 44 Ah · 440 A (EN)
Case LB1 · 207 × 175 × 175 mm · + right
Recommended for 3 of 14 engines
[See price and specs Varta B18 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-b18)
 Equivalent to the Varta D54
[Exide EL652](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-el652)
EFB 65 Ah · 650 A (EN)
Case LB3 · 278 × 175 × 175 mm · + right
Same dimensions and terminal layout, the same or higher capacity and the same or better technology
[See price and specs Exide EL652 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-el652)

## Ford Fiesta Mk6 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 | With Start-Stop | Without Start-Stop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0P4JA, P4JB, P4JC, P4JD, XMJA, XMJB… | 48-59 kW (65-80 hp) | from 2012 | Petrol | Varta D54 EFB · 65 Ah · 650 A · LB3 · + right | Varta D59 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right Varta E43 conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + right |
| 1.0 EcoBoostM1JE, M1JH, SFJA, SFJB, SFJC, SFJD… | 74-103 kW (100-140 hp) | from 2012 | Petrol | Varta D54 EFB · 65 Ah · 650 A · LB3 · + right | Varta E43 conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + right |
| 1.0 SportYYJA, YYJB | 103 kW (140 hp) | 2014-2017 | Petrol | Varta D54 EFB · 65 Ah · 650 A · LB3 · + right | — |
| 1.4RTJA, RTJB, SPJA, SPJC, SPJE | 71 kW (97 hp) | from 2008 | Petrol | — | Varta B18 conventional · 44 Ah · 440 A · LB1 · + right |
| 1.4 LPGRTJA, RTJB, RTJD, SPJA, SPJC, SPJE | 68-71 kW (92-97 hp) | 2009-2017 | Gas (CNG/LPG) | — | Varta B18 conventional · 44 Ah · 440 A · LB1 · + right |
| 1.4 TDCiF6JB, F6JD, KVJA | 50-51 kW (68-70 hp) | from 2008 | Diesel | — | Varta E43 conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + right |
| 1.5 TDCiUGJC, XUJA, XUJB, XVJB, XVJC | 55-70 kW (75-95 hp) | from 2012 | Diesel | Varta D54 EFB · 65 Ah · 650 A · LB3 · + right | Varta E43 conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + right |
| 1.6HXJA, XTJA | 62-90 kW (85-122 hp) | from 2010 | Petrol | — | Varta D59 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 1.6 STJTJA, JTJB | 134 kW (182 hp) | from 2013 | Petrol | Varta D54 EFB · 65 Ah · 650 A · LB3 · + right | Varta D59 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 1.6 ST200JTJC | 147 kW (200 hp) | 2016-2017 | Petrol | Varta D54 EFB · 65 Ah · 650 A · LB3 · + right | Varta D59 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 1.6 TDCiHHJC, HHJD, HHJE, HHJF, T3JA, TZJA… | 55-70 kW (75-95 hp) | from 2008 | Diesel | Varta D54 EFB · 65 Ah · 650 A · LB3 · + right | Varta E43 conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + right |
| 1.6 TiHXJA, HXJB, HXJE, IQJA, IQJC, IQJE… | 77-99 kW (105-134 hp) | from 2008 | Petrol | — | Varta D59 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 1.6 Ti-VCTHXJA, HXJB | 88 kW (120 hp) | 2008-2012 | Petrol | — | Varta D59 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 1.25SNJA, SNJB, SNJC, SNJD, STJA, STJB… | 44-60 kW (60-82 hp) | from 2008 | Petrol | Varta D54 EFB · 65 Ah · 650 A · LB3 · + right | Varta B18 conventional · 44 Ah · 440 A · LB1 · + 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 Ford Fiesta Mk6

This page covers Fiesta VI (CB1, CCN) and Fiesta VI Van: 14 engines in the table, petrol (10), diesel (3) and gas (CNG/LPG) (1). Most engines have Start-Stop (8 of 14), which is why the most common battery type is EFB, with 65 Ah. The usual case size is LB3 (278 × 175 × 175 mm).
- Model fact: the Ford Fiesta Mk6 mainly uses case sizes LB3 (278 × 175 × 175 mm), LB1 (207 × 175 × 175 mm) and LB2 (242 × 175 × 175 mm). A battery of a different size will not sit securely in the car’s battery tray.
- General tip: if your car came from the factory with an AGM battery, replace it with another AGM; if it has an EFB, with an EFB or an AGM. A conventional battery in a Start-Stop car wears out much sooner and the system may stop working.
- General tip: on many Start-Stop cars the ECU manages battery charging, so when you replace the battery it is best to register the new one with a diagnostic tool.
- General tip: on short trips around town the alternator barely recharges the battery. If the car is parked on the street in winter or sits unused for days, measure the resting voltage (12.4 V or more) or use a battery maintainer.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which battery does the Ford Fiesta Mk6 (from 2008) take?

With Start-Stop, the Ford Fiesta Mk6 (from 2008) always takes a battery like the Varta D54: EFB, 65 Ah and 650 A, in case size LB3. Versions without Start-Stop take the Varta E43 (conventional, 72 Ah and 680 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.

### Can I fit a standard battery in my Ford Fiesta Mk6 with Start-Stop?

No. On versions that come with an EFB, such as the Varta D54, you can fit another EFB or upgrade to AGM, but not drop down to a conventional battery: it would last far less with the constant stopping and restarting of Start-Stop.

### What size battery does the Ford Fiesta Mk6 take?

Depending on the engine, the Ford Fiesta Mk6 uses these case sizes: LB3 (278 × 175 × 175 mm), LB1 (207 × 175 × 175 mm) and LB2 (242 × 175 × 175 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 D54 fit the Ford Fiesta Mk6?

Yes, it is one of the recommended batteries for the Ford Fiesta Mk6 with the 1.0, 1.0 EcoBoost, 1.0 Sport, 1.5 TDCi, 1.6 ST and 1.6 ST200 engines (8 of the 14 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 Ford Fiesta Mk6 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).

## Other Ford Fiesta generations

- [ Ford Fiesta Mk7 from 2017 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/ford-fiesta-battery#gen-ford-fiesta-7)
- [ Ford Fiesta Mk5 2001-2011 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/ford-fiesta-battery#gen-ford-fiesta-5)
- [ Ford Fiesta Mk4 1995-2003 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/ford-fiesta-battery#gen-ford-fiesta-4)
- [ Ford Fiesta Mk3 1989-1997 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/ford-fiesta-battery#gen-ford-fiesta-3)

## More information

- [Ford Fiesta battery: every generation](https://bateriasonline.es/en/ford-fiesta-battery)
- [Car battery sizes: L1-L6, LB1-LB5, B and D (Asian) cases](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-battery-sizes-l-lb-b-d-cases)
- [Varta A7 (formerly E39): what changed and equivalents](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-a7-e39-agm-battery-equivalents)
- [Varta, Bosch, Exide and Tudor car battery equivalents table](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-bosch-exide-tudor-car-battery-equivalents)
- [Start-Stop batteries (AGM and EFB)](https://bateriasonline.es/en/start-stop-batteries-agm-efb)
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- [LB3 car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/lb3-car-batteries)
- [What battery does my car need? Guide by model](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-battery-by-model)

Updated: 1 November 2026 · Source: battery application data by engine (KType TecDoc), the same data our number plate search uses, plus the datasheet of each battery.

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