Vauxhall Corsa Battery — Size, Type & Replacement (2019–2025)

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Most common fit — Vauxhall Corsa: Bosch S4 E (EFB), type 027 — 60Ah 640A, EFB, type 027 (242mm). Bosch S4 E (EFB), type 027 — check price on Amazon

Fitment varies by engine and build date — other variants are listed below.

Battery Specifications

60Ah
Capacity
640
CCA (Cold Cranking Amps)
EFB
Battery Type
ParameterSpecification
Battery Group027 across the range; 096 (278 mm) listed as a larger alternative
TypeEFB is the recommended fitment on every Corsa F engine, with AGM listed as an upgrade on the 1.2 130
Capacity60 Ah
Cold Cranking Amps640 A
Dimensions242 x 175 x 190 mm
Terminal TypeTop post
Start-Stop CompatibleYes

What the OE fitment data lists for this car

EngineBatteries listed
1.2 (75 / 100 / 130 PS petrol)027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A (242 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 096 EFB 70 Ah 760 A also recommended on the 130; 027 AGM 60 Ah 680 A and 096 AGM listed
1.5 (102 PS diesel)027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A (242 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 096 EFB 70 Ah 760 A listed
Corsa-e (136 PS, electric)027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A (242 x 175 x 190) – recommended. This is the 12 V system battery, not the traction pack

Source: published VARTA battery-finder fitment data (varta-automotive.com) for the Vauxhall Corsa Mk V (F), consulted August 2026. 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 is the recommended fitment across the range. Match the technology of the battery you remove.

Confirm this by registration before you buy. The type number here indicates case size, terminal layout and polarity — it does not fix capacity or CCA, and manufacturers often specify more than one battery across a model’s build years and engines. Measure the battery you remove, or check by registration or VIN, and match the technology (flooded, EFB or AGM) exactly.
Start-stop warning: Never fit a standard lead-acid battery to a start-stop vehicle. Every Corsa F engine is listed with an EFB. Fitting the wrong type will cause premature failure and may trigger warning lights.

Recommended Batteries for Vauxhall Corsa

Bosch S4 E (EFB), type 027

60Ah 640A | EFB | type 027 (242mm)

Bosch S4 E (EFB), type 027 — check price on Amazon

Varta Blue Dynamic EFB, type 027

60Ah 640A | EFB | type 027 (242mm)

Varta Blue Dynamic EFB, type 027 — check price on Amazon

Yuasa YBX7000 EFB, type 027

60Ah 640A | EFB | type 027 (242mm)

Yuasa YBX7000 EFB, type 027 — check price on Amazon

Frequently Asked Questions

What battery does a Vauxhall Corsa need?

A type 027 EFB, 60 Ah and 640 A, measuring 242 x 175 x 190 mm. VARTA fitment data for the Corsa Mk V (F) lists that battery as the recommendation for the 1.2 petrol in 75, 100 and 130 PS forms, for the 1.5 diesel and for the Corsa-e, where it is the 12 V system battery rather than the traction pack. A larger type 096 of 70 Ah and 760 A appears as an alternative throughout. Confirm by registration before ordering.

Does the Vauxhall Corsa need an AGM or EFB battery?

EFB. Every Corsa F engine returned by VARTA is listed with an EFB as the recommended fitment, with AGM shown as an upgrade on the 1.2 130. Match the technology printed on the battery you take out, and never downgrade a stop-start car to a plain flooded battery.

How long does a Vauxhall Corsa 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 Vauxhall Corsa 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 →

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