What does 096 mean on a car battery?

096 refers to the three-digit code that is printed on car batteries. Units that are marked with '096' are typically fitted in older cars, such as those with no start-stop feature.

What's the difference between a 027 and 096 battery?

The main difference between the two is size. A 027 car battery is smaller than the 096 variant.

Are all 096 batteries the same size?

The vast majority of 096 car batteries are the same size (278mm long x 175mm wide x 190mm high), but this can differ slightly depending on the brand and manufacturer.