Ownership and reliability
Do AION cars require less maintenance than ICE vehicles?
Yes. AION cars, like all EVs, have fewer mechanical parts, meaning no oil changes or complex exhaust and fuel systems to investigate if things go wrong, making servicing simpler and cheaper.
Are electric cars low maintenance?
Generally, yes. They need brakes, tyres and typical checks, but they don’t need things like oil changes, fuel filters, spark plugs, belts or exhaust maintenance.
How does cold weather impact reliability of an AION car?
Some electric vehicles can struggle when extremes of temperature impact the performance of their batteries, leading to reduced range and slower charging.
AION batteries however, feature heat resistant protective layers and integral cooling systems. This helps them stay at the right temperature for optimum performance, making them far less affected by very hot or very cold weather. The result? A battery that performs consistently better, for longer.
Is the claimed range realistic?
The driving range of our cars is measured using the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure – more commonly known as the WLTP.
Two figures are produced – one, the ‘combined’ range, designed to mimic an average journey, mixing open road driving and the stop-start of urban driving; and two, the ‘city’ range which assumes the best-case range in urban use.
Because EVs recover energy through regenerative braking and use less power at lower speeds, the WLTP city range is higher than the combined figure. The WLTP tests show that the AION V for example can do up to 317 miles of combined driving on a single full charge.
An EV’s real range can also depend on speed, load, driving style, air con use. etc. There are a lot of different factors at play, but what the WLTP combined figure tries to do is approximate an average realistic driving scenario.
What drains an electric car battery the most?
High speed driving, heavy acceleration, steep hills and prolonged use of heating or air conditioning are the biggest drains on an electric car’s battery.
What happens if an AION car runs out of power?
Like a petrol car running out, you’ll eventually be immobilised. Low charge warnings will let you know in advance of this happening to ensure you can come to safe stop. If you do run out, roadside recovery and mobile charging services can help, but such scenarios can be easily avoided with a little planning in terms of your charging schedule.
What happens if the battery degrades?
All batteries slowly lose capacity over time. AION’s 8-year battery warranty* covers against significant degradation within that time. In the long-run, reduced capacity may start to lower a car’s range but doesn’t usually make the car unusable.
How much does it cost to replace an AION electric car battery?
Costs vary by size and model and are changing over time. But every AION car comes with an 8-year battery warranty* and features a battery designed to deliver consistent high performance for many years.
If you ever do need to replace your battery outside of the 8-year warranty* it can be a significant expense, but battery refurbishment and recycling programmes exist that can reduce the cost of replacement.
How are electric car batteries recycled?
Batteries are recovered, disassembled and valuable materials (like lithium, nickel, cobalt) are reclaimed for reuse. Recycling methods are improving fast to reduce waste and environmental impact.
Are lithium batteries worse than fossil fuels?
No. While battery production has an environmental footprint, EVs typically produce lower lifetime carbon emissions than petrol cars once charging is decarbonised. The recycling of battery materials as reduces the long-term environmental impact.
What is the lifespan of an AION car?
AION cars are well-crafted durable and will, if taken correct care of, last for decades. As with any electric vehicle, the battery will gradually lose some capacity over the long-term but will remain useful for over a decade and can be replaced or refurbished. Overall battery lifespan will depend on usage, maintenance and charging habits.
What warranty does AION offer?
AION offers an 8-year bumper-to-bumper vehicle warranty and an 8-year battery warranty on every car.*
Are electrical issues covered by AION’s warranty?
Yes.
What does an AION battery warranty cover?
Our battery warranties cover manufacturing faults and capacity dropping below a specified threshold for a set period (for example years/km).
Can AION cars be flat towed?
Like many EVs, AION cars should not be flat towed with all wheels on the ground as it can damage the motors. In the event of a breakdown, AION cars should be loaded onto a flat-bed truck instead of being towed by a rescue vehicle.
