7 best batteries for winter

With the arrival of winter in the car all weak knots and mechanisms are detected. When there is a problem with starting the engine, first of all the suspicion falls on the dead battery. Sometimes it is possible to solve the problem by recharging the battery, but often you have to purchase a new current source. Before you go to the auto shop, you should listen to the recommendations of our experts.

How to choose a battery for winter

1. Determination of the required capacity. There is a wide range of car batteries for sale, even one manufacturer has a whole line of different models. It is necessary to select the battery by capacity taking into account the recommendations of the automaker. To buy a more powerful (as well as a weak) current source should not be, since the generator will not be able to fully restore the battery during driving. For gasoline small car suitable battery capacity of 40-60 Ah.
2. Starting current. The most important characteristic of the battery for owners of diesel cars is the starting current. This is due to the fact that to scroll the starter and ignition of diesel fuel requires more effort. If for an average gasoline passenger car there is enough starting current of 300-400 A (according to SAE), then the same machine with a diesel unit must be equipped with a battery with a starting current of 600-800 A.
3. Battery type. Today on the market you can find several types of batteries.
4. Lead batteries Classic type have a black case, which is filled with a special resin on top. Such current sources not only can be recharged and check the density of the electrolyte, but also change the failed banks. Today, such batteries are not in high demand, since their service life is small, and modern motorists rarely resort to repair.
5. Low maintenance models differ in the translucent plastic case. They have filler holes that are closed with traffic jams. Such batteries can be recharged, if necessary, check the density of the electrolyte. All connections between the plates and cans are inside the case. Low-maintenance batteries are popular with Russian motorists for the best combination of price and quality.
6. Maintenance Free Batteries do not have a filling hole, so the battery can be checked only with the help of special diagnostic devices. For communication with the atmosphere there is one hole, many batteries are equipped with a control eye. Such models are considered the most modern, but their cost is higher than that of classic or low-maintenance models.

We have selected 7 best batteries for winter in our review. All of them are widely represented in Russian auto shops. In compiling the rating, the opinion of the expert community and feedback from domestic motorists was taken into account.

Top battery rating for winter

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Top battery rating for winter	1	Topla AGM Stop & Go	7 000 ₽
	2	Varta Blue Dynamic	4 960 ₽
	3	OPTIMA 75 YELLOW TOP	18 900 ₽
	4	TAB Polar	5 200 ₽
	5	BOSCH S5 001 (52R)	4 800 ₽
	6	Mutlu Silver Calcium	4 500 ₽
	7	EXIDE Premium EA770 (77R)	4 600 ₽

Topla AGM Stop & Go

Rating: 4.9

Experts recommend car owners who have been using the vehicle in urban environments all winter, to look at the Slovenian battery Topla AGM Stop & Go. At first glance, a high price may cause bewilderment for inexperienced car enthusiasts. This is not a BOSCH or OPTIMA to lay out a round sum of money. But the invested money is more than worth the long, trouble-free operation. Even experts are surprised at the vitality of the model. Frequent start-up of the motor does not adversely affect the condition of the battery, with a good battery generator, it quickly restores lost capacity. High quality is confirmed by a 3-year warranty from the manufacturer.

Motorists are satisfied with the battery, and the price for the AGM model is justified. Therefore, the battery becomes the winner of our rating.

Varta Blue Dynamic

Rating: 4.8

A great combination of quality and price has a German battery Varta Blue Dynamic. The current source is characterized by high starting energy, which is appreciated by the owners of cars with diesel engines. The model successfully passed various tests and tests that were conducted by reputable auto experts and periodicals. And in our rating, the battery ranked high second, losing to the winner in durability. Fast enough, the battery recovers capacity, but in winter you have to use a stationary charger.

Domestic motorists are accustomed to trusting the quality of Varta, expecting miracles from a battery. Therefore, there are negative reviews, in which owners complain of a short service life. At the same time forget about the need for periodic maintenance.

OPTIMA 75 YELLOW TOP

Rating: 4.7

The most expensive car batteries today are OPTIMA gel batteries. Model 75 YELLOW TOP is a role model in terms of innovation. The American manufacturer managed to achieve from the battery a record current (975 A) of scrolling in cold weather. Even in severe frost, the current source maintains a large number of engine starts. In addition, the battery provides onboard network with stable electricity, which is important with a large number of devices and options.

Experts put the battery in third place in our ranking. Rising above the model while prevents a very high price and complexity of the service. We'll have to spend extra money on charging the battery with professionals.

TAB Polar 5200

Rating: 4.6

Another battery from Slovenia hit our rating, stopping a step away from the prize troika. The TAB Polar model is designed for a large range of vehicles. In the cold, the battery is capable of starting both a gasoline engine and a diesel engine. Moreover, the stated values ​​of the starting current are confirmed by tests in the harsh conditions of winter. The manufacturer managed to achieve a high starting current due to the thinning of the plates, so their number in the bank increased. The case itself is made of frost-resistant polypropylene. He is not afraid of cold, vibration, acid fumes and exposure to open fire.

Domestic car owners found one drawback in the battery, which did not allow to bypass the leaders. Starting current drops dramatically when restarting a frozen engine.

BOSCH S5 001 (52R)

Rating: 4.5

One of the most popular models for winter from car manufacturers is the BOSCH battery. Most small cars are equipped with S5 001 (52R) batteries. Thanks to the unique technology PowerFrame battery is able to run in the cold and diesel engines. In pursuit of high power and durability, the manufacturer has not forgotten about the safety of the power source. Experts pay attention to the minimum self-discharge of the battery, so an additional charge of the battery on a stationary device is not necessary. Since the model is made in an unattended version, its operation is simple.

Domestic users respond positively about battery quality and its endurance. By cons, they include a long charging time.

Mutlu Silver Calcium

Rating: 4.4

The Turkish Mutlu Silver Calcium battery attracted the attention of experts at an affordable price. He was tested by domestic journalists from the authoritative publication "Driving", having received good reviews from experts. The manufacturer uses a patented technology to create plates of Ca-Ca. Innovative approach allowed to give the battery high performance, reliability, resistance to vibration. High starting current is maintained even in severe frost. It is convenient to monitor the charge level of the car owner through the peephole.

The model falls into our rating for a good combination of price and quality. Among the shortcomings, users note fragile corners of the case, the battery capacity drops when the car is standing in the cold for a long time.

EXIDE Premium EA770 (77R)

Rating: 4.3

Many good reviews can be read on the forums of domestic motorists to the battery EXIDE Premium EA770. Most of all praise deserves the starting current and durability of the battery. The American manufacturer for the European market has established the production of batteries in Spain. The products are given a 2-year warranty, and users report a service life of 5-7 years. The current source properly starts after a frosty night gasoline and diesel engines. Experts explain the steady interest in the model by the Russian car owners at an acceptable price.

As for the shortcomings of the battery, then for a long period of time, the auto will lose capacity. And if you do not recharge the battery on a stationary device, then the service life is reduced to 3 years.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.