What battery does a 2005 Hyundai Accent take?

Depending on the engine variant, the 2005 Hyundai Accent takes a BCI Group 26R or 35N battery. Confirm your engine — see the per-engine recommendations above.

How many CCA does a 2005 Hyundai Accent need?

OEM specifies at least 580 CCA (cold cranking amps). In Canadian winters, anywhere from 580 to 696 CCA is sensible — higher CCA gives more starting headroom on the coldest mornings without affecting normal operation.

Does my 2005 Hyundai Accent need AGM?

AGM isn't required for the standard 2005 Hyundai Accent fitments listed above — flooded chemistry is fine. AGM is still a sensible upgrade for cold-climate use or high-accessory-load vehicles.

Fitment recommendation

2005 Hyundai Accent battery

2 engine variants — recommendation differs by engine, find yours below.

This is an estimated fit inferred from the vehicle class — not verified for this exact trim, engine and model year. Confirm the group size on your current battery's label or owner's manual before buying, or contact us to check.

Standard engine

BCI Group 26R Flooded lead-acid390+ CCAEstimated fit

Flooded·Group 26R

26R-Z

500 CCA88 min RC55 Ah

Standard engine

BCI Group 35N Flooded lead-acid580+ CCAEstimated fit

Flooded·Group 35N

35N-Z600

600 CCA113 min RC60 Ah

Flooded·Group 35N

35N-Z540

540 CCA113 min RC55 Ah

Frequently asked about the 2005 Hyundai Accent

What battery does a 2005 Hyundai Accent take?: Depending on the engine variant, the 2005 Hyundai Accent takes a BCI Group 26R or 35N battery. Confirm your engine — see the per-engine recommendations above.
How many CCA does a 2005 Hyundai Accent need?: OEM specifies at least 580 CCA (cold cranking amps). In Canadian winters, anywhere from 580 to 696 CCA is sensible — higher CCA gives more starting headroom on the coldest mornings without affecting normal operation.
Does my 2005 Hyundai Accent need AGM?: AGM isn't required for the standard 2005 Hyundai Accent fitments listed above — flooded chemistry is fine. AGM is still a sensible upgrade for cold-climate use or high-accessory-load vehicles.

Adjacent model years

2003 Hyundai Accent 2004 Hyundai Accent 2006 Hyundai Accent 2007 Hyundai Accent