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The Ford Focus Mk2 (2004-2012) usually takes a battery like the Varta E43: conventional, 72 Ah and 680 A, in case size LB3. Only the Start-Stop versions of the 1.6 TDCi take the Varta D54 (EFB, 65 Ah).
- 2004-2012
- 16 engines
- EFB · conventional
- Case LB3
Check with your number plateWe show you only the batteries that fit your exact version.
Recommended batteries for the Ford Focus Mk2
For Start-Stop versions
EFB 65 Ah · 650 A (EN)
Case LB3 · 278 × 175 × 175 mm · + right
Recommended for 1 of 16 engines
See price and specs Varta D54
For versions without Start-Stop
conventional 72 Ah · 680 A (EN)
Case LB3 · 278 × 175 × 175 mm · + right
Recommended for 5 of 16 engines
See price and specs Varta E43
For versions without Start-Stop
conventional 60 Ah · 540 A (EN)
Case LB2 · 242 × 175 × 175 mm · + right
Recommended for 11 of 16 engines
See price and specs Varta D59
Equivalent to the Varta D59
conventional 61 Ah · 600 A (EN)
Case LB2 · 242 × 175 × 175 mm · + right
Same dimensions and terminal layout, the same or higher capacity and the same or better technology
See price and specs Tudor TA612Ford Focus Mk2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4ASDA, ASDB | 59 kW (80 hp) | 2004-2012 | Petrol | — | Varta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + rightVarta B18conventional · 44 Ah · 440 A · LB1 · + right |
| 1.6HWDA, HWDB, SHDA, SHDB, SHDC | 74 kW (100 hp) | 2004-2012 | Petrol | — | Varta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 1.6 LPGSIDA | 85 kW (115 hp) | 2009-2012 | Gas (CNG/LPG) | — | Varta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 1.6 TDCiG8DA, G8DB, G8DC, G8DD, G8DE, G8DF… | 66-81 kW (90-110 hp) | 2004-2012 | Diesel | Varta D54EFB · 65 Ah · 650 A · LB3 · + rightVarta E46EFB · 75 Ah · 730 A · LB4 · + right | Varta E43conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + right |
| 1.6 TiHXDA, HXDB, SIDA | 85 kW (115 hp) | 2004-2012 | Petrol | — | Varta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 1.8Q7DA, QQDA, QQDB | 92 kW (125 hp) | 2006-2012 | Petrol | — | Varta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + rightVarta E43conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + right |
| 1.8 FlexifuelQ7DA, QQDA, QQDB, QQDD | 92-96 kW (125-131 hp) | 2005-2012 | Petrol | — | Varta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 1.8 TDCiKKDA | 85 kW (115 hp) | 2004-2012 | Diesel | — | Varta E43conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + right |
| 2.0AODA, AODB, AODE, SYDA | 104-107 kW (140-145 hp) | from 2004 | Petrol | — | Varta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 2.0 CNGSYDA | 107 kW (145 hp) | 2009-2011 | Gas (CNG/LPG) | — | Varta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 2.0 FlexSYDA | 107 kW (145 hp) | 2008-2010 | Petrol | — | Varta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 2.0 LPGSYDA | 107 kW (145 hp) | 2008-2011 | Gas (CNG/LPG) | — | Varta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 2.0 TDCiG6DA, G6DB, G6DD, G6DE, G6DF, G6DG… | 81-100 kW (110-136 hp) | 2004-2012 | Diesel | — | Varta E43conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + rightVarta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 2.5 RSJZDA | 224 kW (305 hp) | 2009-2011 | Petrol | — | Varta F17conventional · 80 Ah · 740 A · LB4 · + right |
| 2.5 RS 500JZDA | 257 kW (350 hp) | 2010-2011 | Petrol | — | Varta F17conventional · 80 Ah · 740 A · LB4 · + right |
| 2.5 STHYDA | 166 kW (225 hp) | 2005-2012 | Petrol | — | Varta E43conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + 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 Focus Mk2
The second-generation Focus, in five-door, three-door, estate, saloon and Coupé-Cabriolet form, uses LB-series cases, which are lower than the L cases of German cars: that is the first thing to respect when you replace the battery. The TDCi diesels and the 2.5 ST take 72 Ah in an LB3 case, the 1.4 to 2.0 petrol engines, including the Flexifuel and gas versions, 60 Ah in an LB2, and the RS, 80 Ah in an LB4. Only some 1.6 TDCi models with Start-Stop have a 65 Ah EFB.
- Model fact: the Ford Focus Mk2 mainly uses case sizes LB3 (278 × 175 × 175 mm), LB2 (242 × 175 × 175 mm) and LB4 (315 × 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: 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 Ford Focus Mk2 (2004-2012) take?
The Ford Focus Mk2 (2004-2012) usually takes a battery like the Varta E43: conventional, 72 Ah and 680 A, in case size LB3. Only the Start-Stop versions of the 1.6 TDCi take the Varta D54 (EFB, 65 Ah).
Can I fit a standard battery in my Ford Focus Mk2 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 Focus Mk2 take?
Depending on the engine, the Ford Focus Mk2 uses these case sizes: LB3 (278 × 175 × 175 mm), LB2 (242 × 175 × 175 mm) and LB4 (315 × 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 E43 fit the Ford Focus Mk2?
Yes, it is one of the recommended batteries for the Ford Focus Mk2 with the 1.6 TDCi, 1.8, 1.8 TDCi, 2.0 TDCi and 2.5 ST engines (5 of the 16 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 Focus Mk2 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.