2012 Ford Fusion Battery Size (BCI Group and CCA)

Which Ford Fusion model years does this cover?

These battery specifications apply to every Ford Fusion built from 2012 through 2012 — the First generation (final model year), mid-size sedan. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012 Ford Fusion

• 2012Final model year of the original 2006-body Fusion before the all-new CD4 redesign for 2013.

What size battery does a 2012 Ford Fusion take?

BCI group 96R, rated at 590 cold cranking amps from the factory. Group size is a physical dimension and terminal-position standard, so a battery from a different group may not clamp down or may put the terminals on the wrong side.

How many CCA does a 2012 Ford Fusion need?

At least 590 CCA. Going higher is harmless and helps in cold climates; going lower is how a vehicle that started fine in October stops starting in January.

Does the 2012 Ford Fusion need an AGM battery?

The factory battery is a conventional flooded type. AGM is a valid upgrade, but never downgrade from AGM to flooded.

Where is the battery on a 2012 Ford Fusion?

Engine bay, driver side.

Does a 2012 Ford Fusion need the battery registered after replacement?

Factory-style Motorcraft replacement is BXT96R500 (500 CCA); aftermarket Group 96R batteries commonly range 590-700 CCA. Hybrid models use a separate battery for the 12V system (see hybrid engine entry).