Using recorded data of my 2019 Model 3 Standard Range Plus, here is the projected battery life to 70% capacity, the value that Tesla uses for a warranty battery replacement. I am beyond warranty so I will pay about $13,000 to replace it:
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- Six years, 150,000 miles on the original battery (2170 cells)
- Tesla battery test report 77%, 70% is Tesla threshold
- Replacement sometime in 2025, $13,000 estimate
I have always known the battery would age and this is well within my expectations. Other parts age too like front end suspension and steering parts. Some minor paint scratches and other odds and ends, the car still meets my requirements for an exceptionally efficient ride, ~$2.50/100 miles City and ~$7.00/100 miles Highway.
With six years of experience, I also know how to extend the next battery service life. Since I am 75 years old, it should be good until I am 82 or older. Looking forward to the future.
Bob Wilson