Whether you’ve always worked on your car yourself or you’re thinking about getting under the hood for the first time, purchasing and changing your own car battery can save you a ton of money. We’ll now take a look at what you need to know before you choose a new battery for your Altima.
What’s the best battery for a 2006 Nissan Altima?
For your 2006 Altima, you’ll want to install a DieHard Platinum AGM – Battery, Group Size 35, 650 CCA. You’ll get a perfect fit, and your battery will be good to go for up to five years.
Let’s explore everything that you need to know before you choose a new battery for your Altima. We understand that there can be a lot of auto jargon that goes along with exploring battery options for your vehicle, and we’re here to break it down for you.
Battery Group Sizes Explained
What’s the first step in getting the right new battery for your car? Finding the right size. Battery group sizes can seem confusing, but all you really need to know is which group sizes are a good fit for your vehicle.
The main battery group sizes include 24, 24F, 27, 34, 35, H6 (48), H8 (49), 65, and 78. These group sizes correspond to the exact amount of space under your hood for a battery.
As vehicles get more advanced, the space under the hood is used more and more efficiently. This means that having your battery size off by even a fraction of an inch can mean that it won’t quite fit or even function. Knowing the group size you need is the first step toward getting the right battery for your car.
Lead Acid, Lithium-Ion, or SLI?
Once you know the right group size for your battery, it’s time to decide what type of battery is the best fit for your needs: lead-acid SLI or lithium-ion SLI. Both batteries are made for SLI – starting, lighting, and ignition – but there are several differences between the two that you’ll want to know before you make a decision.
Lithium-ion batteries are often seen as a better choice. They’re more reliable, they last longer, and they’re better for the environment. The one downfall? They’re expensive. If you can afford a lithium-ion battery, go for it.
OEM vs. AfterMarket: What’s the Difference?
When you decide to choose a new battery for your car, you have yet another choice to make: OEM or aftermarket. OEM stands for original equipment manufacturer, which means that you’re getting the same part that the manufacturer originally installed in your vehicle. Aftermarket parts are made by an auto parts manufacturer to fit many different makes and models of vehicles.
There’s nothing wrong with choosing an aftermarket part, but you’ll need to go the extra mile to ensure that you choose a part that’s right for your vehicle.
If you go to an auto parts store, you’re likely to have a selection of aftermarket parts. Otherwise, if you go through a dealer, you’ll be able to get an OEM part.
If You Do Go Aftermarket, Here’s What We Suggest
Want to go for an aftermarket battery? We’ve got you covered. Check out our recommendations:
- DieHard Gold Battery, Group Size 35, 640 CCA
- DieHard Gold Battery, Group Size 24F, 750 CCA
- DieHard Silver Battery, Group Size 26R, 575 CCA
- Optima Red Top Battery, Group Size 35, 720 CCA
- DieHard Platinum AGM Battery, Group Size 24F, 710 CCA
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