Need to replace your car battery? Whether your vehicle won’t start or you’re planning ahead, it helps to know how much a new battery will cost in 2025. Prices vary depending on the type of car, battery brand, and where you purchase and install it. Below, we break down the costs for gas-powered, hybrid, and electric vehicles.
What you need to know:
- A standard car battery costs between $90 and $250 in 2025 (excluding installation).
- Battery installation adds another $20 to $90 depending on location and complexity.
- Electric vehicle (EV) battery replacements cost between $5,000 and $20,000+.
- Hybrid car battery replacement costs range from $1,500 to $8,000.
How much is a new car battery at AutoZone and Walmart?
- AutoZone: Offers batteries from around $100 to $220. Most locations provide free installation with purchase if the job is simple.
- Walmart: Sells EverStart batteries for $90 to $160. Installation may cost an additional $10–$15 at Auto Care Centers.
Cost of EV and hybrid car batteries
Electric and hybrid vehicles use high-voltage battery packs that are significantly more expensive than regular car batteries. Here’s what to expect in 2025:
| Vehicle Type | Battery Replacement Cost |
|---|---|
| Hybrid (e.g., Toyota Prius) | $1,500 – $4,000 |
| Hybrid (e.g., Honda Insight) | $2,500 – $5,500 |
| Electric Car (most models) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Tesla Model 3 / Y | $10,000 – $15,000 |
| Tesla Model S / X | $12,000 – $20,000+ |
Note: If your EV or hybrid is still under warranty (often 8–10 years or 100,000–150,000 miles), the battery may be replaced at no cost.
Where can you get installation?
Many auto parts stores and services offer installation, sometimes free with battery purchase:
- AutoZone: Free battery installation for most models.
- Advance Auto Parts: Free installation on eligible vehicles.
- AAA: Mobile battery replacement and installation (battery + service: typically $180–$300).
- Walmart: Offers installation at select Auto Care Centers for a small fee.
Other potential costs
- Battery testing: Usually free at major auto parts retailers.
- Core charge: $10–$20 (often refunded when you return your old battery).
- Recycling fee: May apply in some states but often waived with trade-in.
Whether you’re driving a gas car, hybrid, or fully electric vehicle, staying on top of your battery health ensures reliability—and knowing what it costs makes budgeting easier.