Club Car48V1995–2014

Club Car DS 48V Lithium Battery Conversion

Drop-in LiFePO4 upgrade for the Club Car DS 48V (1995–2014). The price is on this page. 8-year warranty. Free shipping on 3+. This page does not publish a range or a weight.

Why lithium fits the DS 48V

The Club Car DS in 48V form was the workhorse of the late 1990s and 2000s — millions of units still in service. It's the perfect candidate for lithium: simple electronics, durable frame, plentiful aftermarket support, and a battery tray that accommodates the lithium kit easily. A 48V DS with lithium drives like a brand-new cart at a fraction of the cost of replacing it.

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Club Car DS 48V Install Notes

DS battery tray fits 6× 8V lead-acid pack — lithium kit includes adapter brackets for proper securement in the same space.
DS chassis is aluminum (1995+) so corrosion at battery terminals is rare; clean any acid residue from the tray before installing the new lithium pack.
Older DS models with the resistor-based controller will see modest improvements; carts upgraded to a solid-state controller (Alltrax/Navitas) see dramatic improvements.
DS carts in fleet use (golf course/resort) often have weak motors after 15+ years — pair lithium with a motor rebuild for best results.

This page does not publish an install time or a shop labor price.

8-Year Warranty

6 yr full + 2 yr pro-rated

Listed kit

This page does not publish a cycle count.

HazMat Ground Ship

Free on 3+ batteries

Bluetooth + BMS

Anti-theft lockout

Controller upgrade for the Club Car DS 48V

Pair your lithium kit with the Club Car IQ/Excel 600A conversion kit — Bluetooth tuning, On-The-Fly programmer, free shipping. Replaces Curtis 1510 / 1515.

Shop Club Car IQ/Excel 600A — $899 All Navitas kits

Club Car DS 48V Lithium Conversion FAQ

My DS is a 1998 model — will lithium still work?▼

Yes. Any 48V DS from 1995 forward is compatible with lithium. The conversion is identical regardless of model year within the 48V era.

Should I upgrade the motor at the same time?▼

If your motor sounds tired or the cart feels weak even with new batteries, yes. A motor + lithium combo can make an old DS feel brand new for around $1,500 total in parts.

Learn More Before You Buy

Not sure if lithium is right for your DS 48V? The buyer's guide lists the kit price. It does not publish a range, a weight, or a 10-year savings figure.

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