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Most common fit — Volkswagen Tiguan: Bosch S4 E (EFB), type 096 — 70Ah 760A, EFB, type 096 (278mm) for the 2.0 TSI and the diesels. Bosch S4 E (EFB), type 096 — check price on Amazon
Fitment varies by engine and build date — other variants are listed below.
Battery Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Battery Group | 027 on the 1.4 / 1.5 TSI and the eHybrid; 096 on the 2.0 TSI and the diesels; 115 listed as an AGM option on many |
| Type | EFB is the recommended fitment on most engines; AGM is the recommendation on the 4motion diesels |
| Capacity | 60 Ah (type 027), 70 Ah (type 096) or 80 Ah (type 115) |
| Cold Cranking Amps | 640–680 A (type 027), 760 A (type 096) or 800 A (type 115) |
| Dimensions | 242 x 175 x 190 mm (027), 278 x 175 x 190 mm (096) or 315 x 175 x 190 mm (115) |
| Terminal Type | Top post |
| Start-Stop Compatible | Yes |
What the OE fitment data lists for this car
| Engine | Batteries listed |
|---|---|
| 1.4 TSI (150 PS), 1.5 TSI (130 / 150 PS) | 027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A (242 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 096 EFB/AGM 70 Ah 760 A also listed |
| 1.4 eHybrid (245 PS) | 027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A (242 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 027 AGM 60 Ah 680 A |
| 2.0 TSI 4motion (180 / 190 / 220 / 230 PS) | 096 EFB 70 Ah 760 A (278 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 096 AGM 70 Ah 760 A; 115 AGM 80 Ah 800 A (315 x 175 x 190) |
| 1.6 TDI (115 PS), 2.0 TDI (110 / 150 PS) | 096 EFB 70 Ah 760 A (278 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 096 AGM 70 Ah 760 A; 115 AGM 80 Ah 800 A |
| 2.0 TDI 4motion (143 PS) | 096 EFB 70 Ah 760 A – recommended; 096 AGM 70 Ah 760 A |
| 2.0 TDI 4motion (150 / 190 / 200 / 240 PS) | 096 AGM 70 Ah 760 A (278 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 115 AGM 80 Ah 800 A |
| 2.0 TSI R 4motion (320 PS) | 027 EFB 60 Ah 640 A (242 x 175 x 190) – recommended; 027 AGM 60 Ah 680 A |
Source: published VARTA battery-finder fitment data (varta-automotive.com) for the Volkswagen Tiguan Mk2 (AD1 / AX1), consulted August 2026. This table covers the Mk2, 2016 to 2024. The Mk3 (CT1) launched in 2024 on a revised platform and is not covered here – confirm that car by registration. 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 minimum for VAG start-stop systems. Match the technology of the battery you remove.
Recommended Batteries for Volkswagen Tiguan
Bosch S4 E (EFB), type 096
Varta Blue Dynamic EFB, type 096
Yuasa YBX7000 EFB, type 096
Frequently Asked Questions
What battery does a Volkswagen Tiguan need?
It depends on the engine. VARTA fitment data for the Tiguan Mk2 (AD1) lists a type 027 battery, 242 x 175 x 190 mm, at 60 Ah and 640 A for the 1.4 and 1.5 TSI and the 1.4 eHybrid. The 2.0 TSI and the 1.6 and 2.0 TDI diesels are listed with the larger type 096, 278 x 175 x 190 mm, at 70 Ah and 760 A, with a type 115 AGM of 80 Ah and 800 A (315 mm long) as an upgrade on several. Confirm by registration, or measure the battery you remove, before ordering.
Does the Volkswagen Tiguan need an AGM or EFB battery?
Both appear. VARTA gives EFB as the recommended fitment for the 1.4 and 1.5 TSI, the eHybrid, the 2.0 TSI and the front-drive diesels, and AGM as the recommendation for the 4motion diesels. Replace like for like: if you remove an AGM, fit an AGM, and never put a plain flooded battery into a start-stop Tiguan.
How long does a Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan 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 →