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With Start-Stop, the Volkswagen Golf Mk6 (5K, 2008-2016) almost always takes a battery like the Varta A7: AGM, 70 Ah and 760 A, in case size L3. Versions without Start-Stop take the Varta D24 (conventional, 60 Ah and 540 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.
- 2008-2016
- 23 engines
- AGM · EFB · conventional
- Case L2
Check with your number plateWe show you only the batteries that fit your exact version.
Recommended batteries for the Volkswagen Golf Mk6 5K
For Start-Stop versions
AGM 70 Ah · 760 A (EN)
Case L3 · 278 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 9 of 23 engines
See price and specs Varta A7
For versions without Start-Stop
conventional 60 Ah · 540 A (EN)
Case L2 · 242 × 175 × 190 mm · + right
Recommended for 14 of 23 engines
See price and specs Varta D24
Equivalent to the Varta D24
conventional 62 Ah · 540 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 TB620Volkswagen Golf Mk6 5K 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 TSICBZA, CBZB | 63-77 kW (86-105 hp) | 2008-2016 | Petrol | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + rightVarta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + rightVarta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + rightVarta C30conventional · 54 Ah · 530 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.2 TSI 16VCJZA, CYVD | 77 kW (105 hp) | 2013-2016 | Petrol | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.2 TSi BlueMotionCBZB | 77 kW (105 hp) | 2009-2012 | Petrol | Varta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.4BUD, CGGA | 59 kW (80 hp) | 2008-2013 | Petrol | — | Varta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.4 TSICAVD, CAXA, CHPB, CNWA, CTHD, CTKA… | 90-118 kW (122-160 hp) | 2008-2016 | Petrol | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + rightVarta N60EFB · 60 Ah · 640 A · L2 · + right | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + rightVarta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + rightVarta E11conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 1.6BSE, BSF, CCSA, CMXA | 75 kW (102 hp) | 2008-2013 | Petrol | — | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + rightVarta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + right |
| 1.6 BiFuelBSF, CHGA | 75 kW (102 hp) | 2009-2012 | Gas (CNG/LPG) | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6 MultiFuelCCSA, CMXA | 75 kW (102 hp) | 2008-2013 | Petrol | — | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6 TDICAYB, CAYC | 66-77 kW (90-105 hp) | 2009-2016 | Diesel | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6 TDI 4motionCAYC | 77 kW (105 hp) | 2009-2013 | Diesel | — | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 1.6 TDi BlueMotionCAYC | 77 kW (105 hp) | 2009-2014 | Diesel | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 1.8 TSICDAA | 118 kW (160 hp) | 2009-2011 | Petrol | — | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 2.0 GTiCBFA, CCTA, CCZA, CCZB, CDLG | 147-173 kW (200-235 hp) | 2009-2016 | Petrol | — | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 2.0 RCDLA | 195 kW (265 hp) | 2013-2016 | Petrol | — | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 2.0 R 4motionCDLA, CDLC, CDLF, CRZA | 188-199 kW (256-270 hp) | 2009-2013 | Petrol | — | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 2.0 TDICBAA, CBAB, CBBB, CBDA, CBDB, CBDC… | 81-125 kW (110-170 hp) | 2008-2016 | Diesel | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + rightVarta E11conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| 2.0 TDI 4motionCBAB, CFFB | 103 kW (140 hp) | 2009-2012 | Diesel | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 2.0 TFSICCZA | 147 kW (200 hp) | 2009-2013 | Petrol | Varta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 2.0 TSICULC | 162 kW (220 hp) | 2013-2016 | Petrol | Varta N70EFB · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | — |
| 2.0 TSi R 4motionCDLF | 199 kW (271 hp) | 2009-2012 | Petrol | — | Varta D24conventional · 60 Ah · 540 A · L2 · + right |
| 2.5CBTA, CBUA | 125 kW (170 hp) | 2009-2013 | Petrol | — | Varta E11conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| Blue E-MotionEAA | 65 kW (88 hp) | 2010-2013 | Electric | — | Varta E11conventional · 74 Ah · 680 A · L3 · + right |
| TSiCAXA | 90 kW (122 hp) | 2008-2012 | Petrol | Varta A7AGM · 70 Ah · 760 A · L3 · + right | Varta C22conventional · 52 Ah · 470 A · L1 · + 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 Volkswagen Golf Mk6 5K
This page covers Golf VI (5K1), Golf VI Variant (AJ5), Golf VI Convertible (517) and Golf VI Van (5K1_): 23 engines in the table, petrol (16), diesel (5), gas (CNG/LPG) (1) and electric (1). Most engines have Start-Stop (12 of 23), which is why the most common battery type is AGM, with 70 Ah. The usual case size is L2 (242 × 175 × 190 mm).
- Model fact: the Volkswagen Golf Mk6 5K mainly uses case sizes L2 (242 × 175 × 190 mm), L3 (278 × 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 Seat, Volkswagen and Audi models with Start-Stop, the new battery is usually coded into the energy management system with a diagnostic tool, so that the alternator charges it according to its type and capacity.
- 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 Volkswagen Golf Mk6 (5K, 2008-2016) take?
With Start-Stop, the Volkswagen Golf Mk6 (5K, 2008-2016) almost always takes a battery like the Varta A7: AGM, 70 Ah and 760 A, in case size L3. Versions without Start-Stop take the Varta D24 (conventional, 60 Ah and 540 A); the table shows the battery for each engine.
Can I fit a standard battery in my Volkswagen Golf Mk6 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 Volkswagen Golf Mk6 take?
Depending on the engine, the Volkswagen Golf Mk6 5K uses these case sizes: L2 (242 × 175 × 190 mm), L3 (278 × 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 Volkswagen Golf Mk6 5K?
Yes, it is one of the recommended batteries for the Volkswagen Golf Mk6 5K with the 1.2 TSI, 1.2 TSI 16V, 1.4 TSI, 1.6 BiFuel, 1.6 TDI and 1.6 TDi BlueMotion engines (9 of the 23 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 Volkswagen Golf Mk6 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.