What is the difference between a start-stop battery and a regular battery?
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The differences between a start-stop battery and a regular battery are as follows: Different lifespan: Dedicated start-stop batteries for cars have more usage cycles and a longer lifespan than regular batteries. Their normal service life is over 6 years, which is 3-8 times that of regular batteries. Their plates are harder than those of regular batteries, and the active material is less prone to falling off, making them suitable for cars with start-stop mode. Regular batteries have a lifespan of about 2 years. Different battery capacity: Start-stop batteries have a larger capacity and can charge and discharge quickly. Ordinary lead-acid batteries cannot discharge large currents multiple times in a short period, as their separators do not allow ions to pass through quickly. Regular batteries cannot discharge large currents multiple times in a short time, and their separators do not allow ions to pass through quickly. Different prices: Start-stop batteries are manufactured using stamping processes, which involve higher technical requirements and costs, thus increasing the overall price of the equipment. They cost around 1300, while regular batteries only cost about 500.
I've driven quite a few cars before, and I must say there's a big difference between start-stop batteries and regular ones, mainly in terms of durability and performance. Start-stop batteries like AGM or EFB types are designed to handle frequent start-stop systems, such as when the engine restarts multiple times during city driving. A regular battery simply can't handle this because it's only meant for occasional starts. I once drove a car with start-stop using a regular battery, and it died within a month, almost leaving me stranded. Start-stop batteries charge faster, have stronger deep-discharge recovery, and can last more than twice as long. They're more expensive but definitely worth it. A key point is to check the CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) when choosing a battery, as a mismatch can cause system failures or waste money. While start-stop systems save fuel and reduce emissions, using the wrong battery can actually increase fuel consumption, so that's something to watch out for.
