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Battery OEM BMW or OEM KIA
Everyone likes to shit on BMW for being too complicated when it comes to having to register batteries with the car, but this is the result. Batteries in other cars die way more quickly.
Pros: last longer than others
Vehicle:
BMW
I just changed my 2018 F36’s battery a few months ago. They really do last a long time.
Pros: last a long time
Vehicle:
BMW
2016 328i. Original battery still alive and kicking!
Pros: still alive and kicking, long lasting
Vehicle:
BMW
The battery on my previous F20 lasted over 12 years before I replaced it last winter. Had enough voltage but bad resistance readings, mechanic advised me to change it for the winter.
Pros: over 12 years longevity, enough voltage
Cons: bad resistance readings
Vehicle:
BMW
I’m just over 10-years on my ‘15 M235i.
Pros: over 10 years longevity
Vehicle:
BMW
I got 12 years out of the original battery on my E90.
Pros: 12 years longevity
Vehicle:
BMW
I had 8 years on original battery on 2017 750i. I replaced it. It was barely holding 12V. Few functions were not working like stop/start and such.
Pros: 8 years longevity
Cons: barely holding 12V, functions not working
Vehicle:
BMW
I also just had a new battery installed by BMW, $600 for the honor.
Pros: new battery installed
Cons: expensive installation
Vehicle:
BMW
I have a Kia Soul that goes through the OEM batteries every two-three years.
Cons: short lifespan, lasts 2-3 years
Vehicle:
Kia Soul
Mine died at about 44k. Good news is Kia is fully covering the replacement and the mileage warranty restarts with the new battery
Pros: replacement covered by warranty, warranty restarts
Cons: battery died prematurely
Vehicle:
Kia
Mileage: 44000 km
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