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R5W bulb: which cars use it and which one to buy

Everything about the R5W bulb: base, wattage, equivalent sizes, which cars use it and the best ones in stock today.

By LuzCoche Team Updated ⏱ 2 min read
Base
BA15s
Wattage
5 W
Voltage
12 V
Type
Signal & interior
Also sold as
207
Cars in our database
0

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📑 Contents +

⚡ The best R5W bulbs in stock

Stock checked on October 6, 2026
Top ratedFlosser Incandescent R5W 5W 402509 BA15s G18 Red Rear…
Flosser Incandescent R5W 5W 402509 BA15s G18 Red Rear… 9.3 LuzCoche score: 9.3 out of 10 Check price
Best sellerOsram Ultra Life R5W Halogen, Tail, License Plate…
Osram Ultra Life R5W Halogen, Tail, License Plate… 9.1 LuzCoche score: 9.1 out of 10 Check price
Best value per bulbFlosser Incandescent BA15S 5W 94025 R5W G18 Warm White…
Flosser Incandescent BA15S 5W 94025 R5W G18 Warm White… 7.5 LuzCoche score: 7.5 out of 10 Check price

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Cars that use a R5W bulb

We don’t have any cars with this bulb in our English database yet. Search for your car to see all its bulbs.

Which R5W to buy: standard, brighter or long life

  • Standard: the classic incandescent bulb; cheap and no dashboard warnings.
  • LED: whiter light and lower power draw. On turn signals and brake lights they can cause hyperflash or bulb-out warnings: choose CANbus versions or add load resistors.
  • Long life: handy where bulbs are hard to reach (tail lights or dome lights).

To confirm which bulb each light on your car uses, follow the methods in how to find out which bulb your car takes.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a R5W bulb?+

The R5W is a 5 W, 12 V automotive bulb with a BA15s base. It’s also sold as 207.

Is the R5W the same as the W16W?+

No. Even if they look alike, each size has a different base (BA15s on the R5W) and won’t fit another size’s socket. Always buy the exact size your car takes.

Can I replace a R5W with an LED?+

Yes, LEDs are common for turn signals, parking, license plate and dome lights. Pick CANbus versions or use load resistors to avoid hyperflash and bulb-out warnings, and keep the correct color (amber for turn signals, red for brake lights).

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Flosser Incandescent R5W 5W 402509 BA15s G18 Red Rear…

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