How much does a car battery replacement cost in the UK?

The average cost of a replacement car battery in the UK is between £100 to £400, depending on various factors like size or type, brand, quality and warranty. We’ll dive into the costs for each car make and how other factors can impact your bill below.

How long does it take to replace a car battery?

In most cases, replacing a car battery takes between 30 minutes to an hour. However, this can be extended by up to five hours if complications arise or perhaps if there's difficulty sourcing a replacement battery, then it could be a few days.

Do I need a new battery for my Lotus Evora?

If you decide you need a new battery, you are not limited to a Lotus brand or type. Battery sizes and configurations (post locations) are defined by "Group Size", and the Evora uses a Group Size 48. The Group Size 91 is slightly smaller with correct post locations, and will work, but is usually more expensive (less volume sold) than the 48.

Do car batteries need to be replaced?

While there are steps you can take to maintain your car battery and maximise its lifespan, all car batteries will deteriorate over time and eventually need replacing. As your battery reaches this stage, you might find it’s more difficult to start your car when it’s cold.

Why is Lotus so expensive?

What starts getting pricier are the Lotus-only parts. For example, someone keyed one of my headlamps once; new replacement headlamps are ~$2-2.5k but fortunately insurance covered this for me. Other things are also pricey too due to being low-production.

How do I replace my old car battery?

With our mobile car battery replacement service, one of our trained experts can visit your home or workplace and swiftly swap your old car battery for a new one. Here's what you need to know: Enter your vehicle registration number and postcode online. Look out for ‘Mobile fitting available’ icon that will appear on selected products.