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title: "2012 Ford Fusion Battery: Group 96R, 590 CCA"
description: "The 2012 Ford Fusion uses a BCI group 96R battery rated at 590 cold cranking amps. Fitment, replacement notes, and what to check before you buy."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/battery"
updated: "2026-08-21"
---

# 2012 Ford Fusion Battery Size (BCI Group and CCA)

The 2012 Ford Fusion uses a BCI group 96R battery rated at 590 cold cranking amps. Fitment, replacement notes, and what to check before you buy.

**Quick answer**: The 2012 Ford Fusion uses a Group 96R battery, 590 CCA.

## 2012 Ford Fusion battery specifications (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| BCI group size | 96R |
| Cold cranking amps | 590 CCA |
| Battery type | FLOODED |
| AGM required | No |
| Location | Engine bay, driver side |

Note: 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).

## 2.5L Hybrid (Atkinson-cycle I4 + eCVT) battery (Check your manual)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| BCI group size | Separate 12V auxiliary battery (trunk-mounted on most hybrid sedans of this era) |
| Battery type | AGM |

Note: The high-voltage NiMH hybrid pack is a separate component; exact 12V group size/CCA for the 2012 Fusion Hybrid was not independently confirmed, verify against the underhood/trunk battery label before buying a replacement.

## 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.

- [2012 Fusion](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012)

## What changed during the 2012 Ford Fusion

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2012 | Final model year of the original 2006-body Fusion before the all-new CD4 redesign for 2013. |

## 2012 Ford Fusion battery: common questions

### 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).

## Sources

- [Wikipedia, Ford Fusion (Americas), first-generation 2010 refresh engine table](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Fusion_(Americas))
- [Motor Trend, 2012 Ford Fusion Expert Review (engine lineup, MPG)](https://www.motortrend.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012)
- [Edmunds, Used 2012 Ford Fusion Specs & Features](https://www.edmunds.com/ford/fusion/2012/features-specs/)
- [AMSOIL lookup, 2012 Ford Fusion 2.5L/3.0L/3.5L oil capacity & viscosity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2012/ford/fusion/)
- [NHTSA recall 15V-340, power steering control module](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2015/RCLRPT-15V340-7526.PDF)
- [AutoZone / WiperBladesUSA, 2012 Ford Fusion wiper blade sizes](https://www.autozone.com/ignition-tune-up-and-routine-maintenance/wiper-blade-windshield/ford/fusion/2012)
- [OEM Parts Online, Motorcraft FP-67 cabin air filter (2010-2012 Fusion/Milan/MKZ)](https://ford.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/ford-motorcraft-cabin-air-filter-fp67)
- [AutoZone, 2012 Ford Fusion battery (Group 96R)](https://www.autozone.com/batteries-starting-and-charging/battery/ford/fusion/2012)

## Other Ford Fusion generations

- [2013-2020 Ford Fusion battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2013-2020/battery)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/battery).

## More for the 2012 Ford Fusion

- [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/oil)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/wipers)
- [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/filters)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/fusion/2012/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.