We haven’t replaced our 2011 Expy’s battery in about four years. We’ve got two choices now. Both are 850 amps and winter rated. One is the Motorcraft, which has a three-year warranty, and the other is Napa with a four-year warranty. The Napa one costs 21% more for just one extra year of warranty. It gets really cold where we live, and the car’s electrical system struggles a lot in the winter. Has anyone had experience with either of these brands in cold weather? I’d love to hear your thoughts.
I would go with a Walmart battery. There are just a few battery manufacturers in the country. This could have changed, so it’s worth doing a little research. Johnson Controls makes batteries for Walmart and Motorcraft, so you’re getting the same battery but with a different label.
@Bao
Yeah, I’d do the same and just grab a Walmart one. Or even a Sam’s or Costco battery. I would also go for the AGM type, especially with the cold weather.
@Bao
And it’s cheaper too.
Optima AGM batteries are really good. They last a long time and work great in cold weather.
I’d pick Motorcraft.
Diehard AGM, Optima AGM, or anything AGM really. I’ve had great luck with those in cold conditions.