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There are no Start-Stop versions of the Seat Leon I (1M, 1999-2006), so it almost always 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.
- 1999-2006
- 12 engines
- conventional
- Case L3
Check with your number plateWe show you only the batteries that fit your exact version.
Recommended batteries for the Seat Leon I 1M
For versions without Start-Stop
conventional 74 Ah · 680 A (EN)
Case L3 · 278 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 3 of 12 engines
See price and specs Varta E11
For versions without Start-Stop
conventional 60 Ah · 540 A (EN)
Case L2 · 242 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 8 of 12 engines
See price and specs Varta D24
Equivalent to the Varta E11
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 EA770Seat Leon I 1M 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 16VAHW, APE, AXP, BCA | 55 kW (75 hp) | 1999-2006 | Petrol | Varta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.6AEH, AKL, BFQ | 74-75 kW (100-102 hp) | 1999-2006 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6 16 VAUS, AZD, BCB | 77 kW (105 hp) | 2000-2006 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.8 20VAGN, APG | 92 kW (125 hp) | 1999-2006 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.8 20V TAPP, AUQ | 132 kW (180 hp) | 1999-2006 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.8 20V T 4AJQ, ARY | 132 kW (180 hp) | 1999-2006 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.8 T Cupra RAMK, BAM | 154-165 kW (209-225 hp) | 2002-2006 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.9 SDIAQM | 50 kW (68 hp) | 1999-2006 | Diesel | Varta E11conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 1.9 TDIAGR, AHF, ALH, ARL, ASV, ASZ… | 66-110 kW (90-150 hp) | 1999-2006 | Diesel | Varta E11conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 1.9 TDI SyncroARL | 110 kW (150 hp) | 2002-2006 | Diesel | Varta E11conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 2.8BDE | 150 kW (204 hp) | 2002-2004 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 2.8 Cupra 4AUE, BDE | 150 kW (204 hp) | 2001-2006 | Petrol | Varta D24conventional · 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 Leon I 1M
This page covers Leon (1M1): 12 engines in the table, petrol (9) and diesel (3). No version has factory Start-Stop, so they all take a conventional battery, from 52 to 74 Ah depending on the engine. The usual case size is L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm).
- Model fact: the Seat Leon I 1M 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: 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 Seat Leon I (1M, 1999-2006) take?
There are no Start-Stop versions of the Seat Leon I (1M, 1999-2006), so it almost always 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 Leon I take?
Depending on the engine, the Seat Leon I 1M 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 Leon I 1M?
Yes, it is one of the recommended batteries for the Seat Leon I 1M with the 1.9 SDI, 1.9 TDI and 1.9 TDI Syncro engines (3 of the 12 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 Leon I 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.