The Nissan Patrol battery size for the 2010-onwards model is JIS 105D31L or the European equivalent DIN H8 (L5), with a capacity of around 80 to 100Ah. The Toyota Land Cruiser takes the same JIS 105D31L, and most everyday UAE sedans, such as the Camry, Corolla and Sunny, use a smaller JIS B24 or D23 case or the DIN LN1 and LN2 sizes. The table below covers 28 of the most common cars on UAE roads, taken from the vehicle data we use when we quote and fit batteries.
A size code is not the whole story, though. The right battery also has to match the terminal side, the capacity and the technology your car was built for. The sections after the table explain how to read the codes so you can check a quote or the label on your current battery yourself.
Car battery size table for popular UAE cars
Each car name links to its own page, with notes on where the battery sits, what tends to wear it out here and how we replace it. Where a range is shown, the exact size depends on the year, engine or trim, and the technician confirms it from the battery already fitted.
| Car | Years covered | Battery size | Capacity | Technology |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Patrol | 2010–present | JIS 105D31L or DIN H8 (L5) | 80–100Ah | Flooded |
| Nissan Patrol Super Safari | 1997–2021 | JIS 95D31L–105D31L | 80–90Ah | Flooded |
| Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008–present | JIS 105D31L | 80–100Ah | Flooded |
| Toyota Land Cruiser 70 | 2007–present | JIS 95D31L–105D31L | 80–90Ah | Flooded |
| Toyota Land Cruiser Prado | 2009–present | JIS 80D26L–105D31L | 70–90Ah | Flooded |
| Lexus LX | 2008–present | JIS 105D31L | 80–100Ah | Flooded |
| Mitsubishi Pajero | 2007–2021 | JIS 95D31L–105D31L | 80–90Ah | Flooded |
| Toyota Hilux | 2005–present | JIS 80D26L–95D31L | 65–90Ah | Flooded |
| Toyota Fortuner | 2016–present | JIS 80D26L | 65–75Ah | Flooded |
| Toyota Camry | 2012–present | JIS 55D23L or DIN LN2 | 55–70Ah | Flooded |
| Toyota Corolla | 2014–present | JIS 46B24L or DIN LN1 | 45–55Ah | Flooded |
| Toyota Yaris | 2014–present | JIS 34B19L–46B24L | 35–45Ah | Flooded |
| Toyota RAV4 | 2019–present | DIN LN1–LN3 | 45–70Ah | Flooded |
| Nissan Sunny | 2011–present | JIS 46B24L | 40–50Ah | Flooded |
| Nissan Altima | 2013–present | BCI 35 or JIS 55D23L | 55–65Ah | Flooded |
| Nissan X-Trail | 2014–present | JIS 55D23L or DIN LN2 | 55–70Ah | Flooded |
| Honda Accord | 2013–present | BCI 51R or DIN LN2 | 45–60Ah | Flooded |
| Honda Civic | 2016–present | JIS 46B24L or BCI 51R | 45–50Ah | Flooded |
| Hyundai Accent | 2011–present | JIS 46B24L or DIN LN1 | 45–55Ah | Flooded |
| Hyundai Elantra | 2016–present | DIN LN2 or BCI 47 | 55–65Ah | Flooded |
| Kia Sportage | 2016–present | DIN LN2–LN3 | 60–70Ah | Flooded |
| MG ZS | 2018–present | DIN LN1 | 45–55Ah | Flooded |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | 2015–present | BCI 48 (H6) or 94R (H7) | 70–80Ah | AGM |
| GMC Yukon | 2021–present | BCI 94R (H7) | 80Ah | AGM |
| Ford Explorer | 2011–present | BCI 94R (H7) | 70–80Ah | AGM |
| Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 2002–present | DIN H8 (L5) | 92–95Ah | AGM |
| BMW X5 | 2007–present | DIN H8 (L5)–H9 (L6) | 90–105Ah | AGM |
| Land Rover Defender | 2020–present | DIN H8 (L5)–H9 (L6) | 90–105Ah | AGM |
If your car is not listed, find it in our full list of car makes and models we cover. Some of these cars have quirks worth knowing about. Diesel V8 versions of the Land Cruiser 70 run two batteries wired together, which should be tested and replaced as a matched pair. The G-Class keeps its battery under the front passenger floor, and the BMW X5 keeps it in the boot, so neither is visible when you open the bonnet.
Nissan Patrol and Land Cruiser battery size in practice
The Patrol and the Land Cruiser are the two cars we are asked about most, and both use the large D31 case. For the Land Cruiser battery size, a 105D31L is the usual fit. Watch for a 95D31L offered as the “same size”. It is the same case, but the lower number means a lower performance rank, so check the full code rather than just the D31 part.
In our data the Patrol appears with either a JIS 105D31L or a DIN H8 (L5) battery, depending on the car. The two are different shapes with different hold-down arrangements, so the replacement should match whatever is already fitted unless the technician has checked that the alternative sits securely in the tray.
Both cars spend a lot of time in the desert on weekends, with the AC on full and fans running during slow sand driving. Owners who add fridges, light bars or winches are using up reserve that the factory battery was never sized for. For those cars, the highest Ah battery that fits the tray, or a second battery on its own circuit, is worth considering. We install dual-battery setups and cover this in more detail on our 4x4 battery replacement page.
How to read a JIS battery size code
Most Japanese and Korean cars use JIS sizes, the codes that look like 105D31L or 46B24L. Using 105D31L as the example:
- 105 is a performance rank that combines capacity and starting power. A higher number means a stronger battery within the same case. It is not the Ah figure.
- D is the case’s width and height group. A “B” case is noticeably narrower than a “D” case, which is why a 46B24L and a 55D23L do not swap even though their lengths are similar.
- 31 is the approximate length of the case in centimetres. A D31 battery is roughly 30 cm long, a D26 roughly 26 cm and a B24 roughly 24 cm.
- L is the terminal layout. An L battery and an R battery of the same size are mirror images, with the positive and negative posts on opposite sides.
You will sometimes see extra letters. An “S” at the start, as in the S46B24R AGM battery used in the Toyota Prius, marks a battery with smaller terminal posts, so the clamps have to match.
Why the L or R terminal side matters
The battery cables in your car are cut to length for the original layout. Fit an R battery where an L belongs, and the cables either will not reach or will be stretched across the top of the battery, where the positive cable can touch the bonnet or a metal bracket. In the worst case, the cables get connected the wrong way round, which can damage fuses, the alternator and control modules in a fraction of a second.
So when you compare quotes, a 55D23R is not the same as a 55D23L, even though the price and capacity match. The terminal letter has to match the battery you are replacing.
How to read DIN and EN battery sizes
European cars, and many newer Chinese and Korean cars, use DIN and EN case sizes. These are usually labelled by length group, and you will see a few naming styles for the same group:
| Length group | Other names you will see | Approximate case length | Typical cars |
|---|---|---|---|
| L1 | LN1 | 207 mm | Corolla, Accent, MG ZS |
| L2 | LN2, H5 | 242 mm | Camry, Elantra, A-Class |
| L3 | LN3, H6, BCI 48 | 278 mm | Sportage, C-Class, Tahoe |
| L4 | LN4, H7, BCI 94R | 315 mm | Yukon, Explorer, 3 Series |
| L5 | LN5, H8 | 353 mm | Patrol (DIN option), G-Class |
| L6 | LN6, H9 | 394 mm | BMW X5, Defender, 7 Series |
Width and height are fairly standard across these groups, so length is the main thing that decides whether a battery fits the tray. American cars add a third system, the BCI group number, such as 24F, 35, 48, 51R or 94R. The site data shows the closest DIN equivalent in brackets where there is one.
Terminal layout matters here too. The “R” in BCI 94R or 51R marks a reversed terminal layout, and a battery with the posts on the wrong side for your car’s cables is the wrong battery, however well it fits the tray. A technician should always compare the new battery with the old one side by side before fitting.
Ah and CCA basics
Two numbers on the label tell you how strong a battery is.
Amp-hours (Ah) measure how much energy the battery stores. A small hatchback like the Yaris uses around 35 to 45Ah, while a Land Cruiser or Patrol uses 80 to 100Ah. Higher Ah gives more reserve for the alarm, tracking units and dashcams while the car is parked, and more time before the battery goes flat if the alternator fails.
Cold cranking amps (CCA) measure how much current the battery can deliver to start the engine, rated at a cold temperature. The UAE is rarely cold, but CCA still matters, because a hot engine and a heat-weakened battery make starting harder than many people expect. A battery tester compares the CCA the battery can still deliver with its rated figure, which is how a battery test tells you whether a battery is close to failing.
As a rule, match or slightly exceed the original Ah and CCA in the same case size. Going smaller to save money makes the battery work harder in summer and shortens its life.
Technology: flooded, EFB and AGM
The last column in the main table is often the one that matters most on newer cars. Most Japanese and Korean cars here use a conventional flooded battery. Many German and American cars, and anything with advanced start-stop or regenerative braking, need AGM. Some entry-level start-stop cars use EFB, which sits between the two.
The rule is simple. Replace like with like, or upgrade from flooded to EFB or AGM where the car allows it. Never go down from AGM to flooded to save money. Our guide to AGM vs EFB vs flooded batteries explains how to tell which type you have. On many German cars, the new battery also has to be registered or coded after fitting, which our German car battery replacement service includes.
Hybrids add one more step. A hybrid’s small 12V battery is a different part from its high-voltage drive battery, and we replace both. See hybrid car battery replacement for how that works.
How to check the right size for your car
The table is a reliable starting point, but the most accurate source is the battery already in your car. Before you buy:
- Read the label on your current battery. Note the full size code, including the terminal letter, plus the Ah, CCA and technology.
- Check the case is original. If the car has been through a few owners, the last battery may have been the wrong size. A loose hold-down clamp or a stretched cable is a clue.
- Note any accessories. Fridges, amplifiers, light bars and dashcams in parking mode all argue for higher capacity in the same case.
- Confirm the technology. Look for “AGM” or “EFB” on the label, and check for a start-stop button on the dashboard.
The quickest way to get the right battery is to send us your car’s make, model and year on WhatsApp, or a photo of the label on your current battery. A technician confirms the exact size and brings it to you for car battery replacement in Dubai at your home, office or parking spot, with the old battery taken away and up to 24 months warranty on the new one.