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With Start-Stop, the Opel Corsa D (2006-2014) most often takes a battery like the Varta N70: EFB, 70 Ah and 760 A, in case size L3. Versions without Start-Stop take the Varta C30 (conventional, 54 Ah and 530 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.
- 2006-2014
- 8 engines
- AGM · EFB · conventional
- Case L1
Check with your number plateWe show you only the batteries that fit your exact version.
Recommended batteries for the Opel Corsa D
For Start-Stop versions
EFB 70 Ah · 760 A (EN)
Case L3 · 278 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 1 of 8 engines
See price and specs Varta N70
For versions without Start-Stop
conventional 54 Ah · 530 A (EN)
Case L1 · 207 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 5 of 8 engines
See price and specs Varta C30
For Start-Stop versions
AGM 60 Ah · 680 A (EN)
Case L2 · 242 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 2 of 8 engines
See price and specs Varta A8
Equivalent to the Varta A8
AGM 62 Ah · 680 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 TK620Opel Corsa D 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0A 10 XEP, Z 10 XEP | 44-48 kW (60-65 hp) | 2006-2014 | Petrol | — | Varta B36conventional · 44 Ah · 420 A · L0 · + right |
| 1.2A 12 XEL, A 12 XER, Z 12 XEP | 51-63 kW (69-86 hp) | 2006-2014 | Petrol | Varta A8AGM · 60 Ah · 680 A · L2 · + right | Varta C30conventional · 54 Ah · 530 A · L1 · + rightVarta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.2 LPGA 12 XER, Z 12 XEP | 55-63 kW (75-86 hp) | 2006-2014 | Gas (CNG/LPG) | — | Varta C30conventional · 54 Ah · 530 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.3 CDTIA 13 DTC, A 13 DTE, A 13 DTR, Z 13 DTE, Z 13 DTH, Z 13 DTJ | 55-70 kW (75-95 hp) | 2006-2014 | Diesel | Varta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + rightVarta N60EFB · 60 Ah · 640 A · L2 · + right | Varta E43conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + rightVarta C30conventional · 54 Ah · 530 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.4A 14 NEL, A 14 XEL, A 14 XER, Z 14 XEP | 64-88 kW (87-120 hp) | 2006-2014 | Petrol | Varta A8AGM · 60 Ah · 680 A · L2 · + rightVarta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta C30conventional · 54 Ah · 530 A · L1 · + rightVarta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + rightVarta E43conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + right |
| 1.4 LPGA 14 XEL, Z 14 XEP | 64-66 kW (87-90 hp) | 2006-2014 | Gas (CNG/LPG) | — | Varta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + rightVarta C30conventional · 54 Ah · 530 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.6 TurboA 16 LEL, A 16 LER, A 16 LES, B 16 LER, Z 16 LEL, Z 16 LER | 110-155 kW (150-211 hp) | 2006-2014 | Petrol | — | Varta D59conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · LB2 · + right |
| 1.7 CDTIA 17 DTS, Z 17 DTR | 92-96 kW (125-130 hp) | 2006-2014 | Diesel | — | 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 Opel Corsa D
The Corsa D is a small car whose battery varies a lot with the engine. Without Start-Stop, the petrol engines take a 52 to 54 Ah conventional battery in an L1 case (44 Ah in an L0 on the 1.0) and the CDTI diesels a 72 Ah one in the low LB3 case. Versions with Start-Stop have a 60 or 70 Ah EFB or a 60 Ah AGM, so the technology can change from one version to another with the same engine.
- Model fact: the Opel Corsa D mainly uses case sizes L1 (207 × 175 × 190 mm), LB3 (278 × 175 × 175 mm) and L2 (242 × 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: 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 Opel Corsa D (2006-2014) take?
With Start-Stop, the Opel Corsa D (2006-2014) most often takes a battery like the Varta N70: EFB, 70 Ah and 760 A, in case size L3. Versions without Start-Stop take the Varta C30 (conventional, 54 Ah and 530 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.
Can I fit a standard battery in my Opel Corsa D 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 Opel Corsa D take?
Depending on the engine, the Opel Corsa D uses these case sizes: L1 (207 × 175 × 190 mm), LB3 (278 × 175 × 175 mm) and L2 (242 × 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 Opel Corsa D?
Yes, it is one of the recommended batteries for the Opel Corsa D with the 1.3 CDTI engines (1 of the 8 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 Opel Corsa D 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.