Affiliate disclosure: this page contains affiliate links, including Amazon links marked “Check Price” / “View on Amazon” / “Search on Amazon”. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. How this works.
Most common fit — Hyundai Tucson: Bosch S5 A (AGM), type 096 — 70Ah 760A, AGM, type 096 (278mm case). Bosch S5 A (AGM), type 096 — check price on Amazon
Fitment varies by engine and build date — other variants are listed below.
Battery Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Battery Group | 096 on most variants; 027 on the front-wheel-drive full hybrid and some diesels |
| Type | EFB or AGM. VARTA lists EFB as the recommended fitment on the 48V mild hybrid and AGM as an option. |
| Capacity | 60–63 Ah (type 027) or 70–77 Ah (type 096) |
| Cold Cranking Amps | 540–680 A (type 027) or 680–780 A (type 096) |
| Dimensions | 278 x 175 x 190 mm (type 096) or 242 x 175 x 190 mm (type 027) |
| Terminal Type | Top post |
| Start-Stop Compatible | Yes |
What the OE fitment data lists for this car
| Engine | Batteries listed |
|---|---|
| 1.6 T-GDi 48V mild hybrid HTRAC (179 PS) | 096 EFB 70 Ah 760 A (278 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A; 096 AGM 70 Ah 760 A |
| 1.6 T-GDi full hybrid HTRAC (230 PS) | 096 74 Ah 680 A (278 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 096 77 Ah 780 A |
| 1.6 T-GDi full hybrid, front-wheel drive (230 PS) | 027 60 Ah 540 A (242 x 175 x 190); VARTA also flags a type 335, 95 Ah, 830 A, 306 x 173 x 225 – that entry is an outlier for a UK Tucson, so verify against the battery in your car before buying |
| 1.6 CRDi diesel (116 PS) | 027 60 Ah 540 A or 096 74 Ah 680 A – both recommended; also 027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A, 096 EFB/AGM 70 Ah 760 A, 027 AGM 60 Ah 680 A |
| 1.6 CRDi 48V mild hybrid (136 PS) | 027 63 Ah 610 A or 096 77 Ah 780 A – both recommended; also 027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A, 096 EFB/AGM 70 Ah 760 A, 027 AGM 60 Ah 680 A |
Source: published VARTA battery-finder fitment data (varta-automotive.com) for the Hyundai Tucson NX4, consulted August 2026. Engines not listed here (2.0 MPi, 2.5 GDi, 2.0 CRDi) are not sold in the UK. Where more than one battery is listed, the manufacturer fits different sizes across builds — measure the battery you remove, or confirm by registration, before ordering.
EFB for ISG (idle stop & go) system
Recommended Batteries for Hyundai Tucson
These are type 096 batteries (278 x 175 x 190 mm), which suit the 1.6 T-GDi mild hybrid, the HTRAC full hybrid and most diesels. If the table above shows your engine listed with type 027 (242 x 175 x 190 mm), buy the 027 equivalent instead – the cases are different lengths and are not interchangeable.
Bosch S5 A (AGM), type 096
Varta Silver Dynamic AGM, type 096
Frequently Asked Questions
What battery does a Hyundai Tucson need?
It depends on the engine. VARTA fitment data for the Tucson NX4 lists a type 096 battery, 278 x 175 x 190 mm, at 70 to 77 Ah and 680 to 780 A for the 1.6 T-GDi 48V mild hybrid and the HTRAC full hybrid, and a type 027, 242 x 175 x 190 mm, at 60 to 63 Ah for the front-wheel-drive full hybrid and the 1.6 CRDi diesels. Confirm by registration, or measure the battery you remove, before ordering.
Does the Hyundai Tucson need an AGM or EFB battery?
Both appear, depending on the version. VARTA lists EFB as the recommended fitment for the 1.6 T-GDi 48V mild hybrid, with AGM as an option on the same car, and gives EFB and AGM alternatives on the 1.6 CRDi diesels. Because Hyundai fits more than one technology across the range, replace like for like: if you remove an AGM, fit an AGM, and never put a plain flooded battery into a car that left the factory with EFB or AGM.
How long does a Hyundai Tucson battery last?
Typically 4–6 years depending on driving patterns. Short urban journeys and cold winters reduce battery life. Start-stop systems are harder on batteries, so quality EFB batteries are essential.
Can I replace the Hyundai Tucson battery myself?
Yes for most models — it’s usually located in the engine bay. However, start-stop vehicles may need the battery management system reset with a diagnostic tool after fitting.
How we check fitment for this guide
We cross-reference fitment figures against manufacturer specifications and OE-supplier catalogue data where available, and matched to the standard codes that actually govern fit — battery type/group sizes, wiper lengths and fitting types, bulb fitment codes, tyre size markings, and oil specifications. We work by make, model, year, engine, and build date, because a single model can take different parts across its life. Where the right part depends on your exact vehicle, we tell you to confirm by registration or VIN. More on our method →