One of the most frustrating experiences of using an electric golf cart might be running out of battery charge. When comparing gas vs. electric golf carts, a common question is, “How far will my electric golf cart go on a full charge?”
The average range of the electric golf cart is 8-10 miles on a lead-acid battery. Lithium batteries cover up to 100 miles on a single full charge.
Lithium batteries feature a longer battery life and a speedy charging time. Thus, luxury golf carts with lithium batteries give you a more extended range and faster recharging.
On the other hand, lead-acid batteries take a long time to recharge and can only give you eight miles of continuous use.
Therefore, when purchasing an electric golf cart, inquire about the battery type.
Factors Impacting How Far Electric Golf Carts Travel
Battery type is a critical component of how far your electric golf cart goes on a single charge. However, additional factors influence the range your electric golf cart can travel.
Battery Voltage: The Smaller the Battery, the Better the Run Time
The three different battery sizes for the golf carts are 6V, 8V, and 12V batteries. Generally, the electric cart run time relates to the battery voltage rating.
In that regard, a 48-volt golf cart with six 8-volt batteries covers a longer distance than a 48-volt golf cart with four 12-volt batteries.
Battery Quality
While the battery manufacturers apply similar technologies in battery products, some ensure better quality batteries than others.
The manufacturers of luxury golf carts stick with reputable battery manufacturers. A reputable battery manufacturer ensures their batteries deliver a longer run time and overall longevity.
When shopping for replacement batteries for your golf cart, look for a reputable brand.
Additional Accessories On Your Golf Cart
Today, golf cart manufacturers include various fun accessories in golf carts. Examples include a high-quality stereo with Bluetooth connectivity, a GPS navigator, and other electric accessories. Ideally, the extras may eat up battery usage, resulting in a reduced run time.
To extend the battery runtime, switch off such accessories when you do not need them.
Driving Habits and Battery Maintenance
Finally, driving style affects the battery’s runtime. For instance, driving uphill most of the time and carrying a heavy load puts strain on your engine and consumes more battery charge.
When it comes to battery maintenance, avoid mixing new and used batteries. The range per single charge will reduce significantly if you mix old batteries with new ones.
How Long Does It Take to Charge a Golf Cart?
A good charger should get the lithium battery to full recharge within a few hours. However, some batteries take much longer to charge. The reason charging times vary includes discharge level, battery age, maintenance, and battery type and quality.
What Should I Look for in Golf Cart Batteries?
If you are in the market to purchase an electric golf cart, consider the battery type (i.e., lithium, AGM, or lead-acid). Lithium batteries provide more mileage than lead-acid batteries on a single charge. Other factors to consider include battery age, voltage, and amperage.
How Do I Know If My Golf Cart Battery is Bad?
If your battery is bad, you may experience charging issues, battery terminal issues, power does not seem to hold long, or decreased output/power. While the battery will not last forever, regular checks can extend its life.
LUXE Electric Car
LUXE Electric Car is the only luxury, custom, electric golf car manufacturer in the Coachella Valley.
Not only does LUXE Electric Car custom build them right here in the desert, but their showroom, located at 74-125 Hwy 111, Palm Desert, is open and ready to help you decide which style and extras you want for your next new golf cart.
As one of the leading electric golf cart companies in the United States, they are also the trailblazers for innovation, including the power plants.
Seeing the future in power shifting from lead-acid batteries to lithium, LUXE Electric Car can not only fit your new car with batteries that need no maintenance, a warranty of five years, and change life of up to 100 miles between charging, but they can retro-fit existing carts with lithium batteries.
Serving the Coachella Valley, Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, La Quinta, and Indio.
To contact us – LUXEElectricCar.com
info@LUXEElectricCar.com
760-408-0139
