What is BYD's Battery Replacement Policy?
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BYD's new energy vehicle core components come with a warranty period of 8 years or 150,000 kilometers, while the power battery cells are covered by a lifetime warranty. When the battery's power degrades by 20%, customers can apply for a free replacement. Below is more related information: Reasons behind BYD's new policy: 1. As a company that started with batteries, BYD's electric vehicles have inherent advantages. Although the world is pushing for the development of electric vehicles, it must be said that there are still many technological challenges to overcome. Among these, battery power degradation and driving range are the most concerning factors for the public. To address these concerns, BYD introduced its battery replacement policy to alleviate consumer worries. 2. BYD's ability to launch such a generous policy is largely due to its rapid development in recent years. Technologically, BYD has a long history of expertise, particularly in battery technology, which has allowed it to quickly surpass other domestic automakers in the new energy vehicle sector and closely follow international leaders like Tesla. BYD's confidence in introducing this policy reflects its belief in vehicle quality. If the quality were subpar, the cost of large-scale battery or motor replacements and warranties would be unsustainable for BYD.
I bought a BYD Han EV last year and specifically researched their battery policy. The first owner gets an 8-year or 150,000 km warranty on the battery pack, with lifetime warranty on battery cells - that's genuinely generous. If the battery capacity drops below 70% during the warranty period, the manufacturer replaces it for free. The service center technicians said they use professional equipment to test battery health and only replace if it meets the criteria. But I should mention that battery damage caused by scraping the undercarriage isn't covered, so be careful when driving over potholes. The resale value of electric cars is directly tied to battery condition, so this policy is like buying long-term insurance.