2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra Battery Size (BCI Group and CCA)

Which Hyundai Elantra model years does this cover?

These battery specifications apply to every Hyundai Elantra built from 2012 through 2016 — the MD/UD (5th generation), compact sedan (also sold as coupe 2013–2014 and gt 5-door hatchback through 2016 on the related ud platform). 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 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra

• 2012MD generation launch (sedan only)
• 2013Elantra Coupe and Elantra GT (UD platform hatchback) join the lineup with the 2.0L Nu GDI available; Elantra Sport sedan trim added
• 2014Facelift: revised front/rear fascias, new wheel designs
• 2015–2016Sedan carries over largely unchanged in its final two years before the AD redesign; GT hatchback continues into 2017 on the related UD platform after the sedan moves to AD

What size battery does a 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra take?

BCI group 35, rated at 500 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 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra need?

At least 500 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 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra 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 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra?

Engine bay, driver side.

Does a 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra need the battery registered after replacement?

Factory-fit is a Group 35 flooded battery rated roughly 500–525 CCA; replacements in the 550–650 CCA range are common upgrades.