How long does Xenon last?

What brand xenon hid headlight bulbs will last the longest?

• I want to buy some xenon hid bulbs for my car, but i want to buy some that aren't going to out every 3 months. I brought some matrix xenon bulbs and those lasted between 5-8 months before they went out, but i'm looking for some xenon bulbs that will at least make it a year without going out. Do any of these lighting compaines make xenon hid bulbs that will last that long or longer?

• Answer:

  First off you aren't buying REAL xenon bulbs. You are buying PAINTED LENS bulbs. Xenon only works in HID lighting. For a little more than a quality set of halogen bulbs, like silverstars ($45/pair) you can get a HID kit that is a plug and play system for your car (about $75 on Ebay) I have one installed on my car, and another on my wifes car. Not only are they 2-3 times brighter, but will last a LONG time.