How long is the battery life of the BAIC EU5?
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BAIC New Energy EU5 uses high-performance ternary lithium batteries, which can be fully charged and discharged more than 3,000 times with a battery capacity decay rate of less than 15%, providing users with a service life of up to 10 years. The specific details are as follows: 1. BAIC New Energy EU5 is equipped with high-performance ternary lithium batteries, featuring high energy density, fast charging, large charge/discharge current, long lifespan, low-temperature resistance, and lightweight properties; 2. The battery has passed rigorous tests including overcharge, over-discharge, over-temperature, short circuit, drop, crush, fire, mechanical shock, simulated collision, and salt spray, ensuring battery safety; 3. Additionally, the EMD3.0 super electric control technology enables the EU5 to have a self-balancing function for battery cell voltage deviation, keeping the voltage deviation within the expected range, helping the vehicle maintain ultra-long range and effectively extending the battery's service life.
I noticed some friends are concerned about the battery lifespan of the BAIC EU5, and I’m particularly qualified to speak on this since we’ve had an older model at home for four years. The official warranty covers 8 years or 150,000 km, guaranteeing no more than 20% capacity degradation, but in reality, it’s not that easy to wear out. My car has clocked nearly 120,000 km, and the full-charge range is about 30 km less than when it was new, with degradation under 10%. The key lies in how you use it—my neighbor’s car, which mostly relies on slow charging, still maintains strong range after five years. I’d recommend not always charging to 100%; keeping it at 80% is best for battery health, and parking in an underground garage during winter helps too.
