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Mercedes-Benz · Sedan · 2009–present

Mercedes-Benz E-Class battery

The E-Class carries a sophisticated electrical system; some versions include an auxiliary battery alongside the AGM main battery.

Which E-Class do you have?

Pick the model year to see its generation. It narrows things down — it doesn’t settle the exact battery on its own.

Ask about my E-Class

Choose a year to see which generation it belongs to and what that means for the battery.

Battery compatibility by generation

“Confirmed at inspection” = varies by engine, trim or market, or not yet verified

E-Class W212

2009–2016
TechnologyAGM
Voltage12V
Case / group sizeConfirmed at inspection
Capacity (Ah)Confirmed at inspection
CCAConfirmed at inspection
DimensionsConfirmed at inspection
Terminal layoutConfirmed at inspection
Battery locationConfirmed at inspection
Start-stopOn some variants
RegistrationRecommended

E-Class W213

2016–2023
TechnologyAGM
Voltage12V
Case / group sizeConfirmed at inspection
Capacity (Ah)Confirmed at inspection
CCAConfirmed at inspection
DimensionsConfirmed at inspection
Terminal layoutConfirmed at inspection
Battery locationConfirmed at inspection
Start-stopCommon on this generation
RegistrationRecommended

E-Class W214

2023–present
TechnologyConfirmed at inspection
Voltage12V
Case / group sizeConfirmed at inspection
Capacity (Ah)Confirmed at inspection
CCAConfirmed at inspection
DimensionsConfirmed at inspection
Terminal layoutConfirmed at inspection
Battery locationConfirmed at inspection
Start-stopConfirm on inspection
RegistrationRecommended
  • — Latest generation; confirmed on inspection.

We don’t publish battery specifications we haven’t verified. Different engines and equipment can require different batteries, so the exact match is confirmed against your vehicle and the battery currently fitted.

Important battery considerations

  • Test both main and auxiliary batteries when warnings appear.
  • Depending on the model and systems fitted, a battery change may need to be followed by initialisation of certain functions. We check what applies to your vehicle.

Symptoms & diagnostics

Slow or laboured cranking
Most noticeable after the car has stood overnight or for several days.
Start-stop stops engaging
Many E-Class variants with start-stop disable it when battery health is low.
Electrical warnings or resets
Dashboard messages, infotainment restarts or comfort features switching off.
Needing repeated jump starts
A sign the battery can no longer hold or deliver enough charge — or of a drain or charging fault.

These symptoms can also come from charging faults, parasitic drain, cables or the starter. A battery and charging test tells them apart.

Replacing the battery on a Mercedes-Benz E-Class

  1. 01

    Confirm the battery

    Generation, engine and the fitted battery label are checked against the replacement.

  2. 02

    Protect settings

    A memory saver is connected where practical.

  3. 03

    Access the battery

    Covers and heat shields are removed and kept for refitting.

  4. 04

    Swap and secure

    Negative first off, last on. Terminals cleaned, hold-down tightened, vent tube refitted where present.

  5. 05

    Register / reset

    Depending on the model and systems fitted, a battery change may need to be followed by initialisation of certain functions. We check what applies to your vehicle.

  6. 06

    Check charging

    Starting and charging voltages are verified before we leave.

Battery options for the E-Class

Technologies recorded for this model’s generations. The right one for your car depends on its exact specification.

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AGM

A vehicle designed for AGM should be fitted with AGM. A flooded or EFB battery in its place is likely to wear out quickly and may trigger charging-system faults.

About AGM →

Mercedes-Benz E-Class battery FAQs

Which battery does my Mercedes-Benz E-Class need?

It depends on the generation, engine and equipment. Use the year selector above to narrow down the generation, then send us your vehicle details and a photo of the current battery label — we confirm the exact match before fitting.

Can you replace an E-Class battery at my office?

Yes, in most workplace car parks.

Battery assistance for your Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Send the year and a photo of the current battery. We confirm the match for your E-Class and fit it where you park.

Daily, including late evenings. Out-of-hours requests are answered as technician availability allows.

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