Finding the right battery can be a headache, so here's some simple easy ways to find the correct battery for your car.
- The easiest way to find the right battery is doing a registration lookup, we recommend the Exide Battery Finder for it's simplicity. All you have to do is enter your registration and choose the state it was registered in and it pops out which battery is right for you. Copy the code of the battery and put it into a search engine of your choice to compare prices from companies that stock the battery. We recommend going for the battery with the highest crank/longest warranty as these are usually built the toughest and will last the longest. Its important to note that all battery finders are just a guide and may not be perfectly accurate for your vehicle due to factors like grey imports/changes in manufacturing processes etc.
- If your car doesn't have a registration or is on club plates, you can also use the Exide Battery Finder to do a make and model search, for this you need information like your cars year of manufacture, series, or chasse to find an exact, accurate match.
- If all else fails the tired and true method of finding the battery under the bonnet (or in the boot, depending on which car you have,) and copying down the code on the battery and searching it online rarely fails. Just note that each battery manufacturer will probably have a unique code so searching this can usually yield results only from the same manufacturer.
- If you're still struggling to find the right battery calling a professional installer or mechanic can usually solve this problem. If you call us on 03 9000 5288, or text us a photo of the battery, it's rare that we won't be able to find the exact battery for your vehicle.
These are undoubtably the easiest ways to find which battery your car needs. Choosing which battery brand/model can be a little more challenging but we always recommend buying a battery with a big warranty and high crank (CCA/EN).
Things like weight also play a vital role as a heavier battery will normally have a better construction/life span.
***Please note if your car has an EFB or an AGM battery recommended, it is essential to replace it with its respective battery. Using a non EFB or AGM battery in a car that requires one can cause lots of electrical issues and will heavily impact the life of the battery, usually requiring another replacement in a few months in some cases. AGM batteries are also highly recommended for installs under the driver or passenger seats since they do not gas***