Kia Sorento New Lucas Battery

The 10-year-old battery is to blame for Kia Sorento’s starting issues, by Eric at Pellon Tyres, Halifax

We were enjoying our first brew of the day on a chilly and soggy Monday morning when a customer arrived on our forecourt with a really sour-sounding engine. The car in question? A **Kia Sorento**, a robust and well-liked SUV, is a common sight on UK roads, particularly in hilly areas like our charming town of **Halifax**.

The gentleman clarified that the automobile had been sluggish to start for a few weeks, particularly on chilly mornings, and that it had almost refused to start today. He prudently brought it in so we could properly examine it.

Initial Steps: Battery Test

We started working on our standard testing procedure. Dale, our battery and diagnostics specialist, promptly determined the cause: the battery was nearing its end of life. It should come as no surprise that we found the date code to be **10 years old!**

An automobile battery boasts an impressive lifespan** of 10 years. These days, the average automobile battery lasts **4 to 7 years**, depending on conditions, usage, and, of course, the good old British weather.

Let’s be honest: Halifax experiences a good number of rainy mornings, cold starts, and brief trips up and down steep roads. Car batteries suffer as a result of all of this.

A Brief Overview of the Kia Sorento

For those who do not know, the **Kia Sorento** is a mid-size SUV that was introduced to the UK market in 2003. Although it was first designed with families and drivers who desired a little more room and comfort in mind, it has also established a good reputation for dependability and stability.

Some Land Rover drivers were startled by the early Sorentos’ off-road capabilities because they were built on a genuine ladder-frame chassis. However, with all the modern conveniences, the Sorento has become more of a family-friendly highway cruiser over time. They still retain some of their rough appeal, though, and you can still see the older ones battling on in locations like **Ogden**, **Elland**, and **Hebden Bridge**.

Aside from the worn-out battery, our customer’s Sorento was a second-generation model, most likely a **2014 reg**, and it was still in good condition and had been well-maintained.

The Reasons Car Batteries Die, Particularly Up Here

Living in **West Yorkshire** doesn’t help either. Car batteries don’t just quit working for no reason; there are generally a few contributing variables. Here are some typical explanations for why we wind up altering so many:

Cold Weather – Cold temperatures cause batteries to lose their power. Every time there is a frost, we observe an increase in battery-related problems.
Short Visits – Halifax isn’t particularly flat, and we don’t have an abundance of dual carriageways. Your battery won’t have enough time to recharge if you drive quickly.
Old Age – Some simply survive longer than others, much like the battery in this Kia. However, if you’re in the 7–10 year bracket, you’re in a vulnerable position.
Inadequate Charging – Your battery won’t stay charged if the alternator isn’t working properly or if the belt is slipping.
Sitting Motionless – Vehicles with seldom use – particularly during lockdowns or the winter – frequently experience dead or flat batteries.

Has a New Battery Been Installed—Ready for Another Decade?

The customer authorised us to install a new **Lucas** battery, one of our favourite and most reliable brands, when we were certain that the battery was the issue. About **20 minutes** were needed for the fitting, and we always make sure to check the charging system during that time.

With the Sorento now starting every time, we quickly had the customer back on the road. Good times!

Local Tip: Avoid Waiting Too Long

It might be time to **get your battery checked** if you live in the Halifax area and your car is beginning to have trouble on chilly mornings. Here at Pellon Tyres, we provide a **free battery check** that could prevent you from needing a jump start on a chilly school run morning. It takes no more than five to ten minutes.

Whether you drive a Ford, Kia, or something else entirely, we are always here to help.

Do yourself a favour and stop by to see us if you’re driving an older Sorento that still has its original battery. Having maintained Halifax since **1989**, we are able to recognise a dead battery!

Keep yourself warm and safe outside.

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