Raya Energy
Fitment recommendation

2012 BMW 528xi battery

OEM-recommended Group 48/H6 · Absorbent Glass Mat.

Standard engine

Start-stopBCI Group 48/H6Absorbent Glass Mat720+ CCA

Inferred from rules-based classifier (European / Korean luxury sedan (AGM start-stop default)) — pending OEM verification.

No SKUs in the catalog satisfy this fitment yet. Adjacent groups may work — see the group page for options.

Frequently asked about the 2012 BMW 528xi

What battery does a 2012 BMW 528xi take?
The 2012 BMW 528xi uses a BCI Group 48/H6 battery — Absorbent Glass Mat chemistry recommended. The Raya Energy catalog has 0 matching ZITEX SKUs.
How many CCA does a 2012 BMW 528xi need?
OEM specifies at least 720 CCA (cold cranking amps). In Canadian winters, anywhere from 720 to 864 CCA is sensible — higher CCA gives more starting headroom on the coldest mornings without affecting normal operation.
Does my 2012 BMW 528xi need AGM?
Yes — engine variants with start-stop technology require AGM (or at minimum EFB) chemistry. AGM batteries handle the deep-cycle demands and high-amp accessory loads modern vehicles place on the electrical system. Flooded chemistry will physically fit but won't last as long.

Adjacent model years

2010 BMW 528xi2011 BMW 528xi2013 BMW 528xi2014 BMW 528xi