LFP Vs NCA? One more desirable?

[C4sxm5]

I have a M3 SR on order with an eta delivery date of November-December and was contacted today by my SA that they have one as I spec for immediate delivery if I want.

Only thing is it has a China made battery vs US.

is there something negative about m3 with China batteries?

 

[UncertainTimes]

Search LFP battery

 

[hlin07]

If you check the tesla website, all new SR+ orders are now 262 miles which means LFP batteries. I believe currently LFP batteries are only coming from China, so chances are you may be getting the LFP battery anyway.

 

[C4sxm5]

If you check the tesla website, all new SR+ orders are now 262 miles which means LFP batteries. I believe currently LFP batteries are only coming from China, so chances are you may be getting the LFP battery anyway.

Correct but the ones that are available now in existing inventory show 253 range and my local SA is stating these all have China batteries. Worries on resale and any long term issues.

 

[hlin07]

Correct but the ones that are available now in existing inventory show 253 range and my local SA is stating these all have China batteries. Worries on resale and any long term issues.

People who have gotten deliveries of the LFP battery cars have posted pictures of the window sticker showing EPA rating of 262 miles. Unless CATL from China is now sharing its battery technology with Panasonic or any other battery provider, chances are new SR+ will be getting Chinese batteries in the foreseeable future.

 

[tezlam3]

just picked up an existing inventory SR+, delivery at the end of the month

 

[CyberGus]

You eat Chinese batteries and you're hungry again 2 hours later

 

[tezlam3]

You eat Chinese batteries and you're hungry again 2 hours later

sounds about right

 

[Tam]

Correct but the ones that are available now in existing inventory show 253 range and my local SA is stating these all have China batteries. Worries on resale and any long term issues.

It's true the Chinese LFP has only 253 which is 10 miles less than the US version of 263 but there's a small print: You don't have to worry about your Chinese battery longevity when you charge 100% all the time, every time which you do need to worry with the US version.

 

[UncertainTimes]

You eat Chinese batteries and you're hungry again 2 hours later

Or you feel sick and sleepy

 

[cali8484]

I have a M3 SR on order with an eta delivery date of November-December and was contacted today by my SA that they have one as I spec for immediate delivery if I want.

Only thing is it has a China made battery vs US.

is there something negative about m3 with China batteries?

It might actually be better because LFP is a safer chemistry.

 

[OldPro]

My buddy in New Zealand has an order for a Model 3 coming in late May. His will have the LFP battery which he believes provides some benefits.

 

[OldPro]

I have a M3 SR on order with an eta delivery date of November-December and was contacted today by my SA that they have one as I spec for immediate delivery if I want.

Only thing is it has a China made battery vs US.

is there something negative about m3 with China batteries?

Has limitations for cold weather I understand?

 

[jjrandorin]

All Standard range Model 3s have the LFP battery now.

(moderator note)

Thread title changed as the original one was no longer accurate, and was somewhat xenophobic.

 

[MilesAR]

LFP if you want:
Being able to charge up to 100 percent regularly.
Longer lifespan.
Less likely to catch fire.

 

[CyberGus]

 

[BMWM3Man]

We got a SRP LFP in September and specifically chose it. We wanted the ability to charge 100% every time and get full range. This care is used as a daily commuter and its just less to worry about. Back then I believe Tesla was saying 253 Range for LFP and 261 for NCA but at 80% that's 209 and at 90% that's 234...

I just picked up our second M3 LR and it doesn't have LFP but with the additional range 80/90% charge is fine by me.

 

[3sr+buyer]

EPA ratings for the SR+/RWD:

2021 with LNCA battery: 150/133 MPGe, 263 miles range
2021 with LFP battery: 149/132 MPGe, 253 miles range (based on a window sticker photo posted here)
2022 with LFP battery: 138/126 MPGe, 272 miles range

 

[BMWM3Man]

EPA ratings for the SR+/RWD:

2021 with LNCA battery: 150/133 MPGe, 263 miles range
2021 with LFP battery: 149/132 MPGe, 253 miles range (based on a window sticker photo posted here)
2022 with LFP battery: 138/126 MPGe, 272 miles range

But then you have to take in consideration...charging to 80% or 100%...no?

 

[3sr+buyer]

But then you have to take in consideration...charging to 80% or 100%...no?

Yes, with the LNCA battery, you would have to manage the charging more (i.e. charge to a lower target level when you do not need the entire range) if you want long battery life and maximum range on trips.