Ranking of car batteries 2022-2023
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• In 2022, Russian and foreign car batteries have increased in price by one and a half to two times. Now the price has dropped a little, but it is not known what will happen next, so if you are planning to buy a good battery for your iron horse before the winter season, then it is better to do it immediately.
• Having studied popular offersn online stores and reviews, battery tests previously conducted by BlackTyres and RUVDS, I present you with a rating of batteries for 2022-2023, based on a combination of price and characteristics.
20. Car battery Bosch S4 004 (reverse polarity, o/p)
- Battery Type: Lead Acid
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current : 540 A
- Capacity: 60 Ah
- Dimensions: 242x175x175
• Everything is fine with the brainchild of the well-known BOSCH company: both the declared capacity and the starting current. That's just for operation somewhere in Irkutsk or another very cold city, this battery is not suitable.
• He does not like extreme cold, and begins to actively self-discharge. That is why the last place in our ranking of batteries for a car in 2022-2023. But in a warm or moderately cold climate, it will please the owner of the car with a long life and help start the car with half a turn.
Pros and cons maintenance-free made in the Czech Republic comfortable carrying handle proprietary anti-corrosion technology strong self-discharge in cold weather19. Car battery Forse 6ST-65VL (p / p)
- Battery type: calcium
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current : 660 A
- Capacity: 65 Ah
- Dimensions: 242x175x190
• Do you want to support a local manufacturer? Then the inexpensive Forse battery in a positive bright yellow design is the perfect choice. The Kursk Battery Plant produces these low-maintenance batteries and gives a three-year warranty on its products.
• Buyers note that Forse serve an average of 5-7 years. Model 6ST-65VL does not need maintenance, but if you really want to, then there are plugs under the decorative cap.
• In terms of starting current, Forse batteries are consistently among the leaders, and this battery is no exception. This indicator is especially important for those who live in the cold regions of Russia, because in the cold, the starting current needed to start the engine increases sharply, and the current output decreases.
• According to the manufacturer, Forse 6CT-65VL can withstand a solid temperature range from -40 to +60 degrees.
Pros and cons long warranty no maintenance required Russian assembly inconvenient handle18. Car battery Topla Top 118662 (o / p)
- Battery type: calcium
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current : 600 A
- Capacity: 62 Ah
- Dimensions: 242x175x175
• This inexpensive, maintenance-free battery is made in Slovenia. Judging by the reviews of motorists, it perfectly tolerates both moderate St. Petersburg winters and severe frosts down to -35 degrees.
• This option is best suited for those who travel a lot and often by car. Otherwise, it is better to choose a serviced battery with plugs in order to control the density once a season. If you leave Topla Top 118662 idle, it will lose capacity. And even if you put it on charge, then you won’t be able to understand when it fully restores the charge and the density.
Pros and cons high-quality assembly does not require maintenance works great in cold weather there is an electrolyte level indicator not suitable for occasional use17. Car battery Beast Asia 125D31R (/p/p)
- Battery type: Calcium+ hybrid technology
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 930 A
- Capacity: 95 Ah
- Dimensions: 306x173x225
• The manufacturer of the "Beast" is the Irkutsk company AkTeh, created on the basis of the Soviet plant "VostSibElement". It was created using a hybrid technology that combines the advantages of low antimony and calcium technologies:
- calcium alloy in the negative electrode allows to increase energy consumption and reduce self-discharge,
- low antimony alloy is resistant to deep discharges (especially in winter).
• The main advantages of this model are impressive starting current and capacity. It is rare that a model up to 11 thousand rubles can boast of such indicators. Under the sticker you will find plugs for topping up with distilled water.
• According to the manufacturer, the "Beast Asia" batteries fully comply with the requirements of the Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS).
Pros and cons hybrid technology three-year manufacturer's warranty in frost (from -25) may not start16. Car battery BARS 6ST-62 APZ (p / p)
- Battery type: calcium
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 550 A
- Capacity: 62 Ah
- Dimensions: 242x175x190
• Batteries produced under the Bars brand are supplied to the Russian market by the Kazakh company Kainar, created on the basis of the Taldygorgan battery plant. This plant has a long history, it started working back in the days of the USSR, and knows a lot about car batteries.
• "Barsy" fell in love with Russian users for a long service life – up to 6 years and unpretentiousness to weather conditions. They start up even in 35-degree frosts.
• Also, the advantages of the Bars Asia battery include low self-discharge, a charge indicator and a convenient handle for transportation. The lid has a system that separates the gas and electrolyte, which minimizes water loss. So among the best batteries, this is a good average.
Pros and cons no maintenance required works even in severe frosts long service life corrosion resistance no15. Car battery Banner Power Bull P60 09 (o / p)
- Battery type: calcium
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current : 540 A
- Capacity: 60 Ah
- Dimensions: 242x175x175
• This battery is produced in Austria and has a number of advantages. Among them:
- Double Top system – from electrolyte leaks;
- reverse breakdown protection system;
- resistance to cyclic loading and vibrations;
- Compliance with BMW and VW factory assembly standards.
• Officially, the battery is maintenance-free, but we know that this is just a marketing ploy. Remove the sticker and voila, access to central banks!
Pros and cons long service life, according to reviews from 7 to 11 years, high-quality assembly is afraid of frost from -25 degrees and below14. Car battery Bosch S4 029 (p / p)
- Battery Type: Lead Acid
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 830 A
- Capacity: 95 Ah
- Dimensions: 306x173x225 mm
• This battery is produced at a factory in the Czech Republic, and is maintenance-free. It has comfortable carrying handles, and features high capacity and high starting current.
• It starts up perfectly in frost down to -30 degrees, and is ideal for operation in the southern regions and in central Russia. If you believe the reviews, then the Bosch S4 029 lasts an average of 5-7 years of operation.
Pros and cons well-known manufacturer powerful cheerfully twists in frost down to -30 degrees price13. Car battery OPTIMA 50 Red Top 8001-287 (o/p)
- Battery type: gel
- Voltage: 12V
- Capacity: 50 Ah
- Dimensions: 238x127x227 mm
• Made in the USA, Optima Batteries RedTop Starter Batteries are a popular option designed to provide strong starting power even in cold weather. The battery is of very good quality and is suitable for a wide range of vehicles including trucks, SUVs, and cars.
• The Optima RedTop battery is made using AGM technology, and the electrolyte in it is in an absorbed state. This prevents it from leaking when the case is broken.
• The difference between AGM batteries and gel batteries is that gel batteries have silica gel as a separator between the lead plates.
• Optima REDTOP 4.2L has 815 cold start amps and, according to the manufacturer, can operate in a temperature range from -40 to +40 degrees Celsius.
• In fact, according to Russian users, this model does not withstand extreme winters below 35 degrees for a long time, and may die after a couple of years of operation. Therefore, “red” did not make it into the top 10 of my review.
• But when charged, the Optima REDTOP gives a good kick to the starter in winter and summer, and is ideal for long-term operation in climates with mild to moderately cold winters. The manufacturer also claims that its product is 15 times more resistant to vibration than competing brands, which significantly increases its service life and performance.
Pros and cons fast charging (if you have a powerful charger) provides reliable starting of various types of engines resistant to strong vibration high price12. Car battery Tyumen 6ST-77 LR Premium (o / p)
- Battery type: calcium
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current : 640 A
- Capacity: 77 Ah
- Dimensions: 275x175x190 mm
• The Tyumen battery at one time was at the top of the list of the best batteries according to the experts "Behind the Wheel". They liked the high reserve capacity (143 minutes), excellent value for money and good charge acceptance.
• According to ordinary users, this power source for a car does not die even in harsh winters down to -40 degrees, and if it is serviced in a timely manner, it will last up to 4 years or longer.
Pros and cons durable reliable high reserve capacity withstands extreme cold The other side of the popularity of the product is a large number of fakes. Buy only from major suppliers and online stores with good reviews.11. Car battery Optima Yellow Top R 2.7J (o / p)
- Battery type: AGM
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 460 A
- Capacity: 38 Ah
- Dimensions: 238x129x227 mm
• The price of this model, designed for Japanese cars, is rather big, but there are many advantages. Among them:
- Increased (15 times) vibration resistance compared to lead-acid batteries.
- Thanks to its low self-discharge rate, Optima YELLOWTOP is perfect for seasonal use. When fully charged, it can be stored for a year at room temperature.
- According to the manufacturer, the duration of the "yellow" is twice as long as that of conventional batteries with flat plates. And users who have bought this model say the battery has lasted them more than five years, which means you don't have to worry about buying a new car battery anytime soon.
- Maintenance is not required.
• The main disadvantages include the fear of extreme cold. This battery does not hold the temperature range declared by the manufacturer from -40 to +40 degrees, and does not start already at -36 degrees.
Pros and cons reliability durability ideal for seasonal operation high price at minus 35 degrees and below it is better not to use10. Car battery ATLASBX MF35-550 (o / p)
- Battery type: calcium
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 550 A
- Capacity: 60 Ah
- Dimensions: 230x172x220 mm
• The battery is made in South Korea, which means it will fit cars with an "Asian" type of attachment – when the device falls into place under the metal corner of the platform and is pressed on top with a special pad. So the standard size ATLASBX MF35-550 fits into the Korean car slot perfectly. Its second feature is the starter current; as a rule, the higher, the more vigorously the car will start in winter. It's nice that the battery has a charging indicator.
• Judging by user reviews, the battery is simple and reliable, like a rake – it is not uncommon for a service life of 8 years or more.
Pros and cons high starter current charging indicator suitable for Asian cars no9. Car battery VARTA Silver Dynamic AGM D52 (o / p)
- Battery type: AGM
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 680 A
- Capacity: 60 Ah
- Dimensions: 242x175x190 mm
• A battery with a high starting current and AGM technology – according to marketers, this type of device charges quickly and is ideal for short trips around the city.
• However, in real conditions, "Warta" was not as resistant to frost, as stated by the manufacturer. Many users living in Siberian regions, where frosts of -20 ° and above are frequent, noted that in such weather the battery starts the engine from strength in half of the cases.
• But residents of regions with a milder climate – the European and southern parts of Russia – "Varta" was mostly praised. Another difficulty is that the battery is maintenance-free, that is, you can neither check the density of the electrolyte, nor how much it splashes in the case.
Pros and cons: a hard and high-quality case is not afraid of deep discharges; it does not tolerate Siberian frosts well8. Car battery Energizer Premium EM60LB2 (o / p)
- Battery type: lead acid
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 540 A
- Capacity: 60 Ah
- Dimensions: 242x175x175
• Energizer Premium batteries are manufactured at the same Polish factories that are well-known and widely representedn Varta and Bosch stores.
• However, the EM60LB2 is slightly heavier than the counterparts of these brands, and at the same time they are cheaper. This means that they are made using a different technology – for example, without the addition of a silver-tin alloy, which lightens the weight of lead plates and increases their service life (not to mention environmental care). Like it or not, the opinions of drivers about this model are mostly positive.
Pros and consbeautiful appearancecomfortable carrying handlereliablefrost-resistantno7. Car battery HYUNDAI Energy 90D26L (o/p)
- Battery type: calcium
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 680 A
- Capacity: 80 Ah
- Dimensions: 260x172x220 mm
• The car battery from Hyundai was created with the expectation of Japanese and Korean cars. It is made according to modern technology, with highly purified raw materials and the addition of tin and silver to the right – which, according to the manufacturer, should increase the life and quality of use. The increased strength of the plates is also responsible for the service life (which is important, since the battery is light for its dimensions, which means that the lead content in it is reduced).
• The peculiarity of the company is that Hyundai itself produces only cars and construction equipment, but the rest is outsourced under its own label. Therefore, be careful: the quality of the battery can vary greatly depending on the manufacturer.
Pros and cons high starting power vibration resistance reliability and service life quality may vary depending on the manufacturer6. Car battery Exide Excell EB704 (o / p)
- Battery type: calcium
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 540 A
- Capacity: 70 Ah
- Dimensions: 270x173x222 mm
• Although Exide Technologies is an American company, its assembly plants are located all over the world – from the USA to Australia. Batteries of European production most often came to us.
• Specifically, this model is suitable for cars with an "Asian" type of mount. She is listed as out of service. However, according to the manufacturer, it is possible to adjust the electrolyte level – that is, there is a removable plug bar. The most common battery is lead-acid, but its design is modernized, the separators are dense, the amount of lead has been reduced in order to protect the environment.
• Drivers are generally satisfied with the battery, although it costs a little more than its counterparts.
Pros and consQuality of case materialsIt is possible to control the level of electrolyteReliability and long service lifeNo5. Car battery Mutlu SFB 3 (o / p)
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 540 A
- Capacity: 60 Ah
- Dimensions: 242x175x190
• According to the manufacturer, the battery is resistant to corrosion, the body is made of super strong and super hard plastic, and the separator is reinforced, which means that the device will last a long time.
• Surprisingly, the Turkish company knows how to produce frost-resistant batteries – the reviews from the "Siberians" are entirely positive. They say that even in frosts of -30 ° Mutlu SFB 3 starts the car with ease.
• Please note that the battery is not “dry”, therefore, during storage and transportation, you cannot turn it over – otherwise the electrolyte will spill out. This cannot be fixed – the battery is maintenance-free.
Pros and consgood quality materialsendurance and reliabilityfrost resistanceno4. Car battery Furukawa Battery Super Nova 75D23L (o / p)
- Battery type: calcium
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 620 A
- Capacity: 65 Ah
- Dimensions: 230x169x225 mm
• Our people love Japanese quality: one of the most popular batteries in the vastness of Rus' is produced in the land of the setting sun. Furukawa Battery is a regular battery supplier for Japanese brands such as Toyota, Honda, Suzuki. Specifically, Super Nova 75D23L is designed just for cars.
• The quality of the battery is high – dense, strong plastic, a lot of bright and understandable designations (the positive electrode is even highlighted with a bright red ring). In case of lack of electrolyte (again, this state is easy to determine thanks to the notation), you can simply add distilled water.
• There is a small fly in the ointment in this barrel of honey: the Japanese could take care of the convenience of the carrying handle. Because for a device for such a price, it is frankly flimsy and, moreover, it interferes – after installation it is better to remove it.
Pros and cons quality of assembly and materials clear instructions and designations 3 year warranty price3. Car battery GINNES ST 6CT-63.1 (p / p)
- Battery type: calcium
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 600 A
- Capacity: 63 Ah
- Dimensions: 245x177x190 mm
• Despite the name, subtly evocative of Irish dark beer, Ginnes batteries are actually produced, in Ryazan. The proof of this is the polarity of the device – it is "direct", or "Russian".
• Users praise this unpretentious device for endurance – even at -26 degrees, the battery works properly. For real Siberian frosts, when the temperature drops below -40 degrees at night, GINNES ST 6CT-63.1 is not suitable, but it is suitable for the middle lane.
• Another advantage of this model is a very pleasant price and at the same time a two-year warranty.
Pros and consConvenient carrying handlePriceno2. Car battery AKOM 70 A/h (o/p)
- Battery type: calcium
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 720 A
- Capacity: 70 Ah
- Dimensions: 277x175x190
• A Russian-made car battery fell a little short of the first place – they are made at the plant of the AKOM group of companies in Zhigulevsk, Samara region. These batteries are often found on the Russian automotive market – all Lada models are supplied with them to car dealerships, and the plant holds more than half of the domestic market for the production of batteries. Quality Assurance is a lengthy and thorough control procedure covering more than 180 parameters.
• AKOM 70 A/h arr. 720 A is designed for cars of class B, C, D and is manufactured using EFB technology – it was specially conceived for cars with a start-stop system. Such a battery should easily endure charge-discharge cycles, not be afraid of discharge, be frost-resistant and have other virtues of a good battery. Judging by user reviews, the AKOM product fully complies with these requirements. The quality of the packaging pleasantly pleases car owners – even the terminals are reliably protected from transport troubles with special soldered plugs.
Pros and consfrost resistanceprice5-year warrantyno1. Car battery VARTA Silver Dynamic AGM H15 (o/p)
- Battery type: AGM
- Voltage: 12V
- Starting current: 950 A
- Capacity: 105 Ah
- Dimensions: 394x175x190 mm
• Warta has three lines of batteries designed for different purposes. They differ in colors – silver, blue and black.
- Black Dynamic is the most inexpensive, the characteristics are slightly worse than those of the “colored” counterparts, however, the quality of the “Varta” is quite high and even the economy version will last a long time.
- Blue Dynamic is the most common and fits over 90% of the vehicles on the market.
- And Silver, which is discussed in this paragraph, is the most sophisticated version. These batteries are positioned as the most powerful, designed for the most modern (and voracious) cars. In total, there are eleven different models in the assortment. They should be selected according to their capacity, cold scroll current and, of course, dimensions.
• The main feature of the series, which the Russians will surely appreciate, is its high starting qualities, especially in the cold and frosty season. According to Varta engineers and marketers, the reason is the special Power Frame grid technology (they are coated with a silver alloy), thanks to which the batteries are reliable, powerful, quickly recharged and do not corrode.
• AGM technology is responsible for the operating time – due to it, the life of the device is increased three times. VARTA Silver Dynamic AGM H15 is able to survive many charge-discharge cycles without compromising performance. Another feature of VARTA Silver Dynamic AGM H15 is environmental friendliness. Batteries that have served their useful life are easy to dispose of and recycle, and the soul of the “green” will be pleasantly warmed by the thought that the production of AGM H15 is environmentally friendly.
• The battery will fit on almost all European-assembled cars, but for a Japanese or Korean car, it is better to look for an option with an Asian body type.
Pros and cons reliability power long service life cold resistance price
