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See Which SUVs Cost the Most for a New Battery
Compare estimated battery replacement prices for 150 popular SUVs, with typical group size, access needs, and registration requirements included.
Dana Kowalczyk
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This table ranks 100 SUV model generation sold in the United Statess by Estimated Installed Cost, highest first, with Estimated Installed Cost, Model Years, Typical BCI Group, Registration Required for every entry and a one-line reason for each position. The figures are model-estimated, not measured; the method and its limits are below. At the top: Rolls-Royce Cullinan (RR31) at 720.
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Model-estimated ranking, methodology below. Every figure is an estimate produced for this table, not a measurement; treat the order as directional.
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| # | SUV | Estimated Installed Cost (USD) | Model Years | Typical BCI Group | Registration Required | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rolls-Royce Cullinan (RR31) | 720 | 2019-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | Dealer-level labor, AGM pricing, and mandatory battery management registration make the Cullinan exceptionally costly. |
| 2 | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV (X296) | 690 | 2023-2026 | H5 (Group 47) AGM | Yes | Restricted access, EV safety procedures, and battery adaptation push its low-voltage replacement cost upward. |
| 3 | Bentley Bentayga (4V) | 675 | 2017-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | A large premium AGM battery, difficult access, and Bentley labor rates produce a very high installed price. |
| 4 | Lamborghini Urus (MLB Evo) | 660 | 2019-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | Premium AGM hardware, extensive trim removal, and battery coding make Urus replacement unusually expensive. |
| 5 | BMW XM (G09) | 645 | 2023-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | Its complex plug-in-hybrid electronics require a high-capacity AGM battery and BMW registration service. |
| 6 | Land Rover Range Rover (L460) | 630 | 2022-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | Tight packaging, a large AGM unit, and a required battery monitoring reset raise the installed cost. |
| 7 | Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 (X167) | 620 | 2021-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | High dealer labor rates and adaptation of its large AGM battery keep the Maybach GLS near the top. |
| 8 | BMW X7 (G07) | 610 | 2019-2026 | H9 (Group 95R) AGM | Yes | The X7 commonly uses an oversized H9 AGM battery that must be electronically registered after installation. |
| 9 | Land Rover Range Rover Sport (L461) | 600 | 2023-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | A high-capacity AGM battery, constrained access, and BMS reset requirements result in elevated replacement expense. |
| 10 | Audi SQ8 (4M8) | 595 | 2020-2026 | H9 AGM | Yes | A large AGM battery, tight packaging, premium labor, and required energy-management registration keep costs high. |
| 11 | Audi Q8 e-tron (GE) | 590 | 2024-2025 | H6 AGM | Yes | Its specialized low-voltage installation and mandatory battery adaptation offset the smaller physical battery size. |
| 12 | Mercedes-Benz G-Class (W465) | 590 | 2025-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | Complex electrical systems, premium AGM specification, and dealer adaptation create a costly battery service. |
| 13 | Land Rover Range Rover (L405) | 585 | 2013-2021 | H8 AGM | Yes | A high-capacity AGM battery, involved access, and battery-monitor reset produce a costly replacement. |
| 14 | Land Rover Range Rover Sport (L494) | 580 | 2014-2022 | H8 AGM | Yes | Premium AGM pricing and the labor and diagnostic steps needed for replacement place it near the top. |
| 15 | Porsche Cayenne (E3) | 580 | 2019-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | Battery coding, labor-intensive access, and Porsche-priced AGM hardware place the E3 Cayenne high in the ranking. |
| 16 | Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (L538) | 575 | 2012-2019 | H8 AGM | Yes | A large AGM battery, tight installation area, and required BMS reset keep replacement costs high. |
| 17 | Porsche Cayenne (E2) | 575 | 2011-2018 | H9 AGM | Yes | The oversized AGM battery is expensive and requires labor-intensive access plus electronic registration. |
| 18 | Audi Q7 (4M) | 570 | 2017-2026 | H9 AGM | Yes | A 105-Ah-class AGM battery and required battery-management coding drive a high installed price. |
| 19 | Audi RS Q8 (4M8) | 570 | 2020-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | The RS Q8 requires a large AGM battery plus diagnostic adaptation at typically high performance-shop rates. |
| 20 | Land Rover LR4 (L319) | 565 | 2010-2016 | H8 AGM | Yes | Its high-capacity AGM battery and Land Rover battery-monitor reset produce a costly installed replacement. |
| 21 | Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 (W167) | 565 | 2021-2026 | H8 AGM | Yes | Its high electrical demand calls for a premium AGM unit and a diagnostic battery-management reset. |
| 22 | Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class (W167) | 560 | 2020-2026 | H8 AGM | Yes | A large AGM battery, premium shop rates, and electronic adaptation make replacement relatively expensive. |
| 23 | Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class (X167) | 560 | 2020-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | Its heavy electrical load calls for a premium AGM battery and a charging-system adaptation procedure. |
| 24 | Land Rover Range Rover (L322) | 555 | 2003-2012 | H8 AGM | Yes | A premium H8 AGM battery and relatively involved installation place this older Range Rover near the top. |
| 25 | Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 (W166) | 555 | 2016-2019 | H8 AGM | Yes | High starting demand and extensive electronics require a costly AGM battery and diagnostic reset. |
| 26 | Audi Q8 (4M8) | 550 | 2019-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | A large AGM battery and required energy-management coding add parts and diagnostic labor costs. |
| 27 | Mercedes-Benz G-Class (W463) | 550 | 2002-2018 | H8 AGM | Yes | A heavy-duty AGM battery and constrained installation in a premium vehicle sustain a high total cost. |
| 28 | Audi SQ5 (FY) | 545 | 2018-2024 | H8 AGM | Yes | The performance drivetrain commonly uses a large AGM battery that must be adapted to the energy-management system. |
| 29 | BMW X3 M (F97) | 545 | 2020-2024 | H8 AGM | Yes | The performance model uses a high-capacity AGM battery that must be electronically registered after installation. |
| 30 | BMW X4 M (F98) | 540 | 2020-2024 | H8 AGM | Yes | A large AGM unit, premium labor, and mandatory BMW battery registration keep the installed price elevated. |
| 31 | Maserati Levante (M161) | 540 | 2017-2024 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | Premium-brand parts pricing, awkward battery access, and a BMS reset make the Levante costly to service. |
| 32 | Audi Q5 (FY) | 535 | 2018-2024 | H7 AGM | Yes | An OE-equivalent AGM battery plus mandatory Audi battery adaptation results in a high installed price. |
| 33 | BMW X5 (F15) | 535 | 2014-2018 | H8 AGM | Yes | Its large AGM battery is costly and replacement includes cargo-area access and electronic registration. |
| 34 | BMW X6 M (F96) | 535 | 2020-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | High electrical demand requires a large AGM battery followed by BMW battery registration. |
| 35 | BMW X6 (F16) | 530 | 2015-2019 | H8 AGM | Yes | Cargo-area battery access and BMW's required energy-management registration add to the large AGM cost. |
| 36 | Porsche Macan (95B) | 530 | 2015-2024 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | The Macan combines a sizable AGM battery, under-floor access work, and diagnostic battery adaptation. |
| 37 | BMW X4 (G02) | 525 | 2019-2024 | H7 AGM | Yes | The X4 combines a premium H7 AGM battery with BMW registration and moderate access labor. |
| 38 | BMW X5 M (F95) | 525 | 2020-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | Its high-output electronics favor an expensive H8 AGM battery that must be registered to the vehicle. |
| 39 | Land Rover Range Rover Velar (L560) | 525 | 2018-2025 | H8 AGM | Yes | A substantial AGM battery and required battery-monitoring reset raise both parts and service expense. |
| 40 | BMW X3 (G01) | 520 | 2018-2024 | H7 AGM | Yes | Its trunk-mounted AGM battery requires BMW registration, raising labor and equipment charges. |
| 41 | Jaguar F-Pace (X761) | 520 | 2017-2026 | H8 AGM | Yes | The large AGM battery and diagnostic BMS reset make this premium SUV more expensive than mainstream models. |
| 42 | Land Rover Defender (L663) | 520 | 2020-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | The Defender's large AGM battery, packaging, and battery monitoring reset increase the installed price. |
| 43 | Audi SQ7 (4M) | 515 | 2020-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | A high-capacity AGM unit and required energy-management adaptation make SQ7 replacement more labor intensive. |
| 44 | Jeep Grand Cherokee (WL) | 515 | 2022-present | H7 AGM | No | A high-capacity AGM main battery and constrained underhood packaging make replacement comparatively expensive. |
| 45 | Volvo XC60 (second generation) | 515 | 2018-2026 | H7 AGM | Yes | Start-stop hardware, an AGM main battery, and battery-monitoring initialization create a sizable service bill. |
| 46 | BMW X6 (G06) | 510 | 2020-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | The G06 typically needs a premium AGM battery plus electronic registration to preserve charging strategy. |
| 47 | Land Rover Discovery Sport (L550) | 510 | 2015-2025 | H6 AGM | Yes | AGM construction, awkward access, and a required battery-monitor reset lift the price despite moderate capacity. |
| 48 | BMW X5 (G05) | 505 | 2019-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | A large AGM battery and mandatory BMW registration produce a higher-than-average installed replacement cost. |
| 49 | Jeep Wrangler (JL) | 505 | 2018-present | H6 AGM | No | Start-stop hardware and difficult battery access add labor even when only the primary AGM battery is replaced. |
| 50 | Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (L551) | 505 | 2020-2025 | H6 AGM | Yes | Its start-stop AGM battery requires careful installation and electronic BMS configuration. |
| 51 | Jeep Wagoneer (WS) | 500 | 2022-present | H8 AGM | No | The Wagoneer's substantial electrical load calls for a large premium AGM battery with above-average installation cost. |
| 52 | Land Rover Discovery (L462) | 500 | 2017-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | Large battery capacity, difficult access, and a BMS reset keep the Discovery among the costlier SUVs. |
| 53 | Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class (X166) | 500 | 2017-2019 | H8 AGM | Yes | A large AGM battery and premium diagnostic labor keep replacement cost above most full-size SUVs. |
| 54 | Aston Martin DBX (AM8) | 495 | 2021-present | H8 AGM | Yes | Premium AGM pricing, restricted access, and required battery management setup keep replacement costs high. |
| 55 | Audi e-tron (GE) | 495 | 2019-2023 | H6 AGM | Yes | Specialized EV service procedures and low-voltage battery adaptation make the installed cost comparatively high. |
| 56 | Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S (W167) | 495 | 2021-2026 | H8 (Group 49) AGM | Yes | Performance electronics demand a premium AGM battery and diagnostic confirmation of the replacement. |
| 57 | Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class (W166) | 495 | 2016-2019 | H8 AGM | Yes | A large AGM battery and Mercedes energy-management reset keep the installed replacement near $500. |
| 58 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class (W166) | 490 | 2012-2015 | H8 AGM | Yes | Its high-capacity AGM battery, concealed location, and system reset requirement increase the total cost. |
| 59 | Tesla Model X (first generation) | 490 | 2016-present | Proprietary low-voltage | Yes | A proprietary low-voltage battery and service-mode procedures make replacement costlier than a standard AGM job. |
| 60 | Volkswagen Touareg (7P) | 490 | 2011-2017 | H9 AGM | Yes | The very large AGM battery is mounted beneath the seat, adding access labor and coding expense. |
| 61 | Volvo XC90 (second generation) | 490 | 2016-2026 | H7 (Group 94R) AGM | Yes | The XC90 uses a premium AGM main battery and requires a battery monitoring system reset after replacement. |
| 62 | Alfa Romeo Stelvio (949) | 485 | 2018-2025 | H8 AGM | Yes | A high-capacity AGM battery and sensitive charging management require a properly coded replacement. |
| 63 | Land Rover Range Rover Sport (L320) | 485 | 2006-2013 | H8 AGM | Yes | Its large AGM battery, tight installation area, and electronic registration support a high installed price. |
| 64 | Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class (X254) | 485 | 2023-present | H6 AGM | Yes | Modern electrical demands, AGM construction, and battery-management coding make replacement relatively costly. |
| 65 | Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class (X253) | 480 | 2016-2022 | H7 AGM | Yes | A premium AGM unit and required battery-management reset put the GLC above most mainstream SUVs. |
| 66 | Porsche Cayenne (E1) | 480 | 2003-2010 | H8 AGM | Yes | A large premium AGM battery and labor-intensive under-seat access raise the typical replacement bill. |
| 67 | Audi Q3 (F3) | 475 | 2019-present | H6 AGM | Yes | OE-equivalent AGM pricing and mandatory energy-management adaptation place this compact SUV near the top. |
| 68 | Audi SQ5 (8R) | 475 | 2014-2017 | H8 AGM | Yes | The supercharged SQ5 typically needs a large AGM battery plus Audi energy-management adaptation. |
| 69 | Genesis GV80 (JX1) | 475 | 2021-2026 | H8 AGM | Recommended | Its premium electrical load favors a large AGM battery, while a BMS reset adds modest service time. |
| 70 | Audi Q5 (8R) | 470 | 2009-2017 | H7 AGM | Yes | Battery adaptation and a European-size AGM replacement create a higher bill than simpler compact SUVs. |
| 71 | Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class (X247) | 470 | 2020-present | H6 AGM | Yes | A premium AGM battery plus diagnostic confirmation and battery-management reset increase installed cost. |
| 72 | Cadillac Escalade (GMT1XX) | 465 | 2021-2026 | H7 AGM | No | A large start-stop AGM battery is expensive, but straightforward access and no formal registration limit labor. |
| 73 | Jaguar E-Pace (X540) | 465 | 2018-2024 | H6 AGM | Yes | An AGM battery and Jaguar BMS reset requirement add expense despite the E-Pace's compact dimensions. |
| 74 | Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class (H247) | 465 | 2021-present | H6 AGM | Yes | Its AGM specification and required charging-system registration add parts and diagnostic expense. |
| 75 | BMW X2 (U10) | 460 | 2024-present | H5 AGM | Yes | The smaller battery remains expensive because it is AGM-equipped and must be registered electronically. |
| 76 | BMW X3 (F25) | 460 | 2011-2017 | H8 AGM | Yes | A high-capacity AGM battery and BMW battery registration make this generation relatively expensive to service. |
| 77 | BMW X1 (U11) | 455 | 2023-present | H5 AGM | Yes | A compact AGM battery, dense engine bay, and BMW registration procedure sustain a premium installed cost. |
| 78 | BMW X4 (F26) | 455 | 2015-2018 | H8 AGM | Yes | The large AGM unit and required electronic registration produce a premium installed replacement cost. |
| 79 | BMW X1 (F48) | 450 | 2016-2022 | H6 AGM | Yes | Start-stop AGM hardware and BMW registration requirements keep the smaller X1's battery job costly. |
| 80 | Volvo XC40 (First Generation) | 450 | 2019-present | H6 AGM | Yes | Its start-stop AGM battery requires a battery-monitoring reset, adding shop time to the replacement. |
| 81 | BMW X2 (F39) | 445 | 2018-2023 | H6 AGM | Yes | Its start-stop AGM battery needs electronic registration, adding labor and scan-tool charges. |
| 82 | Mercedes-Benz EQB (X243) | 445 | 2022-2025 | H5 AGM | Yes | The specialized low-voltage AGM battery and diagnostic commissioning offset its relatively small size. |
| 83 | Lincoln Navigator (U554) | 440 | 2018-2024 | H7 AGM | Yes | A large AGM battery and Ford-family BMS reset give the Navigator a premium replacement total. |
| 84 | Volvo XC90 (first generation) | 440 | 2003-2014 | H8 AGM | Yes | A large European AGM battery and charging-system reset place the original XC90 above mainstream SUVs. |
| 85 | Ford Expedition (U553) | 435 | 2018-2024 | H7 AGM | Yes | High electrical demand calls for an H7 AGM battery, while the BMS reset adds modest labor. |
| 86 | Volvo XC60 (first generation) | 435 | 2010-2017 | H7 AGM | Yes | The high-capacity AGM battery and battery-monitor reset add expense beyond a basic replacement. |
| 87 | Genesis GV70 (JK1) | 430 | 2022-present | H7 AGM | Yes | The GV70's premium AGM battery and battery-sensor initialization place it above typical compact SUVs. |
| 88 | Lincoln Aviator (U611) | 430 | 2020-present | H7 AGM | Yes | A large start-stop AGM battery and Ford battery-monitor reset support its elevated installed cost. |
| 89 | Cadillac XT6 (C1XX) | 425 | 2020-present | H7 AGM | No | A sizable start-stop AGM battery drives the cost, though no formal battery registration is normally needed. |
| 90 | Volkswagen Atlas (CA1) | 425 | 2018-present | H6 AGM | Yes | AGM construction and Volkswagen battery adaptation add diagnostic labor to an otherwise accessible installation. |
| 91 | Cadillac XT5 (C1UL) | 420 | 2017-present | H6 AGM | Yes | Start-stop AGM requirements and a battery-sensor reset make the XT5 costlier than simpler midsize SUVs. |
| 92 | Lexus LX 600 (J300) | 415 | 2022-present | H8 AGM | No | Its large premium AGM battery is expensive, though straightforward access limits added labor. |
| 93 | Lexus GX 550 (J250) | 410 | 2024-present | H7 AGM | No | A high-output AGM battery drives the price, while the conventional installation avoids registration charges. |
| 94 | Acura MDX (YD4) | 405 | 2022-present | H6 AGM | No | The modern start-stop AGM battery carries a premium, but replacement labor and relearn needs remain moderate. |
| 95 | Infiniti QX80 (Z62) | 400 | 2011-2024 | H8 AGM | No | A large high-capacity battery raises parts cost, while easy engine-bay access restrains labor expense. |
| 96 | Ford Bronco (U725) | 395 | 2021-present | H7 AGM | Yes | Its high-capacity AGM battery and required battery-monitor reset lift the installed total. |
| 97 | Chevrolet Tahoe (GMT1XX) | 390 | 2021-present | H7 AGM | No | A sizable AGM battery dominates the bill, but conventional underhood access keeps labor reasonable. |
| 98 | GMC Yukon (GMT1XX) | 385 | 2021-present | H7 AGM | No | The Yukon uses a costly high-capacity AGM unit, offset by a relatively direct underhood installation. |
| 99 | Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK2) | 380 | 2011-2022 | H7 AGM | No | Its large AGM main battery is moderately expensive, though the charging system normally self-adapts. |
| 100 | Dodge Durango (WD) | 375 | 2011-present | H7 AGM | No | A high-capacity AGM battery raises parts expense, while common hardware and no registration contain labor cost. |
Methodology. Costs estimate a typical US retail replacement using an OE-equivalent battery, standard labor, and the returned-core discount. Estimates reflect the most common battery and engine configuration for each generation. Actual prices vary by trim, region, battery brand, shop rate, and registration requirements. Rows are ranked by Estimated Installed Cost (highest first); the rationale column states why each entry sits where it does.
How This Ranking Was Built
Costs estimate a typical US retail replacement using an OE-equivalent battery, standard labor, and the returned-core discount. Estimates reflect the most common battery and engine configuration for each generation. Actual prices vary by trim, region, battery brand, shop rate, and registration requirements. This is a model-estimated ranking: the values were produced by a language model asked for consistent estimates across rows, then sorted and rank-checked by code. Treat the order as directional and check any single figure against a primary source before relying on it.