I am going to replace my Jaguar original battery as a cell has failed but a large market of batteries available to choose from, I have researched most of the bigger brands and I have decided on replacing the original battery with a Bosch 019 S5 battery that is recommended for my car unless any members can advise me otherwise !! I would have prefered to have a top-up type battery than the sealed type but these batteries do not appear available on the market nowadays ??

Hi Peter,

I replaced my battery just last week, as it was not holding a charge for more than 3 or 4 days.

I got a Platinum 019  - a well recommended make very suitable for Diesels  --  but largely because the auto accessory shop round the corner stocks them and is very helpful.  I went to see him at 3.00 pm on Monday and it was fitted by 3.30 pm - cost £103.96.  Again a sealed for life battery.

Regards,

Peter.