EV Battery Cycle Life Estimator
Every charge cycle is one step on the battery's journey. See how many cycles you've used, how many remain, and how many years of life your battery has left.
Cycles per year
Cycles per full battery life
Years of battery life
Range per full cycle
Battery life by chemistry
| Chemistry | Rated cycles | km per cycle | Total lifetime km |
|---|---|---|---|
| NMC / NCA | 1,500-2,000 | ~270 | 400,000-540,000 |
| LFP | 3,000-5,000 | ~270 | 800,000-1,350,000 |
Real-world life is usually shorter than rated due to heat and fast charging — but still far beyond what most owners drive.
Frequently asked questions
What is a battery charge cycle?
One cycle is using 100% of battery capacity — whether in one go or across several charges. Charging from 50% to 100% twice equals one cycle.
How many cycles does an EV battery last?
NMC batteries are rated for 1,000-2,000 cycles; LFP for 3,000-5,000+. At a typical 300 km per cycle, that's 300,000-1,500,000 km of rated life.
Does fast charging count as more cycles?
No — a cycle is energy-based, not charge-method-based. But fast charging in heat accelerates degradation, effectively shortening the useful cycle count.
How many cycles have I used?
Divide your total battery energy used by your battery capacity. Roughly: (total km × consumption) ÷ battery kWh = full cycles. Most drivers use 50-150 cycles per year.