HYBRID & ELECTRIC CAR BATTERIES

Our all-electric and hybrid vehicles are equipped with high-performance lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery packs. With their high energy density, Li-ion batteries pack a lot of power into a small and lightweight unit.

Our EV batteries are built to last, and beyond that, we're developing ways to recycle almost all the elements used in their manufacture. Find out how hybrid & electric car batteries work, how long they last, taking care of them and recycling them below.

HIGH VOLTAGE LITHIUM-ION BATTERY CAPACITY COVERAGE

As is the case with all batteries. The High Voltage lithium-ion battery capacity will decrease over time and with use. While gradual capacity loss with time and use is considered normal wear and tear. Ford warrants the High Voltage battery against excessive capacity loss for a period of up to eight years (100.000 mi)^Tooltip whichever of those occurs first, from date of first vehicle registration.

HOW DO ELECTRIC CAR BATTERIES WORK?

Our all-electric vehicles are equipped with high-performance lithium-ion battery packs.

Here’s how electric cars work: charging gives the batteries chemical energy, which is then ‘discharged’ as electric current to power the vehicle’s connected motor. As the vehicle is driven, our regenerative braking system recovers some energy, usually lost through coasting or braking, to extend the vehicle’s electric range.

OUR BATTERIES

Lithium-ion batteries are by far the best option for EVs available today, and we use them in all of our hybrid and electric cars. There are differences in size and power and chemistry, depending on the demands of the vehicle.

HOW LONG DOES AN ELECTRIC CAR BATTERY LAST?

Electric car batteries are built to last the entire life of the vehicle. They lose a little potency over time, maybe 1-2% a year, which is only noticeable if you drive the car’s maximum range regularly.

The best way to optimise battery lifespan is to drive smoothly and avoid extreme temperatures when possible.

ELECTRIC CAR BATTERY RECYCLING

At the end of a battery's life, up to 95% of the elements used in manufacture can be recycled and used to make new EV batteries.

We're working with partners to develop closed-loop EV battery recycling — targeting zero-waste manufacture and making electric vehicles more affordable.

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CARING FOR YOUR EV BATTERY

Always ensure you follow the charging guidance for your particular car's battery. Explore how to care for your Ford all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle battery.

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REPAIR

Very occasionally, a battery will have a minor fault. We will repair it as quickly and easily as possible. And if we can’t, we’ll replace it with a new one.