2012 Nissan Altima Battery Size (BCI Group and CCA)

Which Nissan Altima model years does this cover?

These battery specifications apply to every Nissan Altima built from 2012 through 2012 — the L32 (4th generation, final year), mid-size sedan (coupe continued separately through 2013). 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 Nissan Altima

• 2012Final year of the L32 sedan (2007–2012 design); the all-new L33 replaced it for 2013. The two-door Altima coupe continued on this platform through 2013.

What size battery does a 2012 Nissan Altima take?

BCI group 35, rated at 550 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 Nissan Altima need?

At least 550 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 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima?

Engine bay, driver side.

Does a 2012 Nissan Altima need the battery registered after replacement?

Factory battery is a flooded Group 35 rated ~550 CCA; retail Group 35 replacements are commonly 600–640 CCA and drop straight in.