# Which battery for the Renault Clio IV (from 2012)?

> Renault Clio IV battery: AGM 70 Ah and 760 A with Start-Stop (Varta A7), conventional 74 Ah without (Varta E11). Table by engine and number plate search.

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Clio IV (BH_)

- Clio IV Grandtour (KH_)

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With Start-Stop, the Renault Clio IV (from 2012) usually takes a battery like the Varta A7: AGM, 70 Ah and 760 A, in case size L3. Versions without Start-Stop take the Varta E11 (conventional, 74 Ah and 680 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.
- from 2012
- 13 engines
- AGM · EFB · conventional
- Case L3

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## Recommended batteries for the Renault Clio IV

 For Start-Stop versions
[Varta A7](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-a7)
AGM 70 Ah · 760 A (EN)
Case L3 · 278 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 8 of 13 engines
[See price and specs Varta A7 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-a7)
 For versions without Start-Stop
[Varta E11](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-e11)
conventional 74 Ah · 680 A (EN)
Case L3 · 278 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 4 of 13 engines
[See price and specs Varta E11 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-e11)
 For Start-Stop versions
[Varta N60](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-n60)
EFB 60 Ah · 640 A (EN)
Case L2 · 242 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 1 of 13 engines
[See price and specs Varta N60 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-n60)
 Equivalent to the Varta A7
[Tudor TK720](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-tk720)
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 TK720 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-tk720)

## Renault Clio IV 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9 TCe 75H4B 408 | 56 kW (76 hp) | from 2018 | Petrol | Varta A7 AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 0.9 TCe 90H4B 400, H4B 408 | 66 kW (90 hp) | from 2012 | Petrol | Varta N60 EFB · 60 Ah · 640 A · L2 · + right Varta A7 AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta C22 conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right Varta E11 conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 0.9 TCe 90 LPGH4B 410 | 66 kW (90 hp) | from 2016 | Gas (CNG/LPG) | Varta A7 AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.2 16VD4F 728, D4F 740 | 54-55 kW (73-75 hp) | from 2012 | Petrol | Varta A7 AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right Varta N70 EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta D15 conventional · 63 Ah · 610 A · L2 · + right Varta C22 conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.2 LPGD4F 744 | 53 kW (72 hp) | from 2014 | Gas (CNG/LPG) | — | Varta N70 EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right |
| 1.2 LPG 16VD4F 740 | 54 kW (73 hp) | 2012-2015 | Gas (CNG/LPG) | — | Varta N70 EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right |
| 1.2 TCe 120H5F 403, H5F 408, H5F 412 | 87-88 kW (118-120 hp) | from 2013 | Petrol | Varta N70 EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right Varta A7 AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta C22 conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.5 dCiK9K 830, K9K 838 | 62-63 kW (84-86 hp) | from 2012 | Diesel | Varta N70 EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta E11 conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 1.5 dCi 75K9K 612, K9K 628 | 55 kW (75 hp) | from 2012 | Diesel | Varta A7 AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta E11 conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right Varta E43 conventional · 72 Ah · 680 A · LB3 · + right |
| 1.5 dCi 90K9K 608, K9K 628, K9K 629, K9K 638 | 66 kW (90 hp) | from 2012 | Diesel | Varta A7 AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta E11 conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 1.5 dCi 110K9K 646 | 81 kW (110 hp) | from 2016 | Diesel | Varta N70 EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.6 RSM5M 400, M5M 401, M5M 450 | 147 kW (200 hp) | from 2013 | Petrol | Varta A7 AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.6 RS TrophyM5M 401 | 162 kW (220 hp) | from 2015 | Petrol | Varta A8 AGM · 60 Ah · 680 A · L2 · + 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 Renault Clio IV

The Clio IV, in five-door and Sport Tourer (Grandtour) form, combines TCe petrol, dCi diesel and LPG versions. Those with Start-Stop mostly take a 70 Ah AGM in an L3 case, although the TCe 90 can come with a 60 Ah EFB in an L2; without Start-Stop, the norm is a 74 Ah conventional battery on the dCi and 52 Ah on the small petrol engines. As a city car, it suffers on short trips: a battery with the right technology keeps the Start-Stop from switching itself off.
- Model fact: the Renault Clio IV mainly uses case sizes L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm), L2 (242 × 175 × 190 mm) and L1 (207 × 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 Renault Clio IV (from 2012) take?

With Start-Stop, the Renault Clio IV (from 2012) usually takes a battery like the Varta A7: AGM, 70 Ah and 760 A, in case size L3. Versions without Start-Stop take the Varta E11 (conventional, 74 Ah and 680 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.

### Can I fit a standard battery in my Renault Clio IV with Start-Stop?

It is not recommended. If it came from the factory with an AGM battery, such as the Varta A7, the replacement should also be AGM: with an EFB or a conventional battery it wears out sooner and the Start-Stop system may stop working.

### What size battery does the Renault Clio IV take?

Depending on the engine, the Renault Clio IV uses these case sizes: L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm), L2 (242 × 175 × 190 mm) and L1 (207 × 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 A7 fit the Renault Clio IV?

Yes, it is one of the recommended batteries for the Renault Clio IV with the 0.9 TCe 75, 0.9 TCe 90, 0.9 TCe 90 LPG, 1.2 16V, 1.2 TCe 120 and 1.5 dCi 75 engines (8 of the 13 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 Renault Clio IV 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 Renault Clio generations

- [ Renault Clio V from 2019 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/renault-clio-battery#gen-renault-clio-5)
- [ Renault Clio III 2005-2014 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/renault-clio-battery#gen-renault-clio-3)
- [ Renault Clio II 1998-2016 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/renault-clio-battery#gen-renault-clio-2)
- [ Renault Clio I 1990-1998 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/renault-clio-battery#gen-renault-clio-1)

## More information

- [Renault Clio battery: every generation](https://bateriasonline.es/en/renault-clio-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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- [What battery does my car need? Guide by model](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-battery-by-model)

Updated: 9 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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