Lumus Car - Car Bulb Table

A easy way to find the right bulb for your vehicle

We designed a tool designed to help you find the right bulbs for your vehicle.

Discovering the differences between halogen, xenon and LED bulbs can be difficult to comprehend at times so we’re hoping that this section will help you fully understand the types of headlight bulbs available.

Filament/Halogen Headlight Bulbs

Halogen bulbs are a mixture of inert gas with a small amount of halogen gas.

The addition of Xenon gas into the mix allows the filament to burn brighter to increase light output.

The addition of a blue coating to the bulb will turn the colour of the light to be more white. The downside to this is a small reduction in light intensity.

Bulbs with a higher wattage produce more light but have a shorter lifespan.

Their colour range spans from 2900k to 5900k making them quite diverse bulbs.

These types of upgrade bulbs usually range between 20% to 150% brighter than standard halogen bulbs.

High power bulbs usually last less than 1 year where as long life halogen bulbs can last up to 4 years.

Halogen headlight bulbs are typically the standard bulbs in most cars.

LED Headlight Bulbs

A long lasting lifespan of 2 – 12 years

Lower wattage means less strain on your battery

Generally consist of a crisp, clinical white colour output

Brightness ranges from 150% – 300% brighter than standard halogen bulbs

LED headlight bulbs are fast becoming the popular choice for car owners

CANBus technology is now becoming integrated into most LED car bulbs

Not road legal but may still pass an MOT

The Baby Bulbs Of The Auto Industry

It’s definitely worth mentioning that LED bulbs are the youngest bulb types for vehicles.