Bosch S5A08 - car battery - 70A/h - 760A - AGM technology - adapted for vehicles with Start/Stop system - Type 096

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All in all, for these reasons, the best 096 car battery will be an AGM (what are the best AGM battery brands). Bosch car batteries are manufactured using high-quality materials and undergo rigorous testing to meet or exceed industry standards. They are engineered to deliver reliable starting power, withstand demanding conditions, and provide excellent performance in various weather conditions. AGM stands for Absorbed Glass Mat. That’s because the electrolyte in AGM batteries is absorbed in fibre glass mats, rather than free flowing around the lead plates. Why Are AGM batteries Better Than Standard Flooded Batteries? They only tend to be factory fitted in more premium and high-end vehicles. However, it may be beneficial to switch from EFB to AGM if your car has a lot of on-board tech, or if you frequently make journeys so short that the battery is unable to recharge. While you can step up from an EFB to an AGM battery, you shouldn’t take the cheaper option and step down from an EFB by fitting a lead acid battery. Using a lead acid battery can trigger faults with your start-stop system, as well as other features, and the battery’s lifespan will be significantly reduced. What is an AGM battery?

Most vehicles require this battery to be registered with the on-board computer system. Therefore, a professional fitting at a Halfords store or autocentre garage is strongly recommended. Features & Benefits: Free Delivery is not available for Over-Sized parcels, such as Exhausts, Radiators & Headlamps - For details on these items please see the 'Oversized Items' section below. As well as our experience and testing of a range of car batteries, we also based our recommendations upon plenty of research and multiple factors. Some of the factors that we took into consideration included their brand reputation, capacity, service life, carry handle, terminals, warranty and value for money. Choosing a replacement battery can be a minefield because there are a myriad of different dimensions. Not only that, but different batteries deliver different amounts of electrical current (measured in amperes, or ‘amps’), so you can’t just fit any battery into your car. We’ve done in-depth exploration into both EFB and AGM batteries, on which is best for start stop batteries. How long should the battery last me?

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With regards to our testing, we tested batteries from a variety of brands and replaced multiple-sized batteries. Car batteries go through a lot. They have to deliver enough punch to start your engine every day and they’re responsible for ensuring your lights, radio, heating, electric windows, and sat-nav operate properly. And, all the while, they’re nestled in our cars’ engine bays in extreme heat when the engine’s on in the height of summer, and extreme cold when it’s off in the depths of winter. But the only time most of us give them a second thought is when they’re flat. Correct Fit Guarantee:When selecting Patrol Fit, the RAC guarantees to fit the right battery for your car, even if you select the wrong battery. Read More

Furthermore, this car battery comes with a 3 year warranty as well as exceeding original equipment requirements. This ensures the reliability and performance of this car battery are uncompromising. Larger Commercial & Marine batteries which need to be sent via pallet may incur an extra postal charge.Scottish Highlands - AB36-38, AB55-56, FK17-21, IV1-39, IV52-54, IV63, KW1-14, PA21-40, PH19-26, PH30-41, PH49-50 Scottish Islands - HS1-9, IV40-51, IV55-56, KA27-28, KW15-17, PA20, PA41-49, PA60-78, PH42-44, ZE1-3 If nobody is home or the courier does not feel its safe to leave securely, they will reattempt the following day. They normally do this 2 times and then return to the sender (us).

That’s why, to deliver our best buy verdicts, we’ve broken the market down into types of batteries (all explained below) and have scoured a range of online retailers to see which batteries motorists consider the best of breed. Even if you have the correct size, you’ll still need to make sure you get the right type of battery. Do you have stop start functionality? Halfords’ EFB is available in three common sizes – 096, 100 and 110 – and has a near-five-star rating across the board. Their EFB range is compatible with start-stop systems and they claim to be capable of 270,000 starts. Depending on size, the batteries boast a CCA rating of up to 730 amps. Please note : DO NOT fit lower spec batteries, Standard Batteries can be upgraded to EFB alternatives, Always replace EFB with EFB, Always replace AGM with AGM. fitting a lower specification battery or different battery typeto what was fitted by the manufacturer can lead to battery performance issues, charging issues, lessen the lifetime of the battery and will invalidate any warranty offered. As you can see below, we recently replaced an older Varta battery with a DriveTec alternative and the difference was instant because the older battery couldn’t hold a charge for longer than a few days. However, during our testing, as well as the performance of the batteries, we also analyse their quality in terms of their carry handles and terminals.The Bosch 096 AGM Car Battery is a powerful battery, ideal for modern vehicles and applications. With the growing number of comfort electronics found in modern vehicles, having a powerful battery which can cope with these demands has never been more important. Enhanced Flooded Batteries (EFB) are a step up from lead acid batteries and are suitable for cars with start-stop systems since they’re able to handle upwards of 250,000 starts in their lifetime. Which might sound like a lot, but start-stop systems can cut the engine dozens of times every journey. Even so, you can expect these batteries to last up to six years – much longer than a lead acid battery. Bosch car batteries are known for their reliability, performance, and durability. They are designed to deliver consistent power and provide a long service life. Bosch offers a variety of battery types to cater to different vehicle models and requirements, including conventional lead-acid batteries, enhanced flooded batteries (EFB) for start-stop systems, and absorbent glass mat (AGM) batteries for vehicles with advanced electrical systems.

This battery allows around 50,000 engine starts as compared to around 20,000 on a normal battery. The Silver car batteries come fully charged, ready to fit, and are completely maintenance-free. It also features a rollover proof lid for extra safety, making it ideal for cold weather climates and superior power & performance. This fixes one of the major reasons for lead acid batteries degrading over time, namely acid stratification. That’s when the electrolyte solution of sulphuric acid and distilled water becomes poorly mixed and impairs the battery’s ability to store and hence give power to the vehicle.

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Although car batteries can last many years, they’ll eventually require replacement when they become faulty. Therefore, as we own multiple cars, we replace car batteries far more often than the average motorist, which means that we have experience with a variety of batteries in terms of their size and brand. For example, if your car has a stop-start system, then you’ll need either an EFB or an AGM battery. Only these battery types work with stop-start functionality. Again, with regards to Capacity and Cold Cranking Amps (CCA), you should only compare AGM batteries with other AGM batteries (after ensuring your battery tray will fit 096 battery dimensions). The Bosch S5 Silver are suited to newer vehicles with higher electrical demands that come equipped with features such as parking sensors, trip computer, heated front windscreen etc. These Bosch Batteries are mainly for the latest high end vehicles and large diesel Engines.