Ok, not really. However, the XJ-S will hold 20-23 kWh of power in the form of either 44 used 1st Gen Nissan Leaf Modules or 4 LG Chem 10s 36v 5.94kWh Modules. Both of these modules have some pros and cons, which I’ll briefly go over below.
Leaf: They’re affordable ($50/ea), have fairly good energy density (64Ah per module when new, probably around 40-50Ah used), and due to the exposed terminals as well as the 5/16″ mounting holes, are easily re-arranged to suit any voltage/amperage requirements. If you have a larger budget and care more about range (higher Ah capacity), used 2nd Gen Nissan Leaf Modules are also available, at a 25% price premium over 1st Gen.
LG Chem (Chevy Bolt): The modules are much larger and heaver (about 10x) than a single leaf module, but they’re much more energy dense. They can’t be broken up into smaller modules, so you have to make room for the 72 pound 19″ x 14″ x 4″ modules. On the upside, you won’t have to make custom bus bars, and the BMS wiring will be easier if you can source a Chevy Bolt BMS harness.
More battery building coming soon!
Example Leaf packs below:
