How to choose a battery for Hyundai Solaris?

Hyundai Solaris is a popular car model in Russia. It sells well, as can be seen from the statistics, and is not surprising, since it has excellent characteristics in the price-quality ratio. And there is always a demand for it in the secondary market, due to the availability of spare parts.

But, if it is necessary to replace the battery, sellers in a car dealership cannot always suggest a worthy analogue, despite the popularity of the “Korean”. The article will talk about what kind of battery is in the Hyundai Solaris, how to replace it and what to consider when choosing an analogue.

What kind of battery does the Hyundai Solaris have from the factory?

New machines coming off the assembly line are equipped with standard DELKOR65D23L/75D23L batteries

When choosing a new battery, motorists are faced with a problem - a lack of data on the technical and operational characteristics of the device. New machines coming off the production line are equipped with standard DELKOR65D23L/75D23L batteries with the following parameters:

capacity – 60 A/h;
starting current – 550 A;
polarity – reverse;
dimensions – 232 x 173 x 225 (including terminals);
body – Asian;
fastening - front and back (no side protrusions).

The original battery that is installed on the Solaris is of high quality from the factory and, if you follow the rules of its operation, will last at least 3 years without any problems.

If the battery you are replacing has the same markings, it is suitable. If not, you need to study the characteristics.

Selection options

When choosing a battery for Hyundai Solaris, you should consider the following parameters:

Analyze the condition of the battery by assessing its appearance. There should be no dents, scratches or cracks in the body.
Batteries have different polarities. Therefore, you need to take into account the location of the negative and positive terminals. If the poles are reversed, there may not be enough wires to connect. Hyundai Solaris is equipped with Asian-type batteries with reverse polarity.
On Hyundai Solaris, the factory battery has a capacity of 60 A/h, 65 A/h is allowed. When choosing a capacity, it is necessary to take into account the technical characteristics of the generator. Undercharging or overcharging the battery can damage it. Therefore, the battery must match the generator, which supplies power to the electrical equipment of the car.
An important parameter is the starting current, measured in amperes. Its value is important when starting a car: the higher it is, the faster the car will start. This is especially important in frosty weather. The starting current of the battery for Hyundai Solaris is 500-600 A.

When choosing a new battery, you should measure the dimensions of the old one, otherwise the new device may not fit into its normal place. The Hyundai Solaris battery has dimensions: 230×175×205 mm.

You need to pay attention to the date of manufacture. Batteries have a service life of 3 to 5 years. Therefore, a newer device will last longer. For a car battery, the service life begins from the date of its manufacture, and not from the moment of installation in the car.

Rechargeable batteries can be of two types: serviced and maintenance-free. Hyundai Solaris is equipped with a maintenance-free type from the factory.

When purchasing, you must require the presentation of a quality certificate and guarantee, which will protect you from purchasing a low-quality product.

Rules for selecting a battery for Hyundai Solaris

Sometimes a car enthusiast finds the right battery, but it turns out that the battery does not fit into the dimensions

One of the features of a standard battery is that it has fastenings on the front and back, and not on the sides. If you know the physical and mechanical properties of the battery you are looking for, it is not difficult to find a replacement. Selection rules:

the device must correspond to the dimensions and seating position in the car;
take into account the polarity and how the positive terminal is placed;
required capacity – 52 – 65 A/h;
starting current value is no more than 550 A.

Sometimes a car enthusiast finds the right battery with suitable characteristics, but it turns out that the battery does not fit into the dimensions. Often in such a situation, the fasteners are filed with a file, but this voids the warranty on the device.

Housing and mounting features

IMPORTANT . Remember that not just any battery with an Asian type of case can be installed on Solaris, even if it has similar dimensions.

Pay attention to the presence of a lower side. The Solaris battery is fixed with it, just 1 bolt with a clamp. There will be no side - you simply will not be able to fix the battery.

AND REMEMBER that not all Asian counterparts with similar sizes have this side. For example, most Varta and Bosh models do not have it.

Another feature of the Asian version is the elevation of the terminals above the body (in the European version they are located, as it were, in niches). The diameter of the positive terminal is 12.7 mm, the negative terminal is 11.1 mm.

Capacity and starting current. Possible limits of discrepancy with the standard battery

When choosing a Hyundai Solaris battery, you can choose a battery with a capacity and starting current slightly different from the values of the factory battery.

The manufacturer allows the installation of products with a starting current of 500-600 A (the higher it is, the easier it is to start the engine). As for the capacity, you can take a model where it will be higher than the “standard” one (up to 65 Ah is allowed - there is no point in taking more). But you shouldn’t buy a battery with a smaller capacity. It will discharge faster and, for example, in winter it may give you an unpleasant surprise.

Which battery is better

There are many companies on the market, both domestic and foreign, that produce analogues of “native” batteries, sometimes with superior performance characteristics.

Selection options

Battery life is 3-5 years

In order not to make a mistake when purchasing, you need to take into account a number of nuances:

The appearance of the battery will say a lot. The case must be intact, without cracks or damage, such as scratches;
The polarity of the batteries varies. It’s better to immediately see how the plus and minus terminals are located on the “native” device. The Solaris power supply is made with an Asian housing, where the polarity is reversed;
The capacity of the factory battery is 60 A/h. The maximum value for replacement is 65 A/h. Here they start from the parameters of the generator. If the battery is constantly undercharged or overcharged, this will negatively affect its condition and it will quickly fail;
starting current. The higher the value, the better the engine starts. This is especially noticeable at sub-zero temperatures. For Solaris this is 500 - 600 A;
take into account the dimensions, otherwise the new battery simply will not fit into the seat;
The date of manufacture is important. Battery life is 3 – 5 years. Moreover, the report starts from the release date, and not after installation under the hood;
There are 2 types of batteries: serviced and maintenance-free. Hyundai Solaris comes second;
To ensure the quality of the product you are purchasing, you should ask the seller for certificates and a guarantee.

It would be good if, when purchasing a new power source, it would be possible to measure the density of the electrolyte and check the charging.

Popular options

ZORG 75D23L

In addition to the “native” battery, there are many analogues for the 2013 Solaris from domestic and foreign manufacturers. Features and prices vary. Well-known companies include: Varta, Bosch, Solite, Absolut, Swed, Zorg, Medalist and others. Suitable replacements:

MEDALIST 75D23L. Country of origin: Korea. The dimensions of this battery are 3 mm larger than the stock one. The starting current is 580 A, capacity is 65 A/h. This is enough to get you started even in the harsh winter. The power supply is maintenance-free; there are mostly positive reviews about it online;
ZORG 75D23L. Also from South Korea, but more expensive compared to the previous one;
Tyumen Battery Asia (6CT-60L). Lead-acid battery produced by a Russian manufacturer. The seat size is suitable for Solaris, while being accessible;
Bosch 60 Ah S4 Manufactured in the Czech Republic. The product has a 2-year warranty;
Westa 65D23L. Manufacturer – South Korea. Warranty – 3 years;
Mutlu Mega 55D23FL. Manufacturer – Türkiye. Warranty – 2 years;
Exide Premium 65R. Manufactured in Poland;
Storm Asia 60R. Also from Poland;
Solite 75D23L. Manufacturer – Sungwoo Automotive, country – South Korea;
Tab Polar S 60R D23. Manufacturer – Slovenia. The battery is expensive, but it comes with a 4-year warranty;
Moratti Asia 65RD23L. Country: Macedonia. Warranty – 4 years.

There is plenty to choose from, the main thing is to take into account the operational parameters.

Options for replacing the standard battery

The range of batteries that can be installed on HYUNDAI SOLARIS includes products from different manufacturers and different price categories. Among the most well-known companies are Bosch, Varta; high-quality batteries are also produced by Energizer, Mutlu, Absolut, Finfrost and Swed. The following optimal options can be identified:

BOSCH 60 Ah S4 024. Excellent battery from a well-known manufacturer, made in the Czech Republic. The model has a two-year factory warranty and very good reviews.
Westa 65D23L. Just like the standard battery, it is produced in South Korea. The manufacturer provides an extended warranty of 36 months for this model, which is quite good.
Mutlu Mega 55D23FL. Model from a famous Turkish battery manufacturer. Factory warranty - 24 months from the date of sale.
Exide Premium 65R. The battery is from the Exide plant (Poland), which is very famous in Europe. The manufacturer guarantees uninterrupted battery operation for 24 months.
Storm Asia 60R. A model from another Polish battery manufacturer - AvtoPart. The standard manufacturer's warranty for this product is 24 months from the date of sale.
Solite 75D23L. This battery is manufactured in South Korea by Sungwoo Automotive. The manufacturer promises that the battery will operate without interruption for at least 24 months from the date of sale.
Tab Polar S 60R D23. Battery from Slovenian company TAB. The battery is by no means cheap, but the manufacturer gives it a warranty that is twice as long as the standard one - a full 48 months.
Moratti Asia 65R D23L. This model is produced in Macedonia. The price for it is also not the lowest, but the warranty on the battery is 48 months from the date of sale.
BANNER Power Bull ASIA (60 62) 60R. Battery from the Austrian company Banner GmbH. The model from a well-known manufacturer has a normal warranty period of 24 months.

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Expert recommendations

If the standard battery fails, this is not a problem - a replacement can easily be found, especially since dozens of batteries with similar characteristics are produced. The main thing is that the power source is intact and not damaged, then it will last the allotted time. The driver decides which replacement option to choose.

A situation often occurs when the analogue battery differs in size from the “native” battery. For example, the terminals are located differently, and the fastenings look different. We solve the problem - remake the seat. But it is a rare car owner who will agree to this, and such an opportunity is not always available.

If we omit the characteristics, then experts recommend taking maintenance-free batteries that are unpretentious - you do not need to monitor the density of the electrolyte.

When installing a new power source, you should make sure that its terminals are in good condition - without oxides. There are cleaning lubricants that should not be neglected - they neutralize current leakage.

The battery is an element of the car, without which it simply will not start. To make it last longer, you should charge it on time and avoid undercharging or overcharging. But even a failed power supply can be replaced with a new one; fortunately, there are many analogues with suitable characteristics, or even superior ones. With good batteries, the car starts easily even in cold winter.

Useful tips

The number of battery models offered by various manufacturers and suitable for installation on a Hyundai Solaris instead of standard ones is dozens. If the battery does not have a manufacturing defect, then any of them is guaranteed to last the specified period. Which model to choose is up to the car owner.

If there are design differences between the old and new batteries in terms of dimensions, mounting locations or terminal locations, redesigning the seat can be quite lengthy, and in some cases, impossible.

All other things being equal, when choosing a battery, you should give preference to maintenance-free battery models. This will eliminate the need for periodic monitoring of the electrolyte density.

When installing and removing the battery, be sure to pay attention to the condition of the battery terminals. It would be a good idea to periodically clean them of oxides and lubricate them with special lubricants. This will avoid current leaks and increase the service life of the battery.