LFP vs Lead-Acid: Real 5-Year Cost
By Engineering Team
· 30 Jan 2026
· 2 min read
Lead-acid battery cost: ~Rs 45,000. LFP battery cost: ~Rs 95,000.
Most buyers stop there. Let us go further.
LIFE
- Lead-acid: 500-700 cycles (change every 12-18 months)
- LFP: 2500+ cycles (6+ years)
5-YEAR COST
- Lead-acid: Rs 45K x 3 times + more energy loss = Rs 1,60,000
- LFP: Rs 95K x 1 = Rs 95,000
WINNER: LFP saves Rs 65,000 net + holds range better + safer + cleaner to dispose.

