Raya Energy
Fitment recommendation

2012 Volkswagen Touareg battery

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

Standard engine

Start-stopBCI Group 48/H6Absorbent Glass Mat680+ CCA

Inferred from rules-based classifier (European SUV / crossover (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 Volkswagen Touareg

What battery does a 2012 Volkswagen Touareg take?
The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg need?
OEM specifies at least 680 CCA (cold cranking amps). In Canadian winters, anywhere from 680 to 816 CCA is sensible — higher CCA gives more starting headroom on the coldest mornings without affecting normal operation.
Does my 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg2011 Volkswagen Touareg2013 Volkswagen Touareg2014 Volkswagen Touareg