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Most common fit — Volkswagen Polo: Bosch S4 E (EFB), type 027 — 60Ah 640CCA, EFB. Bosch S4 E (EFB), type 027 — check price on Amazon
Fitment varies by engine and build date — other variants are listed below.
Battery Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Battery Group | Type 012 or 027 (varies by engine; 096 on GTI) |
| Type | EFB on most variants; AGM on GTI |
| Capacity | 45–63 Ah (70 Ah on GTI) |
| Cold Cranking Amps | 400–680 CCA (760 A on GTI) |
| Dimensions | 207 x 175 x 190 mm (type 012) or 242 x 175 x 190 mm (type 027); 278 x 175 x 190 mm (GTI, type 096) |
| Terminal Type | Top post |
| Start-Stop Compatible | Yes |
What the OE fitment data lists for this car
| Engine | Batteries listed |
|---|---|
| 1.0 MPi 80 PS | 012 EFB 50 Ah 550 A (207 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 012 AGM 50 Ah 540 A |
| 1.0 TSI 95 PS | 012 EFB 50 Ah 550 A or 027 60 Ah 540 A (both listed); also 027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A, 027 63 Ah 610 A |
| 1.0 TSI 110 PS | 012 45 Ah 400 A (207 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 012 EFB 50 Ah 550 A; 012 AGM 50 Ah 540 A |
| 1.0 TSI 116 PS | 012 EFB 50 Ah 550 A or 027 60 Ah 540 A (both listed); also 027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A, 027 63 Ah 610 A |
| 1.0 TGI 90 PS | 027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A or 027 60 Ah 540 A – recommended; also 027 63 Ah 610 A, 027 AGM 60 Ah 680 A |
| GTI 207 PS | 096 AGM 70 Ah 760 A (278 x 175 x 190) |
Source: published VARTA battery-finder fitment data (varta-automotive.com) for the Volkswagen Polo Mk6 (AW1/BZ1/AE1), consulted August 2026. Engines not listed (1.6 MPi, 1.6 MSi, 1.0 76 PS) 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 minimum for VAG start-stop systems
Recommended Batteries for Volkswagen Polo
The batteries below are type 027 (242 x 175 x 190 mm). If your Polo is a 1.0 MPi or 1.0 TSI 110 PS, it is listed with the shorter type 012 case (207 x 175 x 190 mm) instead, and a Polo GTI takes a type 096 AGM. Check the table above and measure the battery you remove before ordering.
Varta Blue Dynamic EFB, type 027
Frequently Asked Questions
What battery does a Volkswagen Polo need?
It depends on the engine. VARTA fitment data for the Polo Mk6 (AW) lists a type 012 battery (207 x 175 x 190 mm, 45 to 52 Ah) for the 1.0 MPi and the 1.0 TSI 110 PS, a type 027 (242 x 175 x 190 mm, 60 to 63 Ah) for the 1.0 TSI 95 PS and 116 PS and the 1.0 TGI, and a type 096 AGM (278 x 175 x 190 mm, 70 Ah, 760 A) for the Polo GTI. Confirm by registration, or measure the battery you remove, before ordering.
Does the Volkswagen Polo need an AGM or EFB battery?
Every Polo Mk6 with start-stop needs EFB as a minimum, and a standard flooded battery will fail early in that duty. VARTA lists EFB as the recommended fitment for most 1.0 MPi, TSI and TGI variants, and AGM for the Polo GTI. If your car left the factory with AGM, replace it with AGM rather than downgrading to EFB.
How long does a Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo 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 →