Experts of the magazine "Za Rulem" annually test dozens of different models of car batteries in search of the best ones. The assessment is made according to such criteria as the reserve capacity, as well as the reduced starting energy at different temperatures.
Today we offer battery rating. Based on the 2014 test results, it includes the best and most reliable models tested by professionals. The testing involved models that fit into the dimensions of 242 × 175 × 190 mm. By the way, experts noted that almost all batteries without exception are sold discharged, and the operating time can be as little as 30 minutes.
Since the battery is changed more often during the cold season, we recommend that you pay attention to winter tire rating season 2015-2016.
Test results
And here is how the places in 2017 ranking.
Battery rating
10. EXIDE Premium
This model has successfully passed the tests, "failing" only the test for the reduced starting energy with a single current of 480A at a temperature of -29 degrees. Therefore, if the car is not operated in a harsh winter, the battery can be considered very successful.
9.VARTA BLUE dynamic
The battery is equipped with PowerFrame grid technology for high cranking power. The manufacturer claims that this model provides 2 times longer life in comparison with analogues.
8. TYUMEN BATTERY
Tyumen batteries are included in the rating of the best annually. At the same time, the price of these batteries is one third lower than that of VARTA or EXIDE with higher rates as a result of testing.
7. THE BEAST
The battery was the fifth in the cold cranking current test at –18? С. However, the reserve capacity was lower than that of competitors. The manufacturer guarantees the operation of the BEAST battery in the range from -50 to + 80 ° С.
6. ACTECH
This battery became the absolute leader in the rating in terms of reserve capacity - the charge lasted for 124 minutes. According to this parameter, AKTEKH had no equal in the tests. By the way, in 2005 it was AKTEH that became the first hybrid battery of Russian production.
5.TAB Polar
Slovenian batteries are not very popular among Russian car enthusiasts. Although the European brand offers very decent models. The manufacturer gives a 24-month warranty for TAB Polar batteries.
4.a-mega
One of the most expensive models in the top ten fully justifies its price - the battery has shown excellent results in all tests. The manufacturer claims the operating temperature range "a-mega" is from -55 ° C to + 65 ° C. The battery charge level allows the driver to monitor a special indicator on the cover.
3. ROYAL
Previously, the manufacturing company put on the market the Medalist batteries, which were leaders in the annual Za Rulem ratings. Based on the evaluation results, ROYAL is a worthy successor to the discontinued brand.
2. MUTLU SILVER EVOLUTION
The Turkish-made battery showed excellent results, however, the test for the reduced starting energy at a temperature of -29 degrees turned out to be worse than that of its closest competitors.
1. TYUMEN BATTERY Leader
Surprisingly the winner rating of the best batteries not sold in every car dealership. Meanwhile, the "Leader" is worth looking for it on sale, because according to the results of testing this model had no equal.