According to a recent analysis, the average price of lithium-ion battery packs for electric vehicles fell by 20 per cent to USD 115 per kilowatt hour in 2024 - the sharpest price drop since 2017.
The cost of lithium-ion batteries per kWh decreased by 14 percent between 2022 and 2023. Lithium-ion battery price was about 139 U.S. dollars per kWh in 2023.
How much does a battery cost?
This specific composition is pivotal in establishing the battery's capacity, power, safety, lifespan, cost, and overall performance. Lithium nickel cobalt aluminum oxide (NCA) battery cells have an average price of $120.3 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), while lithium nickel cobalt manganese oxide (NCM) has a slightly lower price point at $112.7 per kWh.
The cost of a battery per kilowatt-hour can vary widely depending on the type of battery, its capacity, and the manufacturer. Generally speaking, the cost of a battery can range from as little as $100 per kWh to as much as $1000 per kWh. The cost per kWh tends to decrease as the battery capacity increases.
How much does a 75 kWh battery cost?
The value of USD 115 per kilowatt hour at the pack level comes from BloombergNEF's annual analysis of battery prices. For the study, the experts at BNEF analysed 343 'data points' (i.e. known battery prices) from electric cars, electric buses and electric trucks. At 115 USD/kWh, a 75-kWh battery would cost 8,625 dollars or about 8,220 euros.
How much does a 24 kWh battery cost?
However, as a general rule of thumb, a 24 kWh lithium-ion battery can cost anywhere from $4,800 to $7,200. It is important to note that this is just an estimate and the actual cost may be higher or lower depending on the specific battery and other factors. What is the cost of lead-acid battery per kWh?
The global average price of lithium-ion battery packs has fallen by 20% year-on-year to USD 115 (EUR 109) per kWh in 2024, marking the steepest decline since 2017, according to BloombergNEF's annual battery price survey, unveiled on Tuesday. Battery storage system. Image by: Aurora Energy Research.