Push start-stop feature of car can cause problems, know what are its disadvantages

Updated: 15-02-2026, 12.06 PM

What is the news?

Push start-stop has become a common feature in the current cars. It is seen in small hatchback cars and even big cars like SUVs. Instead of turning the key, you just have to press a button to start and stop the car. This feature looks modern and premium, but like most features, it also has some shortcomings. Let us know what are the advantages and disadvantages of the feature.

What is the benefit of this feature?

The biggest advantage of this feature is that you do not need to find the key every time. Sit in the car, press the clutch and start the car by pressing the button and you can move ahead. This proves to be very helpful in city traffic. This also provides additional security, as the car starts only when the key fob is nearby. This makes theft of the car difficult. Also, there is no breakage in the ignition system.

This mistake is often made

While the push start-stop feature has many advantages, it also has some disadvantages. A common problem is forgetting to switch off the engine. There is no key in it, so the driver thinks that the car is locked. This problem is common in electric and hybrid cars that do not produce noise. Due to the high cost, losing a key fob is a huge loss. System related repairs are costly after the warranty period expires.

Trouble may arise midway

If the car’s battery is weak or damaged, the push start system may stop working. Apart from this, there is difficulty in starting the car even if the key fob’s battery runs out. If this problem arises in such a place where there is no battery arrangement then it becomes difficult to start the car. Due to this the doors cannot be locked or unlocked. One has to pay more for models equipped with this feature.