We install two Duralast lines for cars, SUVs and pickups. Both come in the common group sizes; the difference is in how they are built and which vehicles they suit.
Duralast standard
A flooded lead-acid battery and the like-for-like replacement for vehicles that left the factory with a conventional battery. It is the most affordable option, with listed prices from about $179.99 before core charge, labor and tax, and a listed 2-year warranty.
Duralast Platinum AGM
An absorbent glass mat battery built for start-stop systems, heavy electrical loads and repeated deep discharges. It is required on vehicles that came with AGM and is an upgrade for many others. Listed prices start around $259.99 before core charge, labor and tax, with a listed 4-year warranty.
Side by side
| Duralast | Duralast Platinum AGM | |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Flooded lead-acid | Absorbent glass mat |
| Best for | Vehicles built with a flooded battery | Start-stop, factory AGM, high electrical load |
| Listed warranty | 2 years | 4 years |
| Listed price from | About $179.99 | About $259.99 |
Prices and warranty terms are as listed by the retailer at the time of writing and can change. We confirm the current price and warranty for your exact battery with your quote.
Which should you choose?
If your vehicle came with AGM, choose Platinum AGM. If it came with a flooded battery, the standard Duralast is the economical choice and Platinum AGM is worth considering if you want the longer listed warranty, make a lot of short trips or run extra electronics. The battery finder shows both options when your vehicle can take either.