Comparative test of imported and domestic batteries. Comparative test of imported and domestic batteries The best lead-acid batteries

21.10.2019

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We tested two dozen batteries of the most popular size on the market, 242x175x190 mm. The results are amazing: more than half of the tested batteries failed.

The crisis hit everything, and the battery market is no exception. Buyers look primarily at the price. Even the owners of prestigious cars are in no hurry to splurge on expensive AGM and EFB batteries, which a few years ago everyone predicted unconditional dominance.

It’s even somehow embarrassing to talk about amps, coulombs and degrees, if the mass consumer chooses what is cheaper. On the other hand, budget products often lack quality and savings can cost a pretty penny ... This time we decided to focus on inexpensive batteries.

The winners of the examinations "Behind the wheel"

2015: Tyumen Premium Battery, Topla, Exide Premium
2014: Varta, Banner, Bosch
2013: Tyumen Battery Leader, Mutlu, Royal
2012: Varta, Medalist, Topla
2011: Medalist, Panasonic, Titan
2010: Medalist, Varta, Beast
2009: Varta, Medalist, A-mega
2008: Bosch, Medalist, Varta
2007: Mutlu, Akom, Medalist
2006: Varta, Medalist, Bosch
2004: Tyumen, Tyumen, Medalist

Cheaper?

But what about without high-profile foreign names - Varta, Bosch, Mutlu? In addition, domestic batteries close to them in price were left behind - for example, AkTeh. Along the way, it turned out that some oriental brands did not set “crisis” prices for their products at all: the most expensive battery was not Bosch at all, but the Korean Solite for as much as 5,000 rubles!

As a result, we scored two dozen batteries. Let's see how price is related to amp-hours and coulombs.

The purchase was carried out in a retail network in April - May 2016. The research results refer only to this sample and cannot serve as a basis for evaluating all products of a particular brand.

And will it do so?

The overall impression of the test results is painful. There are three main reasons for frustration. Firstly, sellers still slip stale goods, albeit with guarantees, smiles and seals. Secondly, it is unpleasant that in the Russian frost, out of twenty brand new batteries, eleven failed. Thirdly, out of two dozen batteries, only two really fought for the victory - Tyumen Battery Premium and Varta Blue Dynamic. Their separation from rivals was serious. And, curiously, the advantage is obvious both with and without price.

Run through the first columns of the table, which shows the reserve capacity of brand new batteries. In parentheses, we give the actual "volume" of electricity that the buyer pays for. By analogy with refueling: you ask to fill a full tank, and the tanker splashed only on the bottom. But there is a difference: a “mistake” of a gas station will not lead to anything terrible, but a discharged battery, as the pros say, “turns sour”. Often this is irreversible: it loses its capacity and loses its efficiency. We were ready for this, so before the start of the tests, as usual, we charged all the batteries to capacity. And you need to do this before you put the battery on the car. Our measurements confirm this.

Now about the "overpayments" for the brand. The miracle did not happen: all the little-known batteries accumulated together at the bottom of the table. The most annoying thing is that the prices for many of them are not cheap at all. There is clearly no point in overpaying for such imports. And the first half of the table was filled with familiar names - we advise you to focus on them.

All in place

To identify leaders and outsiders, we have introduced a point system. In each type of test, the best and worst results were taken and assigned five points (maximum) and one point (minimum), respectively. Each of the other participants received an intermediate score proportional to their position between the leader and the outsider. For example, if when measuring the reserve capacity, the leader showed the result of 112 minutes, and the outsider - 78, then the participant with the result of 87 minutes gets 2.06 points. If the battery fails in one or another type of test, it receives 0 points.

The total score based on the results of measurements is the arithmetic average of five intermediate estimates. Then we divided it by the price of the battery, after which we again brought it to a five-point scale. So the final score is essentially value for money.

Out of competition in our tests were Tyumen Battery Premium and Varta Blue Dynamic batteries. Taking into account the much more attractive price, the “Siberian woman” climbed to the top. If we did not take prices into account, Varta would be the first. However, the “foreigner” has one more paradoxical advantage over the Russian battery: it is easier to find it on sale. It sounds illogical, but it is true, and not only in Moscow.

Conclusion? You can not buy a battery, looking only at the price tag. Savings can go sideways. Better take some time to get acquainted with the results of our expertise. Good luck with your purchase and stable voltage in the on-board network!

Exice 56031, Korea
Estimated price 4900 R

Declared capacity 60 Ah
Declared current 500 A
Measured/declared weight 13.63/13.99 kg
It seems that the name of the battery should remind the buyer of the well-known Exide brand - the difference is in the water letter. Hence, perhaps, the high price. However, the Korean battery turned out to be frail: all scores are below two points. And at -29 ° C, she asked for mercy: the voltage sank below the prescribed 6 V. Taking into account the price, the last place in the all-around.

Thor 56031, Korea
Estimated price 4500R

Declared capacity 60 Ah
Declared current 510 A
Measured/claimed weight 14.03 kg/not specified
Central gas outlet
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Weak "energy" did not work out in the Russian frost: after 15 seconds of torment, for example
The tension dropped sharply - that's it, we've arrived. The reserve capacity is useless. The overpricing only exacerbated the negative effect. Penultimate place.

Solite CMF56220, Korea
Estimated price 5000R

Declared capacity (reserve capacity) 62 Ah (105 min.)
Declared current 600 A
Measured/claimed weight 13.54 kg/not specified
Central gas outlet
Electrolyte level control -

We bought this battery after seeing the price tag that is prohibitive for a low-profile brand. What if this is a new market leader? But in the cold, the voltage quickly dipped below the mark, and the price-quality ratio determined the place at the tail of the table.

Cobat 55.0L, Russia

Estimated price 3110 R

Declared capacity 55 Ah
Declared current 460 A
Measured/declared weight 13.6/15.0 kg
Electrolyte level control -

The reserve capacity is the lowest.
At -18 ° C - the worst. At -29 ° C - loss of performance. That's the whole biography. And what's the point of having a low price?

Kursk battery 6CT-55NR, Russia
Estimated price 3000R

Declared capacity (reserve capacity) 55 Ah (88 min.)
Declared current 420 A
Measured/declared weight 12.95/15.8 kg

How it all started well ... The price is only 3000 rubles. And even the reserve capacity is indicated in minutes. But then the carriage turned into a pumpkin: ratings below two plus failure after four seconds of work in the cold - voltage below 6 V

Podolsk batteries 6CT-55 N, Russia
Estimated price 2610 R

Declared capacity 55 Ah
Declared current 420 A
Measured/declared weight 12.42/15.8 kg
Central gas outlet
Electrolyte level control through plugs

The cheapest battery in the selection. It doesn't matter that the declared current is only 420 A, as long as it works. But the difference between the real mass and the promised one was 3.38 kg of lead, which was not reported. Bottom line: all scores below two points. And in the cold "electricity is over."

SilverStarPlus 6CT-60L(0), Russia
Estimated price 3300 R

Declared capacity 60 Ah
Declared current 520 A
Measured/declared weight 14.05/16.95 kg
Electrolyte level control through plugs

After weighing, everything became clear - almost 3 kg was missing. After nine seconds of operation in the cold, the battery died: the voltage dropped below 6 V. In addition, this battery also takes charge the worst of all.

Titan Standart 6CT-55.0VL, Russia
Estimated price 3450 R

Declared capacity 55 Ah
Declared current 470 A
Measured/declared weight 12.8/15.0 kg
Electrolyte level control through plugs

The price is reasonable, but it looks like they saved money again on lead plates. At -29°C, the battery failed: the voltage dipped below the waterline. However, the initial reserve capacity also did not inspire optimism: only 11 minutes! Therefore, although not the last, but still an unhappy place.

Solo AkTech SLE-062AA-1, Russia
Estimated price 3250 R

Declared capacity 62 Ah
Declared current 550 A
Measured /
declared weight 14.63 / 15.8 kg
Gas outlet through plugs
Electrolyte level control through plugs

Only 17 minutes of original reserve capacity. The reason is obvious: the sellers did not service the battery! We loaded it and brought it back to life.
Weighing showed a lack of lead. After only seven seconds of operation in the cold, the battery refused to cooperate.

Akom 6CT-60VL, Russia
Estimated price 4200 R

Declared capacity 60 Ah
Claimed current 520A
Measured/declared weight 14.25/15.5 kg
Electrolyte level control through plugs

The price is high, and lead for this money is clearly not enough. The battery is afraid of cold weather: it could not give out decent joules in the cold, holding out for 17 seconds instead of the promised thirty. In general, I did not like it.

Bosch S4 005, country of manufacture not specified
Estimated price 4750 R

Declared capacity 60 Ah
Declared current 540 A
Measured/claimed weight 13.35 kg/not specified
Central gas outlet
Electrolyte level control -

For many years now, I have had to write the same thing about Bosch: the eminent brand did not surprise me with anything. A modest place in the middle of the table, not a single memorable result. The battery didn't fail, but it didn't attract attention either. The price is high, but the energy is not enough.

Bars Silver 6ST-60APZ, Kazakhstan
Estimated price 2900 R

Declared capacity 60 Ah
Declared current 500 A
Measured/declared weight 13.31/15.7 kg
Electrolyte level control through plugs

Very attractive price. And the same question: where is the lead? Too light product came from Kazakhstan. The lack of lead quickly backfired: in the cold, the battery got a "steering wheel" because it failed to give out the required energy.

AkTeh 6ST-6413, Russia
Estimated price 4100 R

Declared capacity 64 Ah
Declared current 570 A
Measured/declared weight 17.05/16.8 kg
Gas outlet through plugs
Electrolyte level control through plugs

The heaviest battery in the test: lead was spared. But a miracle saved the battery from failure: at the time of purchase, “it” had only 14 minutes of reserve capacity. It's good that the experts managed to bring her back to life after the charge. Against this background, the results shown can be considered excellent. But I didn't like the price.

TAB Polar B60HV, EU
Estimated price 4500 R

Declared capacity 60 Ah
Declared current 600 A
Measured/declared weight 13.73/14.4 kg
Central gas outlet
Electrolyte level control through plugs

This brand has always looked decent. So it is now: the battery delivers the high declared current regularly, it is not afraid of frost. It could have been better, but the battery was clearly not recharged in the store - this is evidenced by the original reserve capacity.

Tyumen BatBear 6CE-55LA, Russia
Estimated price 3500 R

Declared capacity 55 Ah
Declared current 450 A
Measured/declared weight 13.95/14.3 kg
Central gas outlet
Electrolyte level control through plugs

The Siberian "bear" has firmly settled in sixth place both in terms of characteristics and adjusted for price. The reserve capacity upon purchase turned out to be quite small - apparently, the battery had been lying in the warehouse for a long time. A typical situation: sellers do not like to keep track of batteries.

Zver 6CT-6013U, Russia
Estimated price 4100 R

Declared capacity 60 Ah
Declared current 600 A
Measured/declared weight 15.67/16.4 kg
Central gas outlet
Electrolyte level control -

The battery honestly delivered what was promised, including a solid 600 A. The price blocked the way to a higher place: a little expensive for a Russian product!

Medalist Standard CMF 56077, country of manufacture unknown
Estimated price 4690 R

Declared capacity 60 Ah
Declared current 560 A
Measured/claimed weight 13.52 kg/not specified
Central gas outlet
Electrolyte level control -

The winner of numerous examinations of past years is going through hard times today. The brand left our market, then returned again. Therefore, the fourth place is, of course, a success. Note that too high a price did not let the “medalist” on the pedestal.

Mutlu Silver ETN-563, Türkiye
Estimated price 3520 R

Declared capacity 63 Ah
Declared current 550 A
Measured/declared weight 15.3/15.6 kg
Electrolyte level control -

The “Turkish woman” was brought to the top three by a relatively low price. Judging only by electrical parameters, it would be the fifth.
But the value for money helped to beat the competition. However, this brand has always been in the group of leaders.

Varta Blue Dynamic, country of manufacture not specified
Estimated price 4550 R

Declared capacity 60 Ah
Declared current 540 A
Measured/claimed weight 14.78 kg/not specified
Central gas outlet
Electrolyte level control -

Two nominations won, in three - silver. Without taking into account the price, Varta would have become the first, since it was ahead of the Tyumen battery by a fraction of a point. But the one and a half difference in price eventually moved it to second place.

Tyumen Battery Premium 6CT-64, Russia
Estimated price 3000 P

Declared capacity 64 Ah
Declared current 590 A
Measured/declared weight 16.6/17.2 kg
Central gas outlet
Electrolyte level control through plugs

"Sibiryachka" won in three nominations, in two more it was the second. In the final in first place battery
brought out the price tag - Varta is much more expensive. The rest of the participants lagged behind in terms of parameters quite strongly. By the way, this is one of the heaviest batteries in our sample: no one dreams of gold without lead.

Test results

Our advice

First of all, we determine the size of the battery. He must be guaranteed to fit in his workplace - in the engine compartment or trunk. At the same time, we determine the polarity. An old battery will help here: look - plus on the right or on the left? Often the length of the wires does not allow you to connect a battery of the “wrong” polarity.

Don't be fooled by the low price - there are no philanthropists on the market. The brand determines the value. As a rule, with the same dimensions, serious companies offer batteries of different energy capacities (for example, different declared amperes and ampere-hours). It is better to take the maximum, even if it is a little more expensive.

You should not purchase products that have units of the “A / h” type indicated on the labels or in the passport. This indicates the technical illiteracy of their compilers and raises doubts about the quality.

The purchased battery must be charged. After charging and holding (storing the battery disconnected from the charger) for 10-15 hours, the voltage should be 12.5-12.7 V. If measured immediately after charging, the readings can significantly exceed the actual open circuit voltage.

The main criteria for battery quality

Reserve capacity. Shows how long the car will last with all the energy consumers turned on (headlights, windscreen wipers, ventilation system), if its alternator has deteriorated. Measured in minutes. The higher the score, the better.

Reduced starting energy with declared current. Characterizes the energy of the battery in the starting mode. It is measured in kilojoules. The higher the score, the better.

Reduced single current starting energy at -18 and -29 °С. Allows you to compare the current characteristics of all batteries under the same conditions, regardless of their passport data. Simply put, the higher the energy, the more attempts to confidently start the motor, ceteris paribus, in reserve. It is measured in kilojoules. The higher the score, the better.

Receiving a charge at a constant external voltage. Indicates the ability of the battery to recover from a deep discharge. In practice, a battery that accepts a charge better than others will charge faster when traveling. All batteries passed the test.

Note. Technical measurements were carried out by specialists of the NIITSATZTSNII of the Ministry of Defense of Russia. The test results refer to a specific sample of batteries and cannot be used as a characteristic of all products of the same name as a whole.

With an old battery - this is not life.

Yu.I. Detochkin

It’s even somehow embarrassing to talk about amps, coulombs and degrees, if the mass consumer chooses what is cheaper. On the other hand, budget products often lack quality, and savings can cost a pretty penny... This time we decided to focus on inexpensive batteries.

Battery cheaper?

At first, the search for the most inexpensive batteries of the most popular dimension 242 × 175 × 190 mm gave a modest result - only five products priced from 2610 rubles for a Podolsk battery to 3002 rubles for a Tyumen one. Not enough for a full review. They raised the price bar to 3,500 rubles - six more batteries were added. But what about without high-profile foreign names - Varta, Bosch, Mutlu? In addition, domestic batteries close to them in price were left behind - for example, AkTeh. Along the way, it turned out that some oriental brands did not set “crisis” prices for their products at all: the most expensive battery was not Bosch at all, but the Korean Solite for as much as 5,000 rubles!

As a result, we scored two dozen batteries. Let's see how price is related to amp-hours and coulombs.

The purchase was carried out in a retail network in April - May 2016. The research results refer only to this sample and cannot serve as a basis for evaluating all products of a particular brand.

MAIN CRITERIA FOR ASSESSING BATTERY QUALITY

Reserve capacity. Shows how long the car will last with all the energy consumers turned on (headlights, windscreen wipers, ventilation system), if its alternator has deteriorated. Measured in minutes. The higher the score, the better.

Reduced starting energy with declared current. Characterizes the energy of the battery in the starting mode. It is measured in kilojoules. The higher the score, the better.

Reduced single current starting energy at -18 and -29 ºС. Allows you to compare the current characteristics of all batteries under the same conditions, regardless of their passport data. Simply put, the higher the energy, the more attempts to confidently start the motor, ceteris paribus. It is measured in kilojoules. The higher the score, the better.

Receiving a charge at a constant external voltage. Indicates the ability of the battery to recover from a deep discharge. In practice, a battery that accepts a charge better than others will charge faster when traveling. All batteries passed the test.

Note. Technical measurements were carried out by specialists from the NIITs AT 3 of the Central Research Institute of the Ministry of Defense of Russia. The test results refer to a specific sample of batteries and cannot be used as a characteristic of all products of the same name as a whole.

And will it do so?

The overall impression of the test results is painful. There are three main reasons for frustration. Firstly, sellers still slip stale goods, albeit with guarantees, smiles and seals. Secondly, it is unpleasant that in the Russian frost, out of twenty brand new batteries, eleven failed. Thirdly, out of two dozen batteries, only two really fought for victory - Tyumen Battery Premium and Varta Blue Dynamic. Their separation from rivals was serious. And, curiously, the advantage is obvious both with and without price.

First thing determine the size of the battery. He must be guaranteed to fit in his workplace - in the engine compartment or trunk. Simultaneously determine the polarity. An old battery will help here: look - plus on the right or on the left? Often the length of the wires does not allow you to connect a battery of the “wrong” polarity.

When choosing a battery brand, we strongly recommend be guided by the list of our winners recent years. Don't be fooled by the low price - there are no philanthropists on the market. The brand determines the value. As a rule, with the same dimensions, serious companies offer batteries of different energy capacities (for example, different declared amperes and ampere-hours). It is better to take the maximum, even if it is a little more expensive.

Not worth buying products that have units of the “A / h” type on the labels or in the passport. This indicates the technical illiteracy of their compilers and raises doubts about the quality.

The purchased battery must be charged without fail. After charging and soaking (storing the battery disconnected from the charger) for 10–15 hours, the voltage should be 12.5–12.7 V. If measured immediately after charging, the readings can significantly exceed the actual open circuit voltage.

All in place

THE BEST BATTERIES FOR A CAR: THE WINNERS OF ZARULEV EXPERTISE
	Tyumen Battery Premium	Varta	Mutlu
2015	Tyumen Battery Premium	Topla	Exide Premium
2014	Varta	Banner	Bosch
2013	Tyumen Battery Leader	Mutlu	Royal
2012	Varta	Medalist	Topla
2011	Medalist	Panasonic	Titan
2010	Medalist	Varta	Beast
2009	Varta	Medalist	A-mega
2008	Bosch	Medalist	Varta
2007	Mutlu	Akom	Medalist
2006	Varta	Medalist	Bosch
2004	Tyumen	Tyumen	Medalist
Place	first	second	third

20th place

19th place

18th place

17th place

Estimated price 4900 rub.

Declared capacity 60 Ah

Declared current 500 A

Measured/declared weight 13.63/ 13.99 kg

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control -

It seems that the name of the battery should remind the buyer of the well-known Exide brand - the difference is one letter. Hence, perhaps, the high price. However, the Korean battery turned out to be frail: all scores are below two points. And at -29 ºC, she asked for mercy: the voltage sank below the prescribed 6 V. Taking into account the price, she took the last place in the all-around.

Estimated price 4500 rub.

Declared capacity 60 Ah

Declared current 510 A

Measured/declared weight 14.03 kg / not specified

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control -

Weak "energy" did not hold up in the Russian frost: after 15 seconds of torment, the tension dropped sharply - that's it, we arrived. The reserve capacity is useless. The overpricing only exacerbated the negative effect. Penultimate place.

Estimated price 5000 rub.

62 Ah (105 min.)

Declared current 600 A

Measured/declared weight 13.54 kg / not specified

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control -

Estimated price 3110 rub.

Declared capacity 55 Ah

Declared current 460 A

Measured/declared weight 13.6/ 15.0 kg

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control -

The reserve capacity is the lowest. At -18 ºC - the worst. At -29 ºC - loss of performance. That's the whole biography. And what's the use of the fact that the price is low?

16th place

15th place

14th place

13th place

Estimated price 3000 rub.

Declared capacity (reserve capacity) 55 Ah (88 min.)

Declared current 420 A

Measured/declared weight 12.95/ 15.8 kg

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control through traffic jams

How it all started well ... The price is only 3000 rubles. And even the reserve capacity is indicated in minutes. But then the carriage turned into a pumpkin: ratings below two plus a failure after four seconds of operation in the cold - the voltage is below 6 V.

Estimated price 2610 rub.

Declared capacity 55 Ah

Declared current 420 A

Measured/declared weight 12.42/ 15.8 kg

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control through traffic jams

The cheapest battery in the selection. It doesn't matter that the declared current is only 420 A, as long as it works. But the difference between the real mass and the promised one was 3.38 kg - lead was not reported. Bottom line: all scores below two points. And in the cold "electricity is over."

Estimated price 3300 rub.

Declared capacity 60 Ah

Declared current 520 A

Measured/declared weight 14.05/ 16.95 kg

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control through traffic jams

Estimated price 3450 rub.

Declared capacity 55 Ah

Declared current 470 A

Measured/declared weight 12.8/ 15.0 kg

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control through traffic jams

The price is reasonable, but it looks like they saved money again on lead plates. At -29 ºС, the battery failed: the voltage sank below the "waterline". However, the initial reserve capacity also did not inspire optimism: only 11 minutes! Therefore, although not the last, but still an unhappy place.

12th place

11th place

10th place

9th place

Estimated price 3250 rub.

Declared capacity 62 Ah

Declared current 550 A

Measured/declared weight 14.63/ 15.8 kg

gas outlet through traffic jams

Electrolyte level control through traffic jams

Only 17 minutes of original reserve capacity. The reason is obvious: the sellers did not service the battery! We loaded it and brought it back to life. Weighing showed a lack of lead. After only seven seconds of operation in the cold, the battery refused to cooperate.

Estimated price 4200 rub.

Declared capacity 60 Ah

Declared current 520 A

Measured/declared weight 14.25/ 15.5 kg

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control through traffic jams

Estimated price 4750 rub.

Declared capacity 60 Ah

Declared current 540 A

Measured/declared weight 13.35 kg / not specified

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Estimated price 2900 rub.

Declared capacity 60 Ah

Declared current 500 A

Measured/declared weight 13.31/ 15.7 kg

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Electrolyte level control through traffic jams

8th place

7th place

6th place

5th place

Estimated price 4100 rub.

Declared capacity 64 Ah

Declared current 570 A

Measured/declared weight 17.05/ 16.8 kg

gas outlet through traffic jams

Electrolyte level control through traffic jams

Estimated price 4500 rub.

Declared capacity 60 Ah

Declared current 600 A

Measured/declared weight 13.73/ 14.4 kg

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control through traffic jams

Estimated price 3500 rub.

Declared capacity 55 Ah

Declared current 450 A

Measured/declared weight 13.95/ 14.3 kg

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control through traffic jams

The Siberian "bear" has firmly settled in sixth place both in terms of characteristics and adjusted for price. The reserve capacity upon purchase turned out to be quite small - apparently, the battery had been in the warehouse for a long time. A typical situation: sellers do not like to keep track of batteries.

Estimated price 4100 rub.

Declared capacity 60 Ah

Declared current 600 A

Measured/declared weight 15.67 /16.4 kg

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control -

The battery honestly delivered what was promised, including a solid 600 A. The price blocked the way to a higher place: a little expensive for a Russian product!

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Estimated price 3520 rub.

Declared capacity 63 Ah

Declared current 550 A

Measured/declared weight 15.3/ 15.6 kg

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Electrolyte level control -

The “Turkish woman” was brought to the top three by a relatively low price. Judging only by electrical parameters, it would be the fifth. But the value for money helped to beat the competition. However, this brand has always been in the group of leaders.

Estimated price 4550 rub.

Declared capacity 60 Ah

Declared current 540 A

Measured/declared weight 14.78 kg / not specified

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Electrolyte level control -

Two nominations won, three - silver. Without taking into account the price, Varta would have become the first, since it was ahead of the Tyumen battery by a fraction of a point. But the one and a half difference in price eventually moved it to second place.

Estimated price 3000 rub.

Declared capacity 64 Ah

Declared current 590 A

Measured/declared weight 16.6/ 17.2 kg

gas outlet central

Electrolyte level control through traffic jams

"Sibiryachka" won in three nominations, in two more it was the second. In the final, the price tag brought the battery to the first place - Varta is much more expensive. The rest of the participants lagged behind in terms of parameters quite strongly. By the way, this is one of the heaviest batteries in our sample: no one dreams of gold without lead.

TEST RESULTS*

To view the table in its entirety, use horizontal scrolling.

*All ratings are given on a five-point scale (more is better).

**Domestic batteries are highlighted.

***In parentheses for reference is the original reserve capacity of the batteries at the time of purchase. This parameter does not participate in the distribution of seats.

Every modern car needs a battery. It cannot be said that this element acts as the heart or the main unit of the vehicle, but it is difficult to overestimate its role and significance.

If you look at the current range, it is quite difficult to decide which battery will be best for the car and which manufacturer to give preference to. After all, devices differ not only in name or appearance, but also belong to different types, have a different principle of operation and characteristics. In some cases, it is required to take a 75 Ah battery, and in other situations, 60 Ah is enough.

One of the easiest ways to make a choice is to use up-to-date ratings among the best car batteries. This is not the only tool that a motorist should use when choosing, but with the help of ratings it is much easier to reduce the list of potential candidates to literally a few models.

Before talking about the best car batteries in 2019, you should study the types of batteries and their features. The current rating will be divided into 5 parts.

Battery types

There are several main types of automotive batteries, which are divided into 3 types. Namely:

Lead acid. Their strengths include low cost and the widest range among all existing batteries. But at the same time, they become dangerous when depressurized, require periodic topping up of special distilled water, and also really dislike deep discharge.
Special type of battery, created for modern vehicles. Among the advantages are tightness, long service life and resistance to low temperatures. When operating such a battery, it should be borne in mind that it is afraid of overcharging, and is also quite expensive.
Gel. They are highly resistant to deep discharges, have a long service life and good tightness. But they are expensive, and the starting current can drop sharply and dramatically at extremely low air temperatures.

Ideal batteries do not exist, and this must be understood. Therefore, in the ranking of the best car batteries, representatives of various categories were collected, with optimal characteristics and adequate cost, which corresponds to the proposed battery capabilities.

Rating categories

On these lists, the choice is not limited, since newer and more advanced batteries are regularly released, where they correct the mistakes of their predecessors, improve performance, and make design changes. But within the framework of the rating, really high-quality and worthy of your attention models are collected. They have proven their worth and reliability in real operation and testing in various difficult conditions.

domestic lead-acid batteries;
foreign lead-acid devices;
AGM batteries;
gel models;
Battery for AvtoVAZ vehicles.

At the same time, we must not forget that the choice is made not only on the basis of the quality and characteristics of the battery itself. You need to definitely look into the owner's manual for the vehicle, and understand exactly what characteristics and parameters should be on the battery specifically for your car.

Lead-acid batteries of domestic production

Despite attempts to promote domestic products, there are often many complaints about the quality of Russian goods. But the surprising thing here is that this does not apply to the battery. In Russia, they really know how to make very high-quality and reliable batteries for cars.

It is impossible to deny the fact that it is Russian manufacturers who know better than others how to properly adapt the device to work confidently in Russian difficult conditions.

But to the question of which battery is more correct and better to buy for a car, a Russian driver will often say that it is the most inexpensive and efficient. And then there remains only the option with lead-acid devices. They are the most affordable from a financial point of view, and the most common, which allows you to find a battery with the necessary characteristics and operating parameters.

We offer to study the top 4 best lead-acid batteries for cars from domestic manufacturers.

Volt Classic. This is the cheapest battery that fully meets the requirements of automakers. Moreover, such a battery can be safely installed on cars of Russian and foreign production. In the manufacture of this model, they did not save on lead. Some users note a rather weak resistance to low temperatures. Therefore, in regions where the temperature drops below -20 degrees Celsius in winter, you should be careful and monitor the charge level. The battery model costs about 2.3 thousand rubles.
Istok 510A. The device has good resistance to deep discharges. It costs about 3.5 thousand rubles. Fully corresponds to its value. The battery performs well in work on domestic cars and foreign cars. If regularly and properly serviced, the service life will be at least 4 years. A feature of the model is the use of an antimony melt, which provides resistance to deep discharge.
Akom Standard 62. It costs quite a lot, but it has decent characteristics according to the passport. In real conditions, it performs a little worse than the manufacturer promises. Frost resistance is really not the strongest side of this battery. But its popularity is still high. Such a battery is actively used in taxi services and in areas where constant movement in cars is required. If you have a garage, then you will not notice problems with frost resistance. The presence of a charge indicator also gives its advantages. The current price is about 4.3 thousand rubles.
Tyumen Battery Premium. Currently, experts and ordinary consumers consider it the best domestic battery. The Tyumen plant has long managed to prove itself from the best side. Even at a temperature of -30 degrees, the battery behaves stably and ensures a normal engine start. With its worthy characteristics, the battery is offered for quite adequate money. The current price is an average of 3.9 thousand rubles. The only problem is precisely the popularity, because of which the battery began to be actively faked.

If there are still doubts, no one forbids giving preference to foreign manufacturers.

The demand for imported batteries in Russia is quite high. Moreover, buyers actively take them, even despite the higher cost in comparison with domestic counterparts.

It is interesting to find out not only which brands of batteries among foreign manufacturers are the best for your cars, but also how well foreign companies cope with the creation of lead-acid devices adapted to Russian operating conditions.

Starting Bull by Banner. The company cooperates with European automakers, acting as a supplier of components for VAG vehicles. But at the same time, the devices are well suited for domestic cars and Japanese-made cars. The design consists of frost-resistant plastic, which ensures long-term operation in various temperature conditions. There is protection against short circuit and self-ignition. Due to the use of a labyrinth cover, the electrolyte does not boil in the battery, and it does not overheat. It’s definitely worth taking such a model if you are ready to pay about 7 thousand rubles for it. But the device has earned its well-deserved place in the extended top 10 among the best car batteries.
Exide Premium EA770. A product of an American brand, although the production itself has been established at factories in Poland and Spain. The device provides excellent starting current, but the service life rarely exceeds 4-5 years. The price of 5.5 thousand rubles may confuse some, but in many ways the battery corresponds to the declared value. Experienced motorists recommend buying this Spanish-made model, since they use better plastic housing.
Multi Calcium Silver. A battery from a Turkish manufacturer worth about 5 thousand rubles. In terms of its technical parameters, it is not inferior to many more expensive competitors. The only caveat is that the inrush current drops faster when the temperature drops below -30 degrees Celsius. Since the model is affordable and of high quality, this led to the appearance of many fakes. Therefore, you should be more careful with the purchase.
Varta Blue Dynamic D43. German quality product worth about 5.5 thousand rubles. The model has existed for a long time, but regularly undergoes updates and upgrades. The bulk of consumers indicate a long and trouble-free performance for 5-7 years. But be careful when buying this battery, as fakes are increasingly found on the market.

If you carefully study the current rating, having studied Russian and foreign car batteries, you will not see a significant difference in terms of operational and technical characteristics. Foreign models are considered to be of higher quality and more durable, but in fact this is just an established stereotype. Practice clearly proves that domestic and imported lead-acid batteries, regardless of origin, with the right approach to production, work equally well, confidently and for a long time, and also have similar shortcomings and weaknesses.

AGM batteries

AGM type batteries are used for installation on the most modern cars, which provide for the use of an extensive amount of electronics. These energy consumers need stable operation and good technical characteristics.

Also, AGM batteries feel better on short trips around the city, since lead-acid counterparts do not always have time to properly charge from.

All such batteries have one common drawback. This is a high cost. With similar capacity indicators, an AGM device will cost 3-4 times more than lead-acid batteries. If a motorist decides to take such a battery, he definitely does not want to waste money. To do this, you should look at the current rating, where the best representatives of the AGM battery segment were collected.

Tudor Start Stop TK600. Considering the wide range of batteries designed for cars with Start-Stop system, this model from the Luxembourg manufacturer has the most attractive price. Moreover, the low price does not at all mean poor performance or poor operational capabilities. The battery is also distinguished by a quick set of capacity during short trips from the generator. The device performs well at low temperatures, very rarely requires a charge. Plus, this is a maintenance-free battery, and therefore you won’t have to pay special attention to it. The average price tag is 9.2 thousand rubles.
Bosch S5 A13. Bosch is one of the recognized leaders in various areas of production, including the manufacture of batteries. The presented model has a high starting current, capable of starting almost any vehicle. Another device perfectly holds voltage, which is good for urban operation. Charging from the generator requires a minimum of time. The battery is also maintenance free. Consumers note exemplary resistance to vibration loads. The price slightly exceeds 11 thousand rubles.
Topla Stop&Go. Slovenian car battery, which currently occupies the first place in the mini ranking. The battery has good performance, great for those who drive around the city and make short trips. The battery is amazingly durable and works great with all cars that use the Start-Stop system. At the same time, the price is not so high, and is about 12 thousand rubles. If you have a premium car, spending money on such an AGM battery would be the right and smart decision. In comparison with analogues, the presented battery has a 3-fold increase in the number of operating cycles. The design uses a special layout of the plates, aimed at protecting against vibration loads and increasing the power of the starting current.

If you need to equip your passenger car with an AGM battery, consider not only what brand or manufacturer is indicated on the case. Pay special attention to the conformity of the technical specifications of the machine and the battery.

Top gel batteries

Not every Russian motorist knows about gel batteries or has personal experience in their use. As in the case of the previous category of batteries, gel devices are focused on modern cars, which are characterized by a high level of energy consumption.

Their weakness is the high price. And in order to make the right choice, and your money was not spent in vain, buy leaders and recognized favorites of the market. Having bought the most reliable and high-quality gel battery for cars, you are unlikely to wish on your choice, and next time you will buy a battery of this type again.

Exide Excell EB602. An American brand whose products for the Russian market are produced in Poland and Spain. Excellent build quality, the use of a gel-like electrolyte contribute to an increase in the number of work cycles by at least 2 times, when compared with AGM devices. The plates are made on the basis of purified lead, which is additionally subjected to lead-calcium alloying. Thus, the manufacturer managed to increase the service life to 12 years. But the price for the device will be almost 17 thousand rubles.
Delta GX1260. The manufacturer claims a minimum service life of 12 years. The model is characterized by a high degree of resistance to low temperatures and deep discharge. The downside is the cost. The current price tag for the battery is about 16 thousand rubles. But consumers themselves note that the price is fully consistent with the offered opportunities. The only thing that is required from the driver is to periodically check the cleanliness of the terminals. Otherwise, no maintenance is required.
Varta Ultra Dynamic. A very reliable and durable German gel battery that fully meets the requirements of leading automakers. This model is often used in the conveyor assembly of cars manufactured by Kia, Toyota, Volkswagen, etc. Among the advantages are a good starting current, a high level of reliability and long-term operation. The downside is the possible loss of power under the condition of low temperature.
Optima Yellow top. A US company has introduced the most advanced technology in the creation of gel batteries. The spiral stacking of the plates made it possible to create compact batteries with characteristic cylindrical banks. The device quickly delivers current with increased power, which is perfect for fans of powerful car audio systems. If you are ready to pay almost 20 thousand rubles for a battery, you are unlikely to be disappointed in your choice.

Whether to spend that kind of money on a gel battery or not is up to each car owner personally. But if you have a fairly expensive car with a high level of power consumption and embedded electronics, you should definitely take an AGM or gel-based battery. Conventional lead-acid models are unlikely to be able to cope with the tasks.

The best choice for VAZ cars

It is not at all necessary to spend a lot of money and argue about which is better, a Bosch or Varta battery, paying impressive amounts for them.

For domestic cars, more budgetary, but rather hardy and durable batteries are perfect. No one forbids purchasing products from Topla or Mutlu, since they are recognized favorites and.

You can argue endlessly about which battery is better, comparing Bosch and Wart models, or products from other leading brands. But in fact, this is not so important for owners of inexpensive domestic cars. The main thing for them is to get a good quality battery at the maximum.

It is worth highlighting several popular models from lesser-known manufacturers, whose batteries have managed to prove themselves well, and are a worthy choice in terms of price-quality ratio in relation to Russian-made cars.

Timberg Power 60. It has a high starting current and an affordable price in the region of 2.5 thousand rubles.
Tornado 55. A product of a Russian manufacturer with a similar price tag. Highly appreciated by consumers for its performance characteristics and resistance to low temperatures.
Beast ST55. Excellent value for money. At a cost of about 4.5 thousand rubles, this battery has a stylish design and good performance. The stability of the work is not always exemplary, but for the money this is an expected problem.
Titan Euro Silver 61. The most reliable model in the rating of batteries designed for domestic cars. The American company Exide is directly involved in the production. The battery feels great in extreme conditions and at low temperatures.

It is important to understand that there will always be disputes around car batteries from different manufacturers and brands about who offers better products and modern developments. Until now, disputes about which battery would be better to use have not subsided when manufacturers such as Akom and Tyumen, Varta and Bosch, Topla or Mutlu are represented.

All have their strengths and weaknesses. And even when the battery has potentially better performance and wide operational capabilities, this does not guarantee that this particular model will be the best and most correct solution for your vehicle.

Ratings act only as an auxiliary tool, somewhat facilitating and simplifying the choice. But first, look at the requirements of the automaker and your vehicle's energy consumption level. Saving on batteries is strongly discouraged. Buy high quality devices from trusted manufacturers. Plus, do not forget about the actual problem of the existence of fakes, when under the guise of an expensive and reliable battery, you can purchase a low-grade and unstable battery.

It’s even somehow embarrassing to talk about amps, coulombs and degrees, if the mass consumer chooses what is cheaper. On the other hand, budget products often lack quality and savings can cost a pretty penny... This time we decided to focus on inexpensive batteries.

Are batteries cheaper?

At first, the search for the most inexpensive batteries of the most popular dimension 242x175x190 mm gave a modest result - only five products priced from 2610 rubles for a Podolsk battery to 3002 rubles for a Tyumen one. Not enough for a full review. They raised the price bar to 3,500 rubles - six more batteries were added. But what about without high-profile foreign names - Varta, Bosch, Mutlu? In addition, domestic batteries close to them in price were left behind - for example, AkTeh. Along the way, it turned out that some oriental brands did not set “crisis” prices for their products at all: the most expensive battery was not Bosch at all, but the Korean Solite for as much as 5,000 rubles!

As a result, we scored two dozen batteries. Let's see how price is related to amp-hours and coulombs.

The purchase was carried out in a retail network in April - May 2016. The research results refer only to this sample and cannot serve as a basis for evaluating all products of a particular brand.

And so it will do for the Driving Test 2016?

Run through the first columns of the table, which shows the reserve capacity of brand new batteries. In parentheses, we give the actual "volume" of electricity that the buyer pays for. By analogy with refueling: you ask to fill a full tank, and the tanker splashed only on the bottom. But there is a difference: a “mistake” of a gas station will not lead to anything terrible, but a discharged battery, as the pros say, “sours”. Often this is irreversible: it loses its capacity and loses its efficiency. We were ready for this, so before the start of the tests, as usual, we charged all the batteries to capacity. And you need to do this before you put the battery on the car.

Now about the "overpayments" for the brand. The miracle did not happen: all the little-known batteries accumulated together at the bottom of the table. The most annoying thing is that the prices for many of them are not cheap at all. And the first half of the table was filled with familiar names - we advise you to focus on them.

MAIN CRITERIA FOR ASSESSING THE QUALITY OF BATTERIES

Reserve capacity. Shows how long the car will last with all the energy consumers (headlights, windshield wipers, ventilation system) on, if the generator has deteriorated. Measured in minutes. The higher the score, the better.

Reduced starting energy with declared current. Characterizes the energy of the battery in the starting mode. It is measured in kilojoules. The higher the score, the better.

Reduced starting energy with a single current at -18 and -29 ° С. Allows you to compare the current characteristics of all batteries under the same conditions, regardless of their passport data. Simply put, the higher the energy, the more attempts to confidently start the motor, ceteris paribus, in reserve. It is measured in kilojoules. The higher the score, the better.

Receiving a charge at a constant external voltage. Indicates the ability of the battery to recover from a deep discharge.

In practice, a battery that accepts a charge better than others will charge faster when traveling. All batteries passed the test.

Note. Technical measurements were carried out by specialists from the NIITs AT 3 of the Central Research Institute of the Ministry of Defense of Russia. The test results refer to a specific sample of batteries and cannot be used as a characteristic of all products of the same name as a whole.

All batteries in place

To identify leaders and outsiders, we have introduced a point system. In each type of test, the best and worst results were taken and assigned to them, respectively, five points (maximum) and one point (minimum). Each of the other participants received an intermediate score proportional to their position between the leader and the outsider. For example, if when measuring the reserve capacity, the leader showed the result of 112 minutes, and the outsider - 78, then the participant with the result of 87 minutes gets 2.06 points. If the battery fails in one or another type of test, it receives 0 points.

Out of competition in our tests were Tyumen Battery Premium and Varta Blue Dynamic batteries. Taking into account the much more attractive price, the “Siberian woman” has risen to the top. If we did not take prices into account, Varta would be the first. However, the “foreigner” has one more paradoxical advantage over the Russian battery: it is easier to find it on sale. It sounds illogical, but it is true, and not only in Moscow.

A car battery is a key point in the on-board electrical circuit of a car. Its task is to provide, together with the generator, power to all electrical equipment of the car. The functions of car batteries are as follows:

Voltage supply when the starter is turned on.
On-board circuit power supply when the engine is turned off.
Power supply of electrical equipment together with the generator when the engine is running.

When the engine is running, the battery increases the stability of the electrical circuit by an order of magnitude - it smooths out the current ripple, which saves the equipment from overloads.

Principle of operation

The principle of operation of a battery on a car looks simple - an electric current is produced due to a chemical reaction taking place in it. In turn, the operation of the engine drives a generator, the rotation of which leads to the formation of mechanical energy - it converts it into electrical energy and sends it to the battery, where it is stored or "accumulated" until it is needed.

If your car refuses to start, most of the time it's because of a dead battery.

The battery for the car has two poles - positive and negative. They are connected through the battery terminals to the on-board circuit on the car and, in addition to the starter, provide the following services:

Wipers.
Audio system.
Headlights.
Air conditioner.
On-board computer, etc..

Batteries for passenger cars differ in characteristics from trucks. This is due to the fact that the operating conditions for a truck and for a car are different - large cars consume more electricity, they need high-power devices that can work in the low temperature range.

Regular power supply of all elements of the system is the key to the successful operation of the vehicle

The need to buy a battery for a car arises when the old one is out of order - you often have to remove it to recharge it, and it is awkward and troublesome to ask people to “light it up”. This means that the service life for the battery has ended and it's time to think about purchasing a new one.

Buying a new device can also be caused by the fact that you installed new electrical equipment on the car and the old battery can no longer cope with its power. And at this moment you are thinking about how to choose a battery for a car, which brand of battery is better in terms of reliability and durability, study prices and reviews.

Causes of Discharging Batteries

Characteristics

To determine which batteries are suitable for your type of vehicle, you will have to evaluate a number of characteristics. Before choosing by reviews and by brand, decide on the parameters that are needed for your car.

Batteries for cars and trucks are characterized by the following characteristics:

The rated capacity is the ability of the device to continuously supply energy during 20 hours of operation. To determine it, the battery is continuously discharged at a temperature of 25 0 C - this characteristic is indicated on the battery label.
Reserve capacity is the battery's ability to continuously supply power when the generator is not running.
Starting power is the maximum output power that a battery can provide for thirty seconds at a temperature of -18 0 C. In the European classification, the time interval is not thirty, but ten seconds.
Polarity - the location of the terminals on the battery case. Given that car power cables can be short, it is important which terminals you choose for it.
Weight of the device.
Dimensions.

If you have a diesel car, this is almost a key criterion when choosing a new power source.

After evaluating the characteristics, you initially determine which battery is suitable for your car, and which options you should definitely refuse. After that, choose the best battery for your car among those whose characteristics suit you.

Battery types

Depending on the design, batteries are divided into three groups:

Lead acid- the simplest and oldest variety. The design of such a battery consists of six vessels filled with a solution of sulfuric acid. Lead plates are placed in this solution. The operation of the device is based on the interaction of lead with sulfuric acid. During discharge, a reduction reaction occurs at the cathode, and during charging, an oxidative reaction occurs at the anode.

The advantages of this variety include low cost and the ability to restore a failed unit by replacing the electrolyte. Some brands of lead-acid type batteries do not allow recovery - the corks in the banks do not turn out. They cope with an excess charge, however, when overdischarged, capacity is lost due to the destruction of the plates.

Gel- they have a principle of operation and design similar to those used in lead-acid devices. The difference is that silicon compounds are added to the acid, as a result of which it thickens and turns into a gel. Gel batteries, as a more modern type of battery, are better - they are airtight and can be tilted at any angle. Gel devices do not lose their performance when overdischarged, but they are capricious under charging conditions.

A feature of such batteries can also be called a spiral layout, which provides a minimum self-discharge rate combined with minimal wear with frequent repetition of recharge cycles.

The advantages of gel batteries include the fact that they do not require maintenance work. In case of loss of tightness or damage to the case, you can not be afraid of electrolyte leakage. The cost of such batteries is the highest.

AGM- This is a combination of the two previous designs, in which a filler of fiberglass or other similar material is impregnated with electrolyte and placed between the plates. The advantages include the permission to work when tilted at an angle and resistance to vibrations. However, carelessness with the boundaries of charging and discharging leads to failure.

Comparative analysis of different types of batteries

Motorists sometimes have a question about which battery is better for installation on a car - lead-acid, gel or AGM. Each of these types has disadvantages and advantages, so it is impossible to unequivocally determine which is better.

The concept of "the best battery" in nature does not exist. If we talk about which one to choose for a particular car, stop at the optimal solution, which consists in a competent balance of selection criteria.

If you are the owner of an old car, it makes no sense for you to spend money on an expensive purchase. It would be better for an “aged” car to purchase a lead-acid type unit. It will be inexpensive and will faithfully perform its task, provided that you use it correctly and provide timely prevention.

If you have a modern car model, it is better to choose either gel or AGM. Which one is best for your car is up to you.

Advantages of AGM:

Sealed construction and valve adjustment, no danger of acid leakage and corrosion.
Safe operation - no danger of explosion or release of toxic substances.
Large discharge size.
Stability and resistance to low temperatures.
Short recharging time.
High vibration resistance.

Diagram of an AGM battery

Advantages of the gel structure:

The electrolyte does not leak.
Vibration resistant.
Durability and reliability - the electrolyte does not decompose, the plates do not collapse after some time of operation.
Stability in the temperature range from -35 0 С to +55 0 С.
Short-term recharging is allowed.
Durability - Gel devices last twice as long as others.
There is no electrolyte evaporation.
Stability in conditions of high humidity.
Works the same in both starter and cranking modes.

Gel battery device

Now let's talk about the shortcomings of each design - even the best products cannot do without them.

If you are driving a luxury foreign car, then the battery must keep the brand.

Let's start with AGM batteries:

A small amount of electrolyte causes extreme sensitivity to exceeding the charge limit.

Gel constructions have the following disadvantages:

The load characteristics of gel structures are lower than those of other types.
Serious requirements are put forward for voltage stability during recharging.

If we compare quantitatively and qualitatively the advantages and disadvantages of these structures, we conclude that the best in terms of characteristics is the gel one. However, the high cost of the gel group makes it not accessible to everyone. In addition, when it comes to the question of what is better to choose for a given car, the best batteries are not always the best option - sometimes just good performance is enough. Do not buy the best battery for a lot of money - get a design that will fully perform its task in the given conditions.

Most European and American vehicles are equipped with straight polarity batteries.

Gel constructions- the best, but also the most expensive. Their price for most is an obstacle. Therefore, motorists choose them as an element of tuning.
AGM designs- they are inferior in characteristics to gel ones, but drivers more often choose them because of the affordable price.
Lead Acid Constructions- these are good "workhorses" that are cheaper than gel and AGM, but are losing demand due to outdated design and a large list of shortcomings.

Overview of the best batteries for cars

Finally, let's see the rating of batteries for a car in 2019 - which brand is trusted by consumers, and which company leads the top of the best battery manufacturers. This battery rating for cars 2019 will help you figure out which one is better to buy for your car. At the same time, do not forget about the value of the characteristics of the device - nominal and reserve capacity, starting power and which terminals will be suitable for your car.

Battery in the context

The top 10 is headed by the most popular battery brand of 2019 - the German company Bosch. Manufacturers from Germany
Bosch rarely disappoint consumers - they were on top this time too. Among the advantages of their products are increased capacity, a decrease in the self-discharge rate, starting at -30 0 C, and the ability to recover after overdischarging. In addition, the company also thought about the environmental criteria - the level of electrolyte evaporation is reduced here. Among the shortcomings, we note the failure in the event of a malfunction in the circuit - a faulty generator can become the cause of the breakdown.

Bosch batteries

Topla battery

Tudor- products from this manufacturer are popular because they have proven themselves to be reliable and easy to use. The composition of the plates includes calcium, which increases their strength - they crumble less and suffer from corrosion. Tudor battery life is 4 - 5 years, and start-up is carried out at temperatures below -30 0 C. Tudor batteries have an optimal balance of price and quality.

TUDOR battery

Aktex- is considered the best among inexpensive options. It tolerates deep discharge well, self-discharge is minimized, and the performance is quite high. However, starting the engine in frost -30 0 C does not guarantee such a product.

Automotive Aktekh

Vortex- it has high current characteristics, works stably in the cold, provides increased power and makes it possible to carry out resuscitation in the event of a deep discharge. It has a reliable fire protection system - special filters are installed in it for this. Its quality fully justifies the cost, which belongs to the middle category.

Battery Vortex

Optima- the brainchild of American manufacturers, which is known for good stability at low temperatures. Rechargeable batteries Optima pleased with their good protection against self-discharge, wear resistance, resistance to mechanical stress. However, this type of device, according to experts, is overpriced.

Batteries

Exide- offers batteries to work in cars with high power consumption. battery Exide have a power that is 30% higher than that of analogues, and improved performance. However, experts say that during testing, this type showed itself unsatisfactorily when starting the engine at low temperatures.

Exide Battery

Banner- an option from Austrian manufacturers, it is highly reliable. battery Banner they are not afraid of a deep discharge and are even able to start the engine at the same time. Provide high power and are recommended for use in machines with high power requirements. Also differ in stability and non-failure operation at the work in low temperatures.

Banner Battery

The parade of leaders closes with the Deka series- It features good overdischarge capability, performance and reliability. However, according to experts, the cost of products of this brand is somewhat overstated.

Deka battery

Conclusion

Someone said that if the motor can be called the heart of the car, then the battery may well claim to be the nerve center. Without this important element, the car turns into an expensive pile of metal - this sufficiently characterizes the position that the battery occupies in the design of the car.