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How much does the battery degrade over the years and kilometres?

The long-term experiences of Reddit users are very positive here. The cell degradation curve is somewhat steeper at first, but then flattens out dramatically. After about 5 to 6 years of constant use, most drivers report a capacity loss of just 8% to 12%. As long as the battery is not permanently pushed to its limit at extreme temperatures, it usually outlasts the rest of the car by a wide margin.

The long-term experiences of Reddit users are very positive here. The cell degradation curve is somewhat steeper at first, but then flattens out dramatically. After about 5 to 6 years of constant use, most drivers report a capacity loss of just 8% to 12%. As long as the battery is not permanently pushed to its limit at extreme temperatures, it usually outlasts the rest of the car by a wide margin.

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