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Optima YellowTop

Optima YellowTop

4.7(15 ratings)

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$299.99at WalmartObserved at 2:59 AM

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Price facts

  • Lowest price today: $299.99 at Walmart (checked Nov 9, 2026).
  • Checked at 17 stores.

Our take on the Optima YellowTop

The YellowTop D34/78 is Optima's dual-purpose battery: it starts engines and handles repeated deep discharges, which is why it turns up in off-road rigs, car audio builds and vehicles with heavy electrical loads. Its spiral-wound absorbed glass mat design is sealed, spill-proof and vibration resistant, so it can be mounted in odd positions and survives rough terrain better than a flooded battery. It is a Group 34 size with top and side terminals, so it drops into many GM and Chrysler applications and most custom trays. Compared with a plain starting battery it costs more and delivers less cranking reserve per dollar, but it recovers from deep drains that would ruin an ordinary battery.

Best forOff-road and overland vehicles with winchesCar audio systems with big amplifiersCars with high electrical draw or dual-battery setupsVehicles that sit for long stretches between drives
Pros
  • Deep cycle plus starting power in one battery
  • Sealed AGM: no water checks, no acid spills
  • Vibration resistant for rough terrain
  • Top and side terminals fit more vehicles
  • Holds up to repeated draining better than flooded batteries
Cons
  • Costs noticeably more than a conventional battery
  • Lower cold cranking amps than some rival AGMs of the same group size
  • Needs a compatible AGM charger to recharge properly
  • Not ideal for cars that only ever do short, easy trips

Optima YellowTop prices at every store

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    Availability unknownSold by theman71177 (99.3% positive, 3,100 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

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Optima YellowTop price history

Lowest price we've seen: $279.99 on Nov 9 at Impact Battery. Tracked across 17 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

  • 4.7 / 515 ratings

Owners rate it highly and mostly talk about durability in trucks, audio builds and vehicles that get drained and recharged often. Complaints center on value and on batteries that failed early or arrived with a low charge.

What people mention
  • DurabilityPraisedOwners say it keeps working through repeated deep drains and rough use where ordinary batteries quit.
  • ValueCriticisedBuyers note it costs much more than a conventional battery and question whether the extra life justifies it.
  • ReliabilityMixedMost report long service, but some owners describe batteries that failed within the first year or two.
  • VibrationPraisedOff-road and competition users credit the spiral-cell build for surviving shocks and rough terrain.
  • ChargingMixedIt needs an AGM-compatible charger, and a few units arrive undercharged and need topping up first.

About the Optima YellowTop

Battery YellowTop Deep Cycle Battery YellowTop Deep Cycle Battery UNBOXED Group D34/78 Cold Crank Amps 750 Crank Amps 870 Res. Capacity 120 Ampere Hour 55 Top Terminal L-10 in. W-6 7/8 in. H-7 13/16 in. FEATURES: Premium Starting And Deep Cycle Power For Off-Road/Competition/Performance/Car Audio Non-Spillable And Maintenance Free Vibration Resistant Show n' shines. Drag races. Car and audio competitions. Bass tournaments. Tractor pulls. Anywhere there's a battery turning over an engine in competition or for fun, OPTIMA batteries are there. Where will we show up next?

Specifications

CCA
620–800
color
MultiColor

Questions and answers

Is the YellowTop a starting battery or a deep cycle battery?
Both. Optima builds it for dual purpose: cranking an engine and running accessories through repeated discharges. It is the right pick when a vehicle does both, such as a truck with a winch or a big stereo.
How does it differ from the RedTop?
The RedTop is a starting battery with higher cranking output and no deep cycle rating. The YellowTop trades some cranking amps for the ability to be drained and recharged many times.
Will it fit my car?
It is Group 34/78 size with both top and side terminals, which covers many GM, Chrysler and custom-fit applications. Check your tray dimensions and terminal layout before buying.
Do I need a special charger?
Yes, use a charger with an AGM setting. A standard flooded-battery charger can overcharge it or shorten its life.
Can it be mounted inside the cabin or on its side?
It is sealed and non-spillable, so it can be mounted in positions a flooded battery cannot. Follow Optima's mounting guidance and secure it firmly.
What is in the box?
The battery itself. Terminal hardware and adapters are not always included, so confirm with the seller if you need side-terminal bolts.
Where is the Optima YellowTop cheapest?
At Walmart, for $299.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Optima YellowTop?
Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings.
Where can I buy the Optima YellowTop?
16 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Impact Battery, AmericanTrucks.com, Never Enough Auto Accessories, Weistec Engineering.

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