Toyota Hybrid Generations Explained : Toyota still king of Hybrids?

A Toyota Master Diagnostic Technician explains the Toyota Hybrid system generations and advancements over the year arriving at the latest generation.

In this video I will take you on a journey on how Toyota Hybrid technology advanced through the years starting the first generation Prius.

When the first generation Prius came out the world was laughing, however today hybrids are becoming excellent replacements for regular gasoline cars and I think it is important that current generation hybrid owners understand how it all started and advanced over the years.

The first generation hybrid system set a standard that many people and companies missed. With over 24,000 patents issued for Toyota for their Hybrid synergy drive system which essentially remained un changed for decades.

The second generation hybrid system brought many advancements but still had issues and hurdles to overcome.

The third generation hybrid system solved many of the issues that the 2nd generation had but encountered new problems.

And we arrive at the latest generation hybrid system which is the 4th and likely the most popular. As the world is too busy with the explosion of EVs, Hybrids are becoming more mainstream and normal these days.

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0:00 Intro
0:37 History of Toyota Hybrids
1:50 First Generation Toyota Hybrid
6:39 Second Generation Toyota Hybrid
11:57 Third Generation Toyota Hybrid
16:51 Fourth Generation Toyota Hybrid

[RealJohnnyDingo]

Toyota hybrid system is really an amazing feat of engineering. With our current battery technology, it's a better solution to a lot of transportation problems than pure EVs like Tesla.

[rightlanehog]

AMD, The enthusiasm is justified. For years I have been telling friends shopping for their next car to buy a Toyota Hybrid. The ones that have listened are very happy indeed and they have saved a fortune in gas.

[thomaswhitmore]

My aunt and uncle bought a first gen Prius. They are not high mileage drivers, but they still drive it! They did replace the hi-voltage battery last year but have had no other issues just maintenance. Amazing engineering.

[russtaylor]

I’m going through the process of changing my car to a hybrid. Your informative videos are just what I need to give me confidence to go down this route. Thank you AMD - your work is much appreciated.

[wimschoenmakers]

This is why we love our Toyota's hybrids. Thanks for sharing this video !

[markkrispin]

Toyota will always be "The King of the Hybrids" . Period.

[elusivellama]

Toyota played the long game indeed, they spent 20+ years perfecting this tech and now basically every vehicle in the lineup has a hybrid option as gas prices are going through the roof.

Toyota's reliance on hybrid tech was based on two very logical assumptions - gas prices would go through the roof in the future, and EVs will not make any headway until infrastructure improves, the supply of battery components increases, and charging times decrease. Now that both scenarios are playing out as expected, it is no surprise that Toyota hybrids have taken off in recent years.

[paultrewin]

I’m on my third Toyota hybrid. 2 CHR’s and now a RAV4 2021. I would simply never look at any other hybrid. Why would I pay for other manufacturers to play catch up with what I already know to be the best. Every time I take a trip in my Rav I find myself saying Wow, what a machine this is! You’d have to kill me to get it from me. There is a reason they are as rare as hens teeth on the second hand market here in France, once you have one, you keep it! Fantastic video, as always AMD. Is there anything you don’t know about Toyota?

[InternetDude]

I’ve had two Prius and two Tesla and now RAV4 Prime and ordered a new Lexus hybrid. Nothing beats Toyota hybrids.

[PCH]

I purchased my first Hybrid because of your channel. My 2020 Hybrid Camry SE is exactly as incredible as you say. I sincerely appreciate your time and effort you place in your channel. sir. Thank you so very much!! Have a wonderful Christmas!!

[cantaloupdealer]

This is an awesome video AMD! really apprecaite the comparison of the generations of hybrid. thank you for delivering SOLID content! :)

[stevenleighton]

I have a 2021 Prius C in Mexico and I have averaged 52mpg. But last weekend my son went over to collect something from a friend's house and averaged 123mpg over a round trip of 26 miles! We have no idea how he did it. He knows how to feather the accelerator pedal which makes a big difference and he's always checking the real time consumption but no one has ever gone over 60mpg before. These Toyota hybrids are Legend!!

[mrkcaldwe]

I have a 21’ Prius Prime and it is such a great driving car. I was so surprised when I first got it. I really thought I was going to be sacrificing everything for fuel economy and its really not the case. It has been so far one of the top cars I have owned so far!

[Nicetrybrobro]

Recently drove the an audi hybrid... that alone convinced me Toyota is king of hybrid

[slocavky]

Love all your videos sir... I actually like them before I even watch :D. Keep it up man...

[eamonnmcdermott]

Great in depth info, as always. Many thanks for all your hard work making these videos. Keep up the great work AMD!

[kimdavis]

The way you explained the 2nd gen heating mechanism was so easy to understand!

[kendallkyle]

Love your videos! They include lots of useful shots that help those of us who don't have a mechanics knowledge understand your key points. Well done! May the Lord bless you and keep you.

[ironworker]

Great job breaking it down in a way we can understand. you speak as intelligently as a professor, thanks for the education on hybrids!!

[flagmichael]

The first gen Prius was a real laughingstock even in 2002 when we bought ours. Gas was about $1.10 per gallon, and it was only around $1.50 at the beginning of 2004. But when the price rose above $2.00 by May the lowly Prius was sold out quickly, and people were paying above MSRP for used Prius! That put Prius on the charts as a serious contender.