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H16 bulb: which cars use it and which one to buy

Everything about the H16 bulb: base, wattage, equivalent sizes, which cars use it and the best ones in stock today.

By LuzCoche Team Updated ⏱ 2 min read
Base
PGJ19-3
Wattage
19 W
Voltage
12 V
Type
Halogen headlight
Also sold as
5202 · PS24W
Cars in our database
4

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⚡ The best H16 bulbs in stock

Stock checked on October 6, 2026
Top ratedCompatible with GMC Sierra 1500 2014 2015 9012 High/Low…
Compatible with GMC Sierra 1500 2014 2015 9012 High/Low… 9.3 LuzCoche score: 9.3 out of 10 Check price
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H16 5202 Xenon HID Bulbs AC 35W Super Bright Fog Light… 6.7 LuzCoche score: 6.7 out of 10 Check price
Best value per bulbFor Ford Escape 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Light Bulbs…
For Ford Escape 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Light Bulbs… 7.1 LuzCoche score: 7.1 out of 10 Check price

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Cars that use a H16 bulb

Cars in our database that use the H16, and the position it goes in:

Chevrolet · 2 models

GMC · 1 models

Jeep · 1 models

Which H16 to buy: standard, brighter or long life

  • Standard: the OEM-equivalent replacement. The cheapest option and the longest lasting.
  • Brighter (+100% to +200%): they throw more light, farther down the road (Philips RacingVision, Sylvania SilverStar ultra, Osram Night Breaker…). They last a bit less: replace them in pairs.
  • Long life: made for high-mileage drivers or headlights that are hard to get to (Philips LongLife, Sylvania Basic, Osram Ultra Life).
  • Whiter light: a cooler, xenon-like tone that stays street legal. They give up a little performance in rain and fog.

Before switching to LED, check which LED headlight bulbs are street legal and under what conditions.

Halogen headlight bulbs

Frequently asked questions

What is a H16 bulb?+

The H16 is a 19 W, 12 V automotive bulb with a PGJ19-3 base. It’s also sold as 5202 and PS24W.

Is the H16 the same as the H27W/1?+

No. Even if they look alike, each size has a different base (PGJ19-3 on the H16) and won’t fit another size’s socket. Always buy the exact size your car takes.

What vehicles use a H16 bulb?+

Among others, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 GMT900, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 K2XX, GMC Acadia 1st gen and Jeep Gladiator JT. The full list, with the position each one uses it for, is on this page.

Can I replace a H16 with an LED?+

Not in a headlight designed for halogen bulbs: in the US, LED retrofit bulbs in halogen headlamp housings are not DOT / FMVSS 108 compliant for on-road use and can cause glare or issues at a state inspection. For more light, choose a high-performance halogen.

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