How often should the Ford Kuga battery be replaced?

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ChloeLee
07/30/25 3:00am
The battery of the Ford Kuga should be replaced every 3 to 6 years. The car battery, also known as a storage battery, is a type of battery that works by converting chemical energy into electrical energy. Batteries are categorized into conventional lead-acid batteries, dry-charged batteries, and maintenance-free batteries. Typically, the battery referred to by most people is the lead-acid battery. The normal service life of a car battery varies from 1 to 8 years, largely depending on the condition of the vehicle. The Ford Kuga is a model produced by Changan Ford Automobile Co., Ltd., with body dimensions of 4524mm in length, 1838mm in width, and 1701mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2690mm. In terms of appearance, the Kuga Platinum Edition features a magnetic gray spray finish on the front grille, wheels, and front and rear bumpers. The Luxury Edition builds on this by replacing the grille with a mesh design and adding chrome border trim. The Premium Edition further includes the Vignale exterior package.
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