Well my 2016 Accord needed a jump this morning. I'm pretty sure it is the factory battery, so I know I was already on borrowed time.
I am planning to replace it with an AGM 51R - thinking either the DieHard Platinum (Part # 51R-AGM) or a Super Start Platinum (Part # 51RPLT). My options seem somewhat limited presumably due to the size and the reverse terminal position. I'm leaning towards the Super Start due to more reviews and slightly higher CCA.
The reasons why I'm considering an AGM are:
- Longevity - planning to keep the vehicle for a long time still, although to be fair the Honda battery has lasted a very long time.
- The car sits for longer stretches at times / also is sometimes short tripped (~10 minute drives)
- 51R is kind of a small battery - Honda put these smaller batteries in the 4-cylinder models. I'm aware you can buy the parts for a V6 Accord to "upgrade" to the larger battery. I'd rather go this route if it makes sense / AGM would help.
- Personal experience - I've been impressed with how long I've seen AGM batteries last in other family / friends' vehicles.
- Location - I live in Michigan where we have decent temperature swings
- Podcast Recommendation - One of my favorite automotive podcasts, Under the Hood Show, often recommend that people switch to AGM. They do so without referencing any particular brand.
Other than cost, is there any reason I shouldn't get an AGM battery? I know there are small differences in charging rates / expected voltage when comparing Flooded vs. AGM, but surely battery manufacturers have taken this into account?
I am planning to replace it with an AGM 51R - thinking either the DieHard Platinum (Part # 51R-AGM) or a Super Start Platinum (Part # 51RPLT). My options seem somewhat limited presumably due to the size and the reverse terminal position. I'm leaning towards the Super Start due to more reviews and slightly higher CCA.
The reasons why I'm considering an AGM are:
- Longevity - planning to keep the vehicle for a long time still, although to be fair the Honda battery has lasted a very long time.
- The car sits for longer stretches at times / also is sometimes short tripped (~10 minute drives)
- 51R is kind of a small battery - Honda put these smaller batteries in the 4-cylinder models. I'm aware you can buy the parts for a V6 Accord to "upgrade" to the larger battery. I'd rather go this route if it makes sense / AGM would help.
- Personal experience - I've been impressed with how long I've seen AGM batteries last in other family / friends' vehicles.
- Location - I live in Michigan where we have decent temperature swings
- Podcast Recommendation - One of my favorite automotive podcasts, Under the Hood Show, often recommend that people switch to AGM. They do so without referencing any particular brand.
Other than cost, is there any reason I shouldn't get an AGM battery? I know there are small differences in charging rates / expected voltage when comparing Flooded vs. AGM, but surely battery manufacturers have taken this into account?
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