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With Start-Stop, the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11, from 2013) usually takes a battery like the Varta N70: EFB, 70 Ah and 760 A, in case size L3. Versions without Start-Stop take the Varta E44 (conventional, 77 Ah and 780 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.
- from 2013
- 10 engines
- AGM · EFB · conventional
- Case L3
Check with your number plateWe show you only the batteries that fit your exact version.
Recommended batteries for the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 J11
For Start-Stop versions
EFB 70 Ah · 760 A (EN)
Case L3 · 278 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 7 of 10 engines
See price and specs Varta N70
For versions without Start-Stop
conventional 77 Ah · 780 A (EN)
Case L3 · 278 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 1 of 10 engines
See price and specs Varta E44
For Start-Stop versions
AGM 70 Ah · 760 A (EN)
Case L3 · 278 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 4 of 10 engines
See price and specs Varta A7
Equivalent to the Varta N70
AGM 72 Ah · 760 A (EN)
Case L3 · 278 × 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 TK720Nissan Qashqai Mk2 J11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 DIG-THRA2DDT | 85 kW (115 hp) | from 2013 | Petrol | Varta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta E44conventional · 77 Ah · 780 A · L3 · + right |
| 1.3 DIG-THR13DDT | 103-118 kW (140-160 hp) | from 2018 | Petrol | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.5 dCiK9K 636, K9K 646, K9K 872 | 81-85 kW (110-116 hp) | from 2013 | Diesel | Varta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + rightVarta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.6 dCiR9M | 96 kW (130 hp) | from 2013 | Diesel | Varta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.6 dCi ALL MODE 4x4-iR9M | 96 kW (130 hp) | from 2013 | Diesel | Varta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.6 DIG-TMR16DDT | 120 kW (163 hp) | from 2014 | Petrol | Varta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.7 dCiR9N 401 | 110 kW (150 hp) | from 2019 | Diesel | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.7 dCi ALL MODE 4x4-iR9N 401 | 110 kW (150 hp) | from 2019 | Diesel | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 2.0MR20DD | 103-106 kW (140-144 hp) | from 2014 | Petrol | Varta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 2.0 ALL MODE 4x4-iMR20DD | 106 kW (144 hp) | from 2015 | Petrol | Varta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + 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 Nissan Qashqai Mk2 J11
The Qashqai J11 is a compact SUV with Start-Stop on most of its engines, both the DIG-T petrol and the dCi diesel, and it uses the European L3 case. The most common battery is a 70 Ah, 760 A EFB; the more recent engines (1.3 DIG-T, 1.5 dCi 85 kW and 1.7 dCi) switch to a 70 Ah AGM in the same case. Without Start-Stop, the recommended battery is a 77 Ah conventional one.
- Model fact: the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 J11 mainly uses case sizes L3 (278 × 175 × 190 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: an SUV has lots of electrical equipment and, on short journeys, the battery never gets fully charged. Sluggish starting or a Start-Stop system that stops kicking in are good signs that it needs checking.
Frequently asked questions
Which battery does the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11, from 2013) take?
With Start-Stop, the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11, from 2013) usually takes a battery like the Varta N70: EFB, 70 Ah and 760 A, in case size L3. Versions without Start-Stop take the Varta E44 (conventional, 77 Ah and 780 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.
Can I fit a standard battery in my Nissan Qashqai Mk2 with Start-Stop?
No. On versions that come with an EFB, such as the Varta N70, 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 Nissan Qashqai Mk2 take?
Depending on the engine, the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 J11 uses these case sizes: 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 N70 fit the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 J11?
Yes, it is one of the recommended batteries for the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 J11 with the 1.2 DIG-T, 1.5 dCi, 1.6 dCi, 1.6 dCi ALL MODE 4x4-i, 1.6 DIG-T and 2.0 engines (7 of the 10 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 Nissan Qashqai 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.