Correct battery for 1.9 130 sport pls

[Stratf01]

Hi need to replace battery on my 2003 1.9 130 sport.
I'm getting conflicting information on correct battery for it. It previously had a 72 Amp battery and I'm told it must be a 90Amp but it will not fit. So is 72 correct or might it be a higher ampage?
Any advice highly appreciated
Thank you.

[mrnice]

My 2001 1.9 130 has an exide EB802.
80ah. 700A(EN).
Dimensions are-
315mm X 175mm X 175mm

Hope that Might help

[Stratf01]

Thank you. My motor factor is adamant that from 2002 onwards it should be a 90amp but can't see why if it's exactly the same engine.

[mrnice]

Could be to with other components?, not sure, maybe someone else will chip in.

[Gareth_Rees]

I bought a new battery for my 2005 1.9tdi 130 Final Edition earlier this year - I remember there being some confusion over what I needed, but this is what I went for and it fits perfectly and works perfectly!

Duracell DA74 Advanced Car Battery Type 096 - 5 Year Guarantee

[Stratf01]

Thanks a million for the support guys. Really appreciate it.

[mrnice]

One wee note- the one Gareth lists is not as long as the one in my car so I'd def go with his recommendation as maybe the physical size of batteries was changed in later models and chances are the hold-down bracket on yours would only work with one size of battery. If in any doubt just measure it I guess

[Stratf01]

Thanks mate I'm just realising this as the one I bought would not fit which is same length as yours. Thanks.