What is a DIN Battery?
A DIN battery refers to a lead-acid automotive battery that follows Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN) standards. These batteries are primarily used in European vehicles and some Asian models, as they adhere to specific size, terminal layout, and performance criteria set by German industry regulations.
DIN batteries are designed to handle the higher power demands of modern cars equipped with start-stop technology, electronic control systems, and energy-intensive accessories.
DIN Battery vs. Normal Battery – What’s the Difference?
DIN batteries differ from conventional JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard) or BCI (Battery Council International) batteries in several ways:
Feature |
DIN Battery |
Normal Battery (JIS/BCI) |
Standard |
German (DIN) |
Japanese (JIS) / American (BCI) |
Size & Dimensions |
Designed for European cars |
Varies by region and car type |
Terminal Layout |
Specific terminal positions for European cars |
Different layouts for Asian/American models |
Performance |
Optimized for high-drain electronics & start-stop systems |
Suitable for conventional ignition systems |
Common Applications |
European brands like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen |
American and Japanese cars |
DIN batteries are preferred for European cars because they fit the battery tray precisely and provide stable, long-lasting power for modern electrical systems.
DIN Battery Sizes – How to Choose the Right One?
DIN batteries come in various sizes, usually classified by codes such as H5, H6, H7, H8, H9, with specific dimensions and capacities.
Common DIN battery sizes and their applications:
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H5 (L2) – Compact vehicles (VW Golf, Audi A3)
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H6 (L3) – Mid-size cars (Mercedes C-Class, BMW 3 Series)
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H7 (L4) – Large sedans, SUVs (Audi A6, Porsche Cayenne)
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H8 (L5) – High-performance/luxury vehicles (BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class)
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H9 – Heavy-duty applications (Trucks, commercial vehicles)
Before purchasing a DIN MF (Maintenance-Free) Battery, always check your car’s manual or consult a battery expert to ensure a perfect fit.
DIN battery size chart
DIN GROUP NO. |
CATALOGUE NO. |
CASE MODEL |
DIMENSION(MM) |
LAYOUT |
TERMINAL |
HOLD-DOWN |
L*W*H |
TH |
LB1 |
CMF53646 |
54017 S |
205*175*175 |
175 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF54321 |
54017 S |
205*175*175 |
175 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
L1 |
CMF54017 |
54017 |
205*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF54434 |
54017 |
205*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF54459 |
54017 |
205*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF54464 |
54017 |
205*175*190 |
190 |
1 |
A |
B13 |
LB2 |
CMF54519 |
55519 |
242*175*175 |
175 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF55046 |
55519 |
242*175*175 |
175 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF55457 |
55519 |
242*175*175 |
175 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF55427 |
55519 |
242*175*175 |
175 |
0 |
4F |
B13 |
CMF55459 |
55519 |
242*175*175 |
175 |
1 |
A |
B13 |
CMF55429 |
55519 |
242*175*175 |
175 |
1 |
4F |
B13 |
CMF56077 |
55519 |
242*175*175 |
175 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
L2 |
CMF55559 |
L2-400 |
242*174*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF55565 |
DIN60MF |
242*174*190 |
190 |
1 |
A |
B13 |
CMF56019 |
L2-400 |
242*174*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF56020 |
L2-400 |
242*174*190 |
190 |
1 |
A |
B13 |
CMF56219 |
L2-400 |
242*174*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF56220 |
L2-400 |
242*174*190 |
190 |
0 |
4F |
B13 |
LB3 |
CMF55415 |
T6 |
277*174*174 |
174 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF56318 |
T6 |
277*174*174 |
174 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF56420 |
T6 |
277*174*174 |
174 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF56821 |
T6 |
277*174*174 |
174 |
1 |
A |
B13 |
CMF57113 |
T6 |
277*174*174 |
174 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF57117 |
T6 |
277*174*174 |
174 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
L3 |
CMF56618 |
W70 |
276*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF56619 |
W70 |
276*175*190 |
190 |
1 |
A |
B13 |
CMF56638 |
W70 |
276*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF56633 |
W70 |
276*175*190 |
190 |
1 |
A |
B13 |
CMF57069 |
DIN78MF |
276*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF57218 |
W70 |
276*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF57219 |
W70 |
276*175*190 |
190 |
1 |
A |
B13 |
CMF57220 |
W70 |
276*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF57412 |
W70 |
276*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF57413 |
W70 |
276*175*190 |
190 |
1 |
A |
B13 |
L4 |
CMF58014 |
58043 |
315*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
DIN85MF |
58043 |
315*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
LB5 |
CMF58515 |
W88S |
351*175*175 |
175 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
L5 |
DIN100MF |
W88 |
351*175*190 |
190 |
1 |
A |
B13 |
CMF58827 |
W88 |
351*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF59218 |
W88 |
351*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF60038 |
W88 |
351*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
CMF60044 |
W88 |
351*175*190 |
190 |
0 |
A |
B13 |
D4 |
CMF61017 |
120CMF |
503*183*203 |
225 |
3 |
A |
– |
CMF62034 |
120CMF |
503*183*203 |
225 |
3 |
A |
– |
CMF63530 |
120CMF |
503*183*203 |
225 |
3 |
A |
– |
D5 |
CMF64317 |
W150 |
508*211*193 |
220 |
3 |
A |
– |
CMF65017 |
W150 |
508*211*193 |
220 |
3 |
A |
– |
CMF66514 |
W150 |
508*211*193 |
220 |
3 |
A |
– |
CMF68034 |
W150 |
508*211*193 |
220 |
3 |
A |
– |