# Which battery for the Seat Ibiza III (6L, 2002-2009)?

> Seat Ibiza III 6L battery: conventional, 74 Ah and 680 A, case size L3 (Varta E11). Battery for each engine and number plate check.

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Ibiza III (6L1)

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There are no Start-Stop versions of the Seat Ibiza III (6L, 2002-2009), so it usually takes a battery like the Varta E11: conventional, 74 Ah and 680 A, in case size L3. Other engines use the Varta D24 (conventional, 60 Ah and 540 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.
- 2002-2009
- 13 engines
- conventional
- Case L3

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## Recommended batteries for the Seat Ibiza III 6L

 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 versions without Start-Stop
[Varta D24](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-d24)
conventional 60 Ah · 540 A (EN)
Case L2 · 242 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 7 of 13 engines
[See price and specs Varta D24 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-d24)
 Equivalent to the Varta E11
[Exide EA770](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-ea770)
conventional 77 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 Exide EA770 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-ea770)

## Seat Ibiza III 6L 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 | Recommended battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2AZQ, BBM, BME | 44-47 kW (60-64 hp) | 2002-2008 | Petrol | Varta D24 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right Varta C22 conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.2 12VBXV | 51 kW (70 hp) | 2006-2009 | Petrol | Varta C22 conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.4 16VAUB, BBY, BBZ, BKY, BXW | 55-74 kW (75-100 hp) | 2002-2009 | Petrol | Varta D24 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right Varta C22 conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.4 TDIAMF, BMS, BNM, BNV | 51-59 kW (70-80 hp) | 2002-2009 | Diesel | Varta D24 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6BAH | 74 kW (101 hp) | 2003-2009 | Petrol | Varta D24 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6 16VBTS | 77 kW (105 hp) | 2006-2009 | Petrol | Varta C22 conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.8 T Cupra RBBU, BLZ | 132 kW (180 hp) | 2004-2008 | Petrol | Varta D24 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.8 T FRBJX, BKV | 110 kW (150 hp) | 2003-2008 | Petrol | Varta D24 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.9 SDIASY | 47 kW (64 hp) | 2002-2005 | Diesel | Varta E11 conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 1.9 TDIASZ, ATD, AXR, BLT, BMT | 74-96 kW (100-131 hp) | 2002-2009 | Diesel | Varta E11 conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 1.9 TDI Cupra RBPX, BUK | 118 kW (160 hp) | 2004-2008 | Diesel | Varta E11 conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 1.9 TDI Joya RacerASZ | 112 kW (152 hp) | 2003-2004 | Diesel | Varta E11 conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 2.0AZL, BBX | 85 kW (116 hp) | 2002-2009 | Petrol | Varta D24 conventional · 60 Ah · 540 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 Seat Ibiza III 6L

The Ibiza 6L predates Start-Stop, so every version uses a conventional lead-acid battery. The size depends mainly on the engine: the 1.9 TDI and SDI need the largest, 74 Ah in an L3 case; the 1.4 TDI and the 1.4, 1.6, 2.0 and 1.8 T petrol engines usually take 60 Ah in an L2, and the 1.2 models make do with 52 Ah in an L1 case. It is a small car with plenty of years behind it: if the battery has already been through four or five winters, it is worth testing it before the cold arrives.
- Model fact: the Seat Ibiza III 6L 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: 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 Seat Ibiza III (6L, 2002-2009) take?

There are no Start-Stop versions of the Seat Ibiza III (6L, 2002-2009), so it usually takes a battery like the Varta E11: conventional, 74 Ah and 680 A, in case size L3. Other engines use the Varta D24 (conventional, 60 Ah and 540 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.

### What size battery does the Seat Ibiza III take?

Depending on the engine, the Seat Ibiza III 6L 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 E11 fit the Seat Ibiza III 6L?

Yes, it is one of the recommended batteries for the Seat Ibiza III 6L with the 1.9 SDI, 1.9 TDI, 1.9 TDI Cupra R and 1.9 TDI Joya Racer engines (4 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 Seat Ibiza III 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 Seat Ibiza generations

- [ Seat Ibiza V (KJ) from 2017 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/seat-ibiza-5-kj-battery)
- [ Seat Ibiza IV (6J) 2008-2017 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/seat-ibiza-4-6j-battery)
- [ Seat Ibiza II (6K) 1993-2002 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/seat-ibiza-battery#gen-seat-ibiza-2)
- [Seat Ibiza I (21A) 1984-1993 ](https://bateriasonline.es/en/seat-ibiza-battery#gen-seat-ibiza-1)

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- [Seat Ibiza battery: every generation](https://bateriasonline.es/en/seat-ibiza-battery)
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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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