[Prakash]

Hi all, I am new to this club and also a new owner of a 2nd hand Discovery HSE Luxury. I am concerned about the inability to turn off the stop /start function as i believe having this function operational will shorten the battery life. I have been told by the dealer that the stop / start function is deployed to help with fuel economy. Can somebody advice me on whether the battery does suffer due to the stop / start process?

 

[Bill F]

No it does not, battery is extra capacity and if charge is low the start stop will not activate.

 

[adhunt99]

I press the button out of habit every time i start so it is turned off. I'd be more concerned about wear on the flywheel than the battery.

 

[Bill F]

Stop start technology has been used for years on most car brands and every thing is enigineered to compensate. I have not heard of problems with any manufacturer.