Exide car batteries in Khalifa City
Exide is a good choice in Abu Dhabi for European cars outside the big German makes: Land Rover, Jaguar, Volvo, Peugeot, Renault and Fiat. The company builds batteries for car factories as well as for the replacement market, and its Start-Stop EFB and AGM lines suit modern engines that restart dozens of times a day. Delivery to Khalifa City and fitting at the car are free, day or night.
- 20-35 min arrival
- Upto 24 months warranty
- Free delivery and fitting
Exide battery range
| Range | Type | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Exide Excell | Flooded (maintenance-free) | Standard European and Asian cars without start-stop that need a like-for-like replacement. |
| Exide Premium | Flooded (maintenance-free, higher output) | Diesel engines and well-equipped cars that want more cranking power than the standard battery gives. |
| Exide Start-Stop EFB | EFB | Start-stop Peugeot, Renault and Fiat models with smaller engines. |
| Exide Start-Stop AGM | AGM | Land Rover, Jaguar and Volvo models with start-stop, energy recovery and many electrical consumers. |
What Exide does well
- Made by a company that also supplies batteries to car factories.
- Good spread of DIN sizes for French, Italian, British and Swedish cars.
- The Premium line uses carbon additives that help the battery accept charge faster on short trips.
- EFB and AGM lines built for start-stop duty.
Worth knowing before you choose
- The name is shared with an unrelated Indian company, which causes confusion when comparing batteries online.
- Less common JIS sizes can be easier to source in a Korean or Indian brand.
- As with any AGM, the Start-Stop AGM must be matched to the car and registered where the car requires it.
Exide in Abu Dhabi heat
Exide's flooded lines are sealed calcium designs, so evaporation through a Khalifa City summer is minimal. The AGM line has no free acid at all, and on many Jaguar models it sits in the boot instead of beside the engine. Heat still ages the plates, so a battery that has spent three summers outdoors has usually earned its retirement.
Cars we fit Exide to
We fit Exide most often to Land Rover and Jaguar, which need large AGM batteries and are quick to complain when voltage sags. It also covers Peugeot, Renault and Fiat in the smaller DIN sizes, and Volvo saloons and XC models with start-stop. Some of these cars carry a second auxiliary battery, and we test both before deciding what to replace.
Choose Exide if
- You drive a Land Rover, Jaguar or Volvo and need an AGM replacement.
- Your French or Italian car has start-stop and came with EFB.
- Most of your driving is short trips and you want a battery that recharges quickly.
Look at another brand if
- You want the battery most likely to match a BMW or Mercedes-Benz factory fit. Varta is the usual answer.
- Your Peugeot or Renault size is out of stock in Exide. Tudor is the same battery under a sister name.
Who makes Exide batteries
- Flooded
- EFB
- AGM
Exide Technologies is a European battery manufacturer whose history dates back to 1888, with plants in several European countries. It supplies car makers with original-equipment batteries and sells the same technology to the replacement market. It is a separate company from Exide Industries of India, which shares the name.
Our verdict on Exide
Exide is a dependable European battery and a natural pick for British, French, Italian and Swedish cars. Match the type to what the car was built with and it will do its job quietly.
Exide battery questions
Is the Exide on this page the European or the Indian company?
It is Exide Technologies, the European manufacturer. Exide Industries of India is a separate business that uses the same name. The lines described here, Excell, Premium, Start-Stop EFB and Start-Stop AGM, belong to the European range, and the country of manufacture is printed on the label.
Is Exide or Varta better for a Range Rover?
Both are correct if the size and type match. A Range Rover with start-stop needs a large AGM battery, and Exide and Varta each make one to that specification. We go with whichever is available in the exact capacity.
Does a Land Rover need a reset after the battery is changed?
Yes, on most modern Land Rover and Range Rover models the battery monitoring system should be reset after a new battery goes in. Without it the car may keep charging as if the old battery were still fitted. The technician carries out the reset at your car.
What is the difference between Exide Excell and Exide Premium?
Premium has more cranking power and accepts charge faster than Excell in the same case size. Excell is the standard replacement, while Premium suits diesels, larger engines and cars used mainly for short trips. Neither is meant for start-stop cars.
How long will an Exide battery last in Khalifa City?
Plan on around 2 to 3 years. A car that does a daily motorway commute will treat it better than one that only does the school run. It comes with a warranty of upto 24 months when we fit it.
Order a Exide battery
Tell us the car and share your location. A technician sets off with the right battery, usually arriving in 20-35 minutes.