# Varta E11 · Car battery 12V 74Ah 680A

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> Varta E11 (ETN 574012068): 74 Ah car battery, 680 A (EN), 278×175×190 mm, positive terminal on the right, L3 case. Equivalent to Exide EB740.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-e11
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Varta
- **Reference**: BOL-VARTA-E11
- **EAN**: 4016987167656
- **MPN**: E11
- **Price**: 73,17 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-07

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Varta |
| Range | VARTA Dynamic SLI |
| Application | Cars |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 74 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 680 A |
| Length | 278 mm |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 190 mm |
| Weight | 16.82 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Case size | L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm) |
| ETN code | 574012068 |

## Quick description

The Varta E11 (ETN 574 012 068, also written E 11 or 574012068) is a car battery with 12 V, 74 Ah and 680 A cold cranking current, case size L3 (278 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right. With the positive terminal on the left, the exact counterpart is the Varta E12.

## Description

## The Varta E11 at a glance

The Varta E11 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. Its job is to start the engine in the cold with margin to spare and keep the car's electronics powered.
At 74 Ah it sits in the range of compact and mid-size diesels, SUVs and MPVs. In the Varta catalogue, the E11 belongs to the Dynamic SLI line. [More Varta batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)

## Varta E11 vs E44, E12 and E43: differences

How the E11 compares with Varta batteries of similar size and capacity:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varta E11 (this one) | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 16.82 kg |
| Varta E44 | 77 Ah | 780 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 17.33 kg |
| Varta E12 | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | left | 16.82 kg |
| Varta E43 | 72 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 175 | right | 15.88 kg |
| Varta E38 | 74 Ah | 750 A | 278 × 175 × 175 | right | 16.8 kg |
| Varta E13 | 70 Ah | 640 A | 278 × 175 × 190 | right | 16.1 kg |

- Varta E44: 3 Ah more, 100 A more cranking power, the same L3 case.
- Varta E12: identical to the E11 except for the positive terminal, which is on the other side (positive terminal on the left).
- Varta E43: 2 Ah less, the same cranking power, a different height (175 mm instead of 190 mm, LB3). It is the option if your battery tray cannot take the 190 mm height of the E11.
- Varta E38: the same capacity, 70 A more cranking power, a different height (175 mm instead of 190 mm, LB3). It is the option if your battery tray cannot take the 190 mm height of the E11.
- Varta E13: 4 Ah less, 40 A less cranking power, the same L3 case.

## Part numbers and codes for the Varta E11

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the E11 with these codes:

| Commercial reference | E11 (E 11) |
|---|---|
| ETN code | 574012068 (also 574 012 068) |
| EAN | 4016987167656 |
| Case size (EN) | L3 |
| Case size according to Varta | H6/L3 |
| UK code | 096 |
| Base hold-down | B13 |
| Also known as | Varta E 11 · Varta 574012068 · Varta 574 012 068 |
| Not to be confused with | Varta C11 (53 Ah, 500 A), Varta E12 (74 Ah, 680 A, positive terminal on the left), Varta E13 (70 Ah, 640 A) |

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Varta E11

Batteries that fit the E11's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the E11.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EB740 | Lead-acid | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Kronobat PB-74.0 | Lead-acid | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Tudor TB740 | Lead-acid | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Fulmen FB740 | Lead-acid | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Deta DB740 | Lead-acid | 74 Ah | 680 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |
| Exide EC700 | Lead-acid | 70 Ah | 640 A | 278 × 175 × 190 |

Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S4 008 (same ETN code 574 012 068). Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.

## What to look at before buying the E11

- The E11 needs 278 × 175 × 190 mm of space (European case size L3): measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
- The E11 has the positive terminal on the right: compare it with your current battery.
- Your current battery should say about 74 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- Cold cranking: 680 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the E11 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.

## Lead-acid technology in the E11

Inside, the E11 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. It is a robust, well-known technology with a good capacity-to-price ratio, and still the basis of most cars, trucks and traction equipment.

## Frequently asked questions about the Varta E11

### E11 or E44: which one suits me?

Compared with the E11, the Varta E44 has 3 Ah more and 100 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 780 A or more, choose the E44; if it says 680 A or less, the E11 is enough. Both measure 278 × 175 × 190 mm, so they fit the same tray.

### Varta E11 or E12: what is the difference?

Only the polarity: the E11 has the positive terminal on the right and the E12 the positive terminal on the left. Capacity (74 Ah), cranking power and dimensions are identical. That is why their ETNs only differ in the middle group: 574 012 068 for the E11 and 574 013 068 for the E12.

### Varta E11 or E43/E38: what changes?

Mainly the height: the E11 is 190 mm tall (L3) and the Varta E43 175 mm (LB3), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the E43 offers 72 Ah and 680 A against 74 Ah and 680 A. The Varta E38 is 175 mm tall, with 74 Ah and 750 A. Before choosing between the E11 and the E43, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

### What does the code 574 012 068 on the Varta E11 mean?

It is its ETN (European Type Number), also written 574012068. The first three digits (574) encode voltage and capacity: 12 V and 74 Ah (5xx = under 100 Ah, 6xx = 100 to 199 Ah, 7xx = 200 Ah or more). The middle group (012) identifies the specific model within that capacity, and the last three digits (068) multiplied by 10 give the cold cranking current: 680 A. Its twin with the positive terminal on the other side, the Varta E12, is 574 013 068: only the middle group changes.

### Can the Varta E11 be used in a car with Start-Stop?

No. The E11 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.

### How much does the Varta E11 weigh?

16.82 kg, with 74 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Varta E44 (77 Ah) weighs 17.33 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Varta E11?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EB740, Kronobat PB-74.0 and Tudor TB740. As the E11 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works. Its Bosch equivalent is the Bosch S4 008 (same ETN code 574 012 068). Bosch is not part of our catalogue; we list it so you can compare.

## More batteries to compare with the E11

- [Other car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries)
- [More Varta models](https://bateriasonline.es/en/varta-batteries)
- [Exide EA770](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-ea770) · 77 Ah, 760 A, 278×175×190 mm
- [Tudor TA770](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-ta770) · 77 Ah, 760 A, 278×175×190 mm

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