What is the battery model of the Ford Edge?
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Ford Edge uses a VARTA battery model 6QW80 (650) L. The Ford Edge battery comes with start-stop functionality, so the vehicle has different requirements for the battery. The replacement battery specifications must be exactly the same as the original battery. Factors affecting battery life include vehicle condition, road conditions, and driving habits. The Ford Edge is a mid-to-large crossover SUV built on Ford's global mid-size car platform. The new Ford Edge luxury series is equipped with Ford Co-Pilot360™, featuring full-speed adaptive cruise control, pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking, evasive steering assist, lane-keeping system, post-collision braking, navigation-assisted driving system, blind spot monitoring, and active park assist. These features help drivers navigate complex road environments with ease. Some models achieve Level 2 autonomous driving, providing a safer and more comfortable driving experience.
After checking information and consulting with a 4S store friend, I learned that the battery model for the Ford Edge mainly depends on the year and engine displacement. For 2013-2017 models with 2.0T engines, the original equipment is a Varta H6-60-L-T2-A battery, with a capacity of 60Ah and a cold cranking current of 600A; the 2.7T models come with higher-capacity batteries. For the redesigned models after 2018, most use 80Ah capacity batteries, but the exact model should be verified with the VIN for accuracy. A reminder: when replacing, pay attention to the positive and negative terminal positions. Just the other day, while helping a neighbor replace their battery, we encountered a situation where the terminals were reversed and wouldn't fit. It's best to take a photo of the old battery for the vendor to reference. Choosing an AGM start-stop battery is more durable, especially for models equipped with automatic start-stop functionality.
Last week, I just replaced the battery for my Edge. The mechanic removed it on-site and found it was a Fengfan L2-400 model. Talking with the mechanic, I learned there are significant differences between versions: the standard Edge uses a 65Ah EFB battery, while the high-end models with start-stop function are equipped with 70-80Ah AGM batteries, with a price difference of over 300 yuan. The mechanic mentioned that original equipment often uses brands like Varta or Fengfan, and the size L2 is the key specification. I've also tested Bosch's S5 series, which has compatible models, but during installation, it's essential to have the mechanic check the alternator voltage, as unstable voltage can easily damage the new battery.