--- product_id: 567605892 title: "Ultinon Access LED car headlight bulb (HIR2), ultra-compact direct-fit, 80%, 6.000K, set of 2" brand: "philips" price: "R2041" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Philips" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/567605892-ultinon-access-led-car-headlight-bulb-hir2-ultra-compact-direct store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Plug & play direct-fit 80% brighter light 3x longer lifespan Ultinon Access LED car headlight bulb (HIR2), ultra-compact direct-fit, 80%, 6.000K, set of 2 **Brand:** philips **Price:** R2041 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš— Light up your drive with brilliance and style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ultinon Access LED car headlight bulb (HIR2), ultra-compact direct-fit, 80%, 6.000K, set of 2 by philips - **How much does it cost?** R2041 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/567605892-ultinon-access-led-car-headlight-bulb-hir2-ultra-compact-direct) ## Best For - philips enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted philips brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built to Last:** 3x longer lifespan with AirCool heat management for consistent performance. - β€’ **Sleek Modern Aesthetic:** 6,000K cool white light gives your car a premium, OEM-inspired look. - β€’ **Effortless Installation:** Polarity-free, direct 1:1 halogen replacementβ€”no mechanic needed. - β€’ **Universal Compatibility:** Designed to fit most vehicles seamlessly, ensuring broad usability. - β€’ **Brilliant Road Visibility:** Experience up to 80% brighter light for safer, clearer night drives. ## Overview Philips Ultinon Access LED bulbs deliver up to 80% brighter, cool white 6,000K light with a direct-fit, polarity-free design for easy installation. Engineered for durability, these bulbs last three times longer than halogen alternatives thanks to advanced AirCool heat management, making them a smart upgrade for enhanced road safety and modern car aesthetics. ## Description From the manufacturer Why choose Philips Ultinon Access LED ? Philips Automotive-Grade Quality products are designed and developed following strict quality-control processes, leading to consistently high production standards. Major car manufacturers choose Philips lights because, when you buy Philips, you buy quality. You get powerful, bright light and precise beam performance. You get high-end style. And you get an advanced LED lighting system for a safer, smoother, more enjoyable drive. Philips is the choice of major car manufacturers Upgrade. Drive. Enjoy. Upgrade your vehicle's headlights with the Philips Ultinon Access LED range. These bulbs are as quick and easy to install as halogen lamps! Enhance your lighting and enjoy the latest LED technology in your car. Plug-and-play installation Better light beam performance than halogen Compliant with automotive standards Long-lasting performance Direct-fit design Their direct-fit design features the same footprint as halogen bulbs, enabling straightforward installation in tight spaces. They fit easily into vehicles equipped with H7/H18-type bulbs and ensure broad compatibility with most vehicle models. Beam outperforms halogen Philips Ultinon Access LED bulbs are designed to offer a better light beam performance than halogen bulbs in a compact, universal design. Philips Ultinon Access LED bulbs provide drivers with better on-road vision, making it easier to spot obstacles and drive more safely. Philips Ultinon Access LED bulbs are rigorously tested and checked to ensure long-term durability and long-lasting performance. Our range offers up to three times the life of a comparable halogen bulb and homogeneous light throughout the bulbs lifespan. Enjoy the best of todays technology with Philips Ultinon Access LED bulbs. Ultra-compact body There's no need for compatibility checks or adapter rings: Philips Ultinon Access LED bulbs come with an ultra-compact body and an integrated IEC 60061 compatible base. Cool white light Using the latest innovations in LED technology, they provide the same luminous flux as standard ECE halogen bulbs but significantly improve beam performance using less energy. With Philips Ultinon Access LED bulbs, installation is so quick and easy that retrofitting them is child's play. Review: H7 Volvo C30 D2 2012. Brilliant upgrade. - Ok first thing to say is that nowhere did it say these are Canbus error free so I was expecting a fault to show.... and it did...On my car that is no big deal. Start the car, error msg "low beam failure" pops up.. press the "ok" button on the stalk and its gone. No engine management light at any time and a one second fix. At some point I will probably buy the philips canbus corrector but at around Β£30 Im in no rush. Next the important part. Performance. Very very easy to fit.. bulbs have instant start up when switched on. The beam pattern is identical to the nightbreaker bulbs they replaced as far as I see. My car has projector headlights. The beam spread is more even and solid to my eyes. Driving with them is an altogether better experience over halogens. They light up road signs without the reflected glare of halogens. They illuminate the road in a more effective way for me. They dont appear "brighter" than halogens on the road surface but the white beam colour is far better at picking out what you need to see in my opinion. Its easier on the eyes. The cut off on the beam is spot on and no way a problem for oncoming drivers. My headlights look great and these bulbs have transformed my car to looking more modern and clean. If they last the 1500 hours promised they are well worth the money over nightbreakers. I shall be buying the H9 for main beams next. Yes I know they are not "road legal" in the UK .. and if they were in anyway inferior to halogens or posed a problem for blinding other drivers they would go. They dont.. they work brilliantly.. they are better than halogen and for me represent a safer drive. I will switch them out at MOT time. I have not driven them in rain or snow as yet but expect they will deliver the same quality performance. Review: Brilliant plug & play headlights - Was initially skeptical given the general negativity on retrofit LED headlight bulbs. Turns out they work brilliantly on a 2017 Renault Zoe ZE40, notorious for pathetically dim halogen headlights despite being a relatively new EV. These H7 bulbs work great in the car's projector headlight housings, throwing out crisp white light that actually lights up the road ahead. My projector lenses also keep the factory beam patterns so I do not blind oncoming traffic. Installation is dead simple. Literally plug & play in replacement of the original H7 halogen bulbs with no modifications or workarounds needed at all. Downside to these keeping the H7 bulb shape/size is that they do not get as bright as the other LED bulbs that are physically larger and sometimes come with bulky heatsinks. But from 2 months' use (Oct - Nov), I found them to be perfectly adequate for general road use. My car does not have any canbus or electrical system checks for its exterior bulbs so bulb errors is not a problem for me, and I cannot comment on these bulbs' error prevention or canbus circumvention ability. ## Features - Quick and easy installation: Ultinon Access LED bulbs are designed for a direct 1:1 halogen replacement. Their simple polarity-free plug & play design ensures broad compatibility with most vehicle models. - Enhanced light performance: Ultinon Access LED bulbs significantly improve vision on the road, with a light performance of up to 80% brighter light than conventional halogen bulbs*. - Modern OEM signature: Refresh the look of your car with up to 6.000K cool white light for a stylish LED look. - Long-term durability: With a lifetime of 1.500 hours, Ultinon Access outlasts traditional halogen bulbs by three times. AirCool heat management ensures consistent and long-lasting performance. - It is your own responsibility to ensure that the use of the LED retrofit lights complies with applicable local legal requirements ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0CHWVBRD9 | | Auto Part Position | Front | | Automotive Fit Type | Vehicle Specific Fit | | Best Sellers Rank | 3,320 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) 100 in Car Lights, Bulbs & Indicators | | Brand | Philips | | Brand Name | Philips | | Brightness | 1800 Lumen | | Color Temperature | 6000 Kelvin | | Colour | 6.000K | | Colour temperature | 6000 Kelvin | | Country Of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 6,750 Reviews | | Fit Type | Vehicle Specific Fit | | Included Components | Set of 2 LED car headlight bulbs | | Item Type Name | Ultinon Access LED car headlight bulb (HIR2), ultra-compact direct-fit, +80%, 6.000K, set of 2 | | Light Output Maximum | 1800 Lumens | | Light Source Type | LED | | Light source type | LED | | Manufacturer | Lumileds | | Manufacturer Part Number | 11012U2500C2 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | 2 | | Model Number | 2597594 | | Operating Life | 1500 Hours | | Package Quantity | 1 | | Specific Uses For Product | Projector Light | | Specific uses for product | Projector Light | | Unit Count | 2 count | | Voltage | 12 Volts | | Wattage | 20 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Philips - **Brightness:** 1400 Lumen - **Colour temperature:** 6000 Kelvin - **Light source type:** LED - **Wattage:** 13 watts ## Images ![Ultinon Access LED car headlight bulb (HIR2), ultra-compact direct-fit, 80%, 6.000K, set of 2 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61k0qcmK67L.jpg) ![Ultinon Access LED car headlight bulb (HIR2), ultra-compact direct-fit, 80%, 6.000K, set of 2 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51n1fY+XZcL.jpg) ![Ultinon Access LED car headlight bulb (HIR2), ultra-compact direct-fit, 80%, 6.000K, set of 2 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61W9MKTSxvL.jpg) ![Ultinon Access LED car headlight bulb (HIR2), ultra-compact direct-fit, 80%, 6.000K, set of 2 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61eaD8pZH5L.jpg) ![Ultinon Access LED car headlight bulb (HIR2), ultra-compact direct-fit, 80%, 6.000K, set of 2 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71VP2S5LLhL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ H7 Volvo C30 D2 2012. Brilliant upgrade. *by B***8 on 28 January 2024* Ok first thing to say is that nowhere did it say these are Canbus error free so I was expecting a fault to show.... and it did...On my car that is no big deal. Start the car, error msg "low beam failure" pops up.. press the "ok" button on the stalk and its gone. No engine management light at any time and a one second fix. At some point I will probably buy the philips canbus corrector but at around Β£30 Im in no rush. Next the important part. Performance. Very very easy to fit.. bulbs have instant start up when switched on. The beam pattern is identical to the nightbreaker bulbs they replaced as far as I see. My car has projector headlights. The beam spread is more even and solid to my eyes. Driving with them is an altogether better experience over halogens. They light up road signs without the reflected glare of halogens. They illuminate the road in a more effective way for me. They dont appear "brighter" than halogens on the road surface but the white beam colour is far better at picking out what you need to see in my opinion. Its easier on the eyes. The cut off on the beam is spot on and no way a problem for oncoming drivers. My headlights look great and these bulbs have transformed my car to looking more modern and clean. If they last the 1500 hours promised they are well worth the money over nightbreakers. I shall be buying the H9 for main beams next. Yes I know they are not "road legal" in the UK .. and if they were in anyway inferior to halogens or posed a problem for blinding other drivers they would go. They dont.. they work brilliantly.. they are better than halogen and for me represent a safer drive. I will switch them out at MOT time. I have not driven them in rain or snow as yet but expect they will deliver the same quality performance. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant plug & play headlights *by M***L on 1 December 2025* Was initially skeptical given the general negativity on retrofit LED headlight bulbs. Turns out they work brilliantly on a 2017 Renault Zoe ZE40, notorious for pathetically dim halogen headlights despite being a relatively new EV. These H7 bulbs work great in the car's projector headlight housings, throwing out crisp white light that actually lights up the road ahead. My projector lenses also keep the factory beam patterns so I do not blind oncoming traffic. Installation is dead simple. Literally plug & play in replacement of the original H7 halogen bulbs with no modifications or workarounds needed at all. Downside to these keeping the H7 bulb shape/size is that they do not get as bright as the other LED bulbs that are physically larger and sometimes come with bulky heatsinks. But from 2 months' use (Oct - Nov), I found them to be perfectly adequate for general road use. My car does not have any canbus or electrical system checks for its exterior bulbs so bulb errors is not a problem for me, and I cannot comment on these bulbs' error prevention or canbus circumvention ability. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Compatible and bright enough but not supernova - just the ticket *by J***R on 24 March 2026* I researched for a couple of years before finding these replacement headlamp bulbs - it seemed to me that almost every other example was designed for massive brightness at the expense of compatibility. These bulbs, however, plugged straight into my campervan and.. hey presto... I can actually see the road at night! I haven't had any warnings pop up (my camper is based on a 2021 Fiat Ducato chassis). I've now completed a reasonable mileage in hours of darkness and haven't been flashed once by an oncoming motorist, suggesting that the light distribution from these LED bulbs is pretty much correct. They are expensive, for sure - and I needed four - but now I feel much safer because I have a reasonable view of the road ahead. The MOT is due in late May and this might throw up an issue - but, based on my experience so far, I don't think that will be the case. If it does, I will try to amend this review. ## Frequently Bought Together - Philips Ultinon Access LED car headlight bulb (HIR2), ultra-compact direct-fit, 80%, 6.000K, set of 2 - HIR2 (9012) HEADLIGHT BULB --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/567605892-ultinon-access-led-car-headlight-bulb-hir2-ultra-compact-direct](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/567605892-ultinon-access-led-car-headlight-bulb-hir2-ultra-compact-direct) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-05-28*