When you are looking to buy a replacement Power Wheels 6 volt battery for your vehicle and presuming you simply want to replace like for like, then you currently have a choice of three official Power Wheels batteries for the 6 volt vehicles.  The correct 6 volt battery needs to be fitted to the appropriate Power Wheels vehicle so as to ensure maximum compatibility, performance and reduce problems or damage.  You should read the instruction booklet that comes with the battery, but generally it requires about an 18 hour initial charge and then extended periodic charges to keep it in maximum performance condition.

GREEN Power Wheels 6 volt battery
This particular 6 volt battery is appropriate for some of the older Power Wheels electric ride on toys out there.  The easiest way for the everyday person to know whether they need this green 6 volt battery is to check to see if your original battery is a green 6 volt battery.  Obvious really.  This battery provides a capacity of 6 amps / hour.  You may find that these green batteries are becoming more and more difficult to come by and some outlets are now offering a red replacement with adapter included so that it is compatible with your older vehicle, price wise it works out about the same, but if you really are having difficulty in finding a green 6 volt battery, at least the adapted red battery provides you with some form of alternative.

BLUE Power Wheels 6 volt battery
This rechargeable replacement battery is intended to be used with appropriate Power Wheels vehicles in the Toddler range.  Again, if you are unsure whether this 6 volt battery is right for your ride on toy, then check to see which model your original 6 volt battery is and simply replace like for like.  This battery provides a capacity of 4 amps / hour.  It is worth mentioning that you should only use the Power Wheels Toddler 6 volt charger with this battery to prevent any problems or damage.

RED Power Wheels 6 volt battery
This is the most common of the Power Wheels 6 volt batteries fitted on most of the latest 6 volt ride on toys.  Again, if you are in any doubt as to which color to buy and which 6 volt battery is right for your vehicle, simply replace like for like and you can’t go wrong.  If you are lucky enough to have one of the Advanced Series Power Wheels vehicles which run on two 6 volt batteries giving a total of 12 volts power, you should replace both batteries at the same time to prevent damage to the new battery and to ensure maximum efficiency and performance.  The red 6 volt battery is suitable for Type H 6-volt; Type H or Type A for Super 6-volt; and 12-volt vehicles (Preschool & Advanced Series only).  This battery has a capacity of 9.5 amps / hour.

Parents mainly just replace like for like and base their Power Wheels battery replacement choices on the color.  Easy, simple and it works.  That’s what the different colors were meant for.  Parent that bought these relatively inexpensive batteries after putting it off for so long and going through the usual process of their child’s vehicle needing more frequent charging, didn’t realize the difference in the actual power that a new battery actually gives.  Their kids are now able to have fun at the original full speed and the parents get to save a bit of money without the need to constantly recharge the battery overnight.

What Customers Are Saying:
“Before we bought the new battery, the jeep couldn't run on concrete, much less on grass”
“It requires 18 hours charging time before you can use the batteries, so be prepared for some impatience before the vehicle can actually be used”
“You have to charge them after each use, and also once a month if the vehicle is not in use, at 16 hours each time.”
“it's sure nice not hearing her nagging about her battery dying and not wanting to wait for it to recharge”

I replaced both existing batteries with these, which incidentally are a different colour from the picture, and the jeep now runs fine on most surfaces.

It requires 18 hours charging time before you can use the batteries, so be prepared for some impatience before the vehicle can actually be used. You have to charge them after each use, and also once a month if the vehicle is not in use, at 16 hours each time.

Tech support from Fisher Price is non-existent in my part of the world, where 800 numbers are not accessible, because their site doesn't have a customer service or tech support e-mail address listed. I needed important information, because I learned that the model I have was recalled for electrical problems, and I wanted to see exactly which parts needed to be fixed to solve the problem.

I'm sure that these batteries will last a long time with proper care, but wish the tech support was better

The Power Wheels Barbie Jammin Jeep is the most popular Barbie Power Wheels vehicle and one of the most popular of the entire Power Wheels line up.  It consistently scores near perfect reviews from parents and customers and has an ever growing fan base.

If it’s Barbie that your child wants then this Barbie Jeep will really put her into Barbie heaven.  Obviously in bright Barbie pink and ordained with all of the favorite and familiar Barbie graphics and stickers, this Jeep is unmistakably Barbie.  Girls simply love it.

The Barbie Jammin Jeep comes with the more powerful 12 volt battery and has the capability to be driven in a two stage forward speed step at either 2.5mph or 5mph.  Parents can also lock out the speed to the lower of the two whilst their child is still ‘learning to drive’ and then unlocking it when they are a Jammin Jeep pro.  The Jeep also goes in reverse at the slower speed.  The rugged looks and tires, together with the more powerful capabilities mean that this particular Power Wheels vehicle can be used on smooth surfaces as well as on the grass in your back yard.  Stopping power is provided by the Fisher Price Power Lock braking system that ensures quick and controlled stopping for your child.

The interior of the Barbie Jeep provides comfortable seating for two and useful rear storage for your child to take along their other Barbie dolls and accessories.  This model also comes with a working FM radio that has a selection of pre-set channels, but you will require a couple of additional batteries to use it.  The interior dash and controls are all well appointed with co-ordinated Barbie styling to complete the total Barbie Jeep package.  Getting into the Jeep is easy as can be with the addition of doors that fully open and close.

If your child or most probably your daughter is looking for a well tried and tested Power Wheels ride on toy vehicle and like so many other girls out there, is fascinated with the whole world of Barbie, then the Power Wheels Barbie Jammin Jeep makes a great choice.

In a nutshell, parents and customers that have bought the Power Wheels Barbie Jeep rate it highly, have minimal negative criticisms and most would whole heartedly recommend it to friends and family.

They were impressed with the whole Barbie look of this Jeep before they bought it, but once they received it, they were even more delighted.  The features and ease of use that this Barbie Jeep gives for their child is a welcome change to some other battery power ride on toys that they had before.  They love how incredibly sturdy and durable this model is, particularly after the inevitable knock and bumps that children are bound to have in it.  The added 12 volts of battery power give for many the extra power boost that their growing older child demands when they have progressed through the slower setting.

Overall, highly rated and recommended by parents and customers.

What Customers Are Saying:
“The jeep it's self is great. Just what I wanted and expected”
“My daughter really loves it she never wants to stop playing with it. great toy. money well spent”
“My 4 year old loves riding in her car, especially when she has friends over. Very durable. The radio is an added bonus”
“Santa Claus brought this Jeep to my twin daughters for Christmas last year (08) and it has been the best present ever. The Jeep can go anywhere and they could just drive and ride for hours!!!”
“The Jeep can go anywhere and they could just drive and ride for hours!!! It's very durable and even the battery stays charged for a long time”
“Highly recommend this Jeep!!”

Unlike the 6 volt battery, the Power Wheels 12 volt battery comes in only one model currently.  The battery itself is white with a grey top.  The simplest way to determine which Power Wheels battery you require for your kids toy ride on is to simply check the original battery spec and color.  Each of the batteries produced by Fisher Price Power Wheels is differentiated in color to make replacement easy and straight forward.

The 12 volt battery is intended for the Advanced Series Power Wheels vehicles only and has a capacity of 9.5 amps / hour.  If you have done any form of research into buying a Power Wheels replacement 12 volt battery, you may have come across a number of people complaining about limited use and failure rates.  It is widely suspected that there may have been a faulty batch of these produced some time ago and they may have experienced an extended shelf life.  More recent failure rates are now less common, although this is a lead acid battery and so care should be taken to charge it according to the instructions, maintain correct frequency of charge and not over charge if you do not have a battery charger that prevents over charging.

For the techie battery want to know guys out there…with lead acid batteries, the main way that you can deteriorate and effectively exhaust them is by fully depleting the charge and then leaving them uncharged for an extended period of time.  It’s all about the lead oxide and lead sulfate states of the plates.  Lead oxide is good, lead sulfate bad.  Left in an extended depleted state causes inability for maximum lead oxide on the plates and, therefore, reduced charge of the battery.  Now you know!

Apart from possibly faulty battery batches in the past and diminished battery life due to incorrect charging contrary to what the enclosed information leaflet describes, the Power Wheels 12 volt battery has been a straight forward replacement like for like purchase.  The new battery has in effect given their child’s Power Wheels vehicle a new lease of life, extended usage and play time as well as a reduced need to constantly add to your electric bill with constant charging.

For the small amount it costs (if you refrain paying the store retail price and look below for often batteries from smaller official vendors at heavy discounts) to get a replacement battery, the hassle and fun factors themselves make it a wise choice.

What Customers Are Saying:
“The battery will work fine for 2-3 seasons provided you keep it charged”
“A new battery will last most of the day, and I do have hills”
“The quickest way to ruin lead-acid batteries is to discharge them deeply and leave them stand "dead" for an extended period of time”
“After charging this battery once, my two year old has been having non stop fun. Buy it!”
“No 'off source' batteries were available but the real Fisher Price one works great!”

For those of you out there that are looking for a replacement Power Wheels battery charger, you effectively have two initial choices depending on which volt type battery your PowerWheels vehicle has got fitted.  You either need a 6 volt battery charger for those vehicles with a 6 volt battery or a 12 volt battery charger for those vehicles with a 12 volt battery.  Simple really.  The next decision is the color of your battery.  The 6 volt batteries basically come in 3 main colors at present, green, blue and red.  Each of these three has different internal specs and so you need to buy a 6 volt battery charger that is compatible with your particular 6 volt battery.  For those of you that have vehicles equipped with 12 volt batteries, you have probably got an original or replacement 12 volt battery that is white with a grey top, the 12 volt charger picking are easier but you should ensure that it too is compatible with your particular 12 volt battery.

The great benefit of some of these chargers on the market today is there led indicator lights for ease of status reading and their fast charge capability.  The various color of led light will tell you whether the battery is fully charged, part charged, fully depleted or your battery is now faulty.  The chargers with a fast charge capability allow you to charge your vehicle’s battery up to 80% full in about two hours.  You should, however, bear in mind that this is for once off convenience and it is strongly recommended that every other charge is the longer fuller variety.

The official Fisher Price Power Wheels battery chargers are perhaps the most popular delivering reliability, brand quality and people just like to buy the same brand as their vehicle.  You could do some hunting and digging and possibly find a less expensive compatible variety for your particular voltage battery, but the risk will be with you and the savings don’t seem to be much at all.

Parents generally just buy the appropriate charger, charge their Power Wheels battery and they are done.  Simple.

What Customers Are Saying:
“This item works as advertised”
“The lighted indicator and fast charging rate are my favorites”
“This charger charged my son's power wheels within 3 hours to a full charge! Our orginal charger took about 12 hours to fully charge”
“Charges much quicker...uses multistage charge profile which is ALWAYS better for SLA's”

The Power Wheels Kawasaki KFX Ninja is THE Quad to have for the older child of over 3 years if capability and sheer excitement are your top priorities.

The styling on this is really top and literally indistinguishable from the hugely more expensive powered up versions for serious ATV adults.  This particular Ninja has handle throttle acceleration, just like the real thing and the safest option for rough riding.  The power of this highly capable ATV styled Power Wheel comes from the 12 volt battery that drives forward at a two stage setting of 2.5mph or 5mph.  The lower speed setting can also be locked for the less experienced children out there, until of course they get the full hang of it and want to max out their fun.  The Power Lock brakes from Fisher Price ensure that this ATV has the stopping power that is sometimes needed when pushing it through more testing conditions.  This ATV, if off-road, muddy conditions, grass surfaces and the like are the priority, then this particular model stands head and shoulders above the competition and that is real usage not the sales pitch you read in all the glossy brochures.  The inclusion of the Monster Traction does nothing but add to this ATV’s capabilities.  Although the addition of available bespoke rubber tires make surface conquering all the better.  This thing just keeps a going!

The styling, weight distribution and Ninjafied looks make the stability and handling of this vehicle for young children so much easier.  As you can probably tell, the Power Wheels Kawasaki KFX Ninja is a firm favorite and provides youngsters hours of preferred fun and thrills.

So many parents that buy the Power Wheels Kawasaki KFX Ninja are either into ATV adventures themselves or go on family off road activities.  This ATV allows their younger child to particapte in the family fun, probably more so than themselves.

Parents love the capabilities that the Ninja has and are genuinely surprised at the assortment and difficult surface conditions that never seem to be a problem.  The perfect ratings from happy parents and kids are testament to the satisfaction levels that this ATV gives.

What Customers Are Saying:
“The 4 wheeler has got to be the best yet i have bought all kind of them from the dirt bikes to jeeps everything”
“he loves this thing and has provide himself and the family and friends with hours of entertanment”
“I bought this for my son after his mini dirt bike was stolen. He loves it probally more than the bike”
“This powerwheel is great my son has taken it over rocks, in the rain, over branches, went up hills with it, and even took it out on the beach and this Ninja powerwheels still runs like it is brand new”
“The plastic wheels were a little slippery but I cut bike tires and nailed them around the tires and it will climb a hill with no problem”
“If you are planning on buying the Ninja powerwheels this will be a great investment because it can take a beating and keep going with no trouble”

The Power Wheels Lightning McQueen ride on toy from Fisher Price is just an awesome design and styling from the Disney Pixar movie Cars.  Kids all over the world fell in love with the movie when it came out and if your children are the same, they probably still like to watch it.  This Power Wheels toy race car just extends that fun and thrills and kids love this particular model.

The vehicle comes with a 6 volt battery that lets your child race at up to 3.5mph in forward and it also travels in reverse.  With the added speed boost, it can travel exceptionally on smooth surfaces but is also capable of driving over grass.  The controls are via foot operated pedals, just like the real deal.  Stopping is a snap for your children and with the assistance of the Fisher Price Power Lock braking system your kids come to a smooth and controlled stop.

The exterior color is a vibrant red, of course and with the addition of the great graphics, small design details and Lightning McQueen stickers, this car is really a great replica of the car in the Cars movie itself.  Inside the vehicle, the sport steering wheel has two buttons (which you need to add additional batteries to get the sounds to work), one button produces all sorts of fun and crazy sounds and lines from the actual Cars movie and the other produces great engine sounds.  Kids love the unique sound box added features on this Power Wheels vehicle and it really does add to the heaps of fun that they have with it.

Parent love it and their children love it more.  Do all the research that you want and you find yourself coming up against the same customer feedback, the Power Wheels Lightning McQueen ride on toy is a winner.

Parents are drawn to the fantastic design and the fact that their kid is already Lightning McQueen crazy from the movie Cars.  The choice for them is easy and an obvious one in deciding which of the many PowerWheels vehicles to buy.  The result is that their children love the choice that their parents make for them, but seems to always cause the same two problems for the parents.  First, they can’t seem to get their child out of the car and secondly, if they don’t recharge the battery overnight, they have to deal with a waiting and pestering child whilst it recharges!

Customers and kids love this particular model and the high ratings and feedback from customers and parents that have actually bought and used it are consistently high.

What Customers Are Saying:
“Santa brought this to our house last Christmas and it's been a big hit!”
“I got this for my 4yr old for his b-day;It is easy to assemble ,it only took about 15 min to assemble”
“the battery was already charged , (although it is not recommended for use untill it is charged for about 18hrs)and he had a blast for about 4hrs”
“They have 1 apiece and drive with pride. Backwards or forwards and they make excellent turns”
“It is portable enough to take with you on a trip if needed”
“It is a perfect size for him to opperate and it didn't take hime longe to learn how to drive”
“my son loves this toy. he will just sit in it all day and its hard to pry him away from it”

The Power Wheels Batman Lil Quad is a great starter quad ride on bike for a toddler that is safe, sturdy, heaps of fun, super hero batman styling and one of the cheapest Power Wheels vehicles available.

The Batman Quad has been specifically designed with the smaller children in mind and Fisher Price have done a great job in ensuring that the design is predominately safe and easy for your young toddler to get on and use.  The vehicle is powered by a 6 volt battery which limits the forward speed to 2mph, ensuring that your kid can’t get into any higher speed problems.  At this speed, even if they do hit an obstacle in their path, the low speed ensures that it comes to a safe halt.  Well protected footrests are integrated for comfort as well as for safety by design as they keep your toddler’s feet from getting caught up in anything and in and away from driving dangers.  The lower level of the footrests also means that your child can climb on and off the Quad on their own and with ease.  Control in not with the usual foot pedals, but instead with a large hand stop and go button on the handle bar, which is more intuitive for smaller children to master and also control.  The width and wide wheels provide extra stability to the vehicle to minimize your child toppling over when they climb on and off and also when they inevitably hit any small holes and bumps.  The provision of a small rear storage compartment allows your kid to pack up their batman essentials before heading out for their driving adventure.  The vehicle is mainly suitable for smooth surfaces but is also capable of negotiating grass surfaces, within reason.

If you have a smaller child in the 1 year to 3 year range and want to buy an electric ride on vehicle but not have to continuously worry about safety issues at this age, that you would have with some of the bigger more powerful Power Wheels vehicles, then the Power Wheels Batman Lil Quad provides excellent super hero fun for that specific age group.

Parents that have bought and used the Power Wheels Batman Lil Quad are incredibly pleased with their decision and the hours and hours of safe fun that it provides for their children.  This is perhaps emphasized with the fact that nearly all of them would recommend this particular Power Wheels ride on toy for younger children.

They love the effort that Fisher Price has gone to in producing an electric vehicle that is built for toddlers in such an easy to use and safe package.  They generally realize from that outset that the Lil Quad has only a limited lifespan as their toddler grows out of it in terms of age, but they are happy that it is one of the cheapest of the whole range and entire suitable for their young child’s needs and fun pleasures at that time.  Easy and quick to put together, great slower safe speed and design styling and durability are all of the particular positive aspects that parents comment on.

With a huge number of these vehicles sold, the almost perfect ratings really do undermine the fact that Fisher Price have produced a great toddler ride on product for toddlers.

What Customers Are Saying:
“I bought this for my son's 2nd birthday and I can't keep him off it”
“It doesn't go very fast which is good cause you can catch it when they are about to run into something”
“My son is turning 1 and it is just perfect. He hasn't stopped playing with it, it is just the right speed and size”
“there aren't any small powerwheels that were as cheap!!!!”
“Overall I think is great. My 3 yrs old son loves it.”
“It is perfect for him, because he is afraid of the "bigger power wheels"”

The Power Wheels Jeep Rubicon is probably the most popular Power Wheels Jeep model based on Wrangler.  This really is a great rugged style Jeep that is so well detailed from the original real one.  Boys especially love taking this jeep off the smooth road surfaces and seeing what it is really capable of.

The exterior of the Jeep Rubicon has new updated color and graphics and realistic chunky styling, just like the real thing.  The little touches such as the inclusion of grip handles will allow your kid to jump in and out of this Jeep with ease and adds to the authentic styling.  This model comes with rear storage for your kids to pack up all the essentials for their off road adventure.  Equipped with a 12 volt battery which gives this vehicle the extra power that it needs to get across those grass surfaces with ease.

The inside of the Rubicon Jeep has been updated as well to give that authentic look and feel.  Roomy and comfortable seating for two kids and foot operated stop and go, make this an ideal choice.  Speeds come in a two stage pack, with either 2.5mph or push it up to 5mph.  Reverse is limited to the slower speed for obvious safety reasons.  Such a rugged vehicle demands effective stopping and this is taken care of with the addition of Power Lock brakes from Fisher Price that have really proven to do the job and do it all too well.  The tire grip threads ensure the Jeep gets maximum traction across the not so desirable surfaces.

Parents tend to buy the Power Wheels Jeep Rubicon for boys and this is understandable.  But for those that are thinking about a girl, they just love it too.  Parent are particularly pleased that the tire design, rugged styling and extra power that it gets from the 12 volt battery allows this vehicle to move effortlessly over all sorts of ‘off road’ surfaces.  It just doesn’t get bogged down like so many other less powerful electric kids ride on toy vehicles.

This particular model of Wrangler Rubicon, scores top marks across all aspects of customer satisfaction and recommendations, so the results really speak for themselves.

What Customers Are Saying:
“It rides well on the grass, wet or dry”
“It also runs well on gravel and through a sand patch that we have in the yard”
“We have had the jeep for a little over a month now and my son and I are extrememly pleased with it”
“Assembly was easy for those with minimal mechanical skills, it took us about 30 minutes to assemble”
“I bought this for my almost 3 year old for Christmas. He absolutely loves it!”

The Power Wheels Lil Quad is specifically target by Fisher Price for toddlers.  The ride on itself has been designed and tested with the younger children in mind and particular attention has been given to safety and ease of use.

The Lil Quad comes in a variety of colors to suit every toddler’s preference and the name really does well in summing up the overall look of this vehicle as a smaller version of a real Quad machine.

From a safety perspective, this little quad has smooth and rounded surfaces everywhere and very few places to get anything caught up in.  The guarded footrests ensure that your child’s feet are kept protected and away from any harm.  Push button controls make moving and stopping instinctively easy, even for the youngest toddler.  Speed is limited to 2mph from the 6 volt battery that this Lil Quad comes with a battery charger included as well.  The reduced forward only speed restrictions ensure maximum travel safety for your young one and the lack of reverse prevents the usual problems arising.  Large rugged wheels ensure not only better traction but also better stability when mounting uneven surfaces.

If you are looking for a PowerWheels vehicle entirely suitable for your younger child that is both maximum fun, whilst ensure maximum safety and ease of use at all times, then like so many other parents, the Power Wheels Lil Quad may just be the choice for you. 

From the Power Wheels range of ride on toys aimed specifically at toddlers, the Lil Quad is consistently voted by parents as one of the most recommended choices.

They love the ease of use of this four wheel Quad and they really can’t believe the amount of long term and consistent fun that their child has with it.  They applaud the fact that it only travels at a maximum of 2mph, which means that when their toddler eventually bumps into things, as they inevitably will, there is no harm done.  The weight and low positioning of this vehicle makes sturdy and easy for their child to maneuver without needing a parent to continuously get them moving again.  They love the fact that the stop and go buttons are so easy for their young ones to master quickly without any further learning curves or other confusing dangers.

What Customers Are Saying:
“This lil Quad is great for toddlers!”
“this toy gives them lotsa fun”
“Our son just could not get enough of it everytime we bring him outside to play”
“He sure does enjoy every second driving it around”
“I bought this for my 18 month old grandson so he has something of his own to ride when his older sister , 41/2, drives her jeep. this way he gets to drive something age appropriaate for him”

The Power Wheels Cadillac Escalade is distinctively styled with a great inclusion of many of the small details that make it instantly recognizable as an Escalade.  For those children looking for a bit of style and luxury, the Escalade makes a popular choice.

The exterior of the vehicle has dashes of ‘chrome’ that really shine out, including the fat chrome wheels and distinctive grill.  Superb detailed lights and bumper complete the overall effect and styling from a front perspective.  The tinted windows are see through, but your child looks over them at any rate.  The doors open fully so that your children can climb in and out with ease.  Control of this 12 volt battery powered luxury model is by responsive foot pedals that are well placed  The 12 volts provide two step forward speed levels of 2.5mph and 5mph.  The vehicle can be locked into the lower speed if your child is still learning how to drive it properly.  Reverse, as usual is at a slower pace.  Braking ability comes in the form of the Power Lock system which gives safe and controllable stopping for your child.  The power of this vehicle means that it can travel on both road and grass surfaces, but obviously within reason!

If you are looking for a more of a styled and luxury look and feel to your Power Wheels vehicle, then the Cadillac Escalade makes a great choice.

Parents that buy the Power Wheels Cadillac Escalade for their children seem to have been specifically looking for something a bit more luxurious looking and different from the more common jeeps and Quads out there.  Having now bought and had their children thoroughly test the Escalade, they are more than happy with their choice and purchase.  They all comment how much sheer fun and enjoyment their kids get out of it and the worse problem seems to be trying to get them out of it long enough for a recharge!

The high ratings speak for themselves and with no common issues or problems mentioned, the Fisher Price Cadillac Escalade gets a big thumbs up.

What Customers Are Saying:
“This is a very cute replica of my own Cadillac Escalade that we bought our grandson. He loves it!”
“We have a nearly 2 year old and a 4 year old that ADORE this toy”
“The detail is very well done and he loves the radio which he turns up full blast”
“We gave the Escalade to our 7-year old daughter for Christmas and she loved it. We were afraid she might be too old for it but she was thrilled”
“despite the other electric toys in the neighborhood (ATV, scooters, etc.) this Escalade is a definite favorite”