Toyota hybrid maintenance cost is insane! Hybrid VS gas!

When deciding to buy a Toyota hybrid vs gas. You need to consider everything including and not limited to the over all maintenance cost. It is important to realize that over the course of ownership you will spend less money replacing parts due to wear and tear compared to a gas model toyota.

This really plays a huge factors when trying to decide if a hybrid is a smart choice for you. The savings is not just in the fuel. I explain why in this video.

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[HadesOmega]

I never replaced the brake pads on my 2006 Prius till 210k miles, its still on the original hybrid battery, the auxiliary battery was replaced once.

[HowCommunicationWorks]

In 10 years of owning a Prius, I had not a single maintenance issue. Only ordinary maintenance like oil changes, new tires. It was by far the most reliable vehicle I ever owned.

[sergiodjf]

Good advice on buying no only based on purchase price but on total cost of ownership, which involves purchase price + operating cost (fuel & maintenance).👌I have to say that Toyota was very smart on testing its hybrid system first on the Prius & made it bullet-proof before rolling it out to more models.💯👍

[steveturpin]

Totally agree...have a 2013 hybrid...best car I've ever owned. Fuel efficiency is incredible and I totally agree about "heat"...because of two engines driving it just stays cool always. Also don't drive hybrids like maniacs! It isn't a race car...it's efficient totally. Love Toyota. Thanks for vid.

[paulp]

Another consideration; getting the car moving is a huge portion of engine wear. The battery does this on a hybrid. The electric motor also adds boost when more power is needed. This is why hybrids will go a half of a million miles with no major engine wear.

[martymounce]

Camry Hybrid, brakes at 115k, windshield wipers at 100k, Tires 65k. Best car I ever had.

[Rydal]

I purchased a 2020 RAV4 February of 2020, I would have to say I am extremely happy with my purchase, I included the tire package that replace tires for the life of the car loan. What I will say is we spend a lot of money on things everyday but depending on your needs you would need to perform an assessment to determine whether or not if the purchase is worth it for you. Our needs will always remain various when it comes down to viewing things as an individual consumer but life is shorter than we all think so make your selections without regret!

[marklintwo]

#1 Maintenance that gets missed - keep the battery fan filter clean. ANYONE can do this themselves, very quick and easy to do.

[Hawtload]

I drive about 30, 000 miles a year, and my gas rav 4 was getting 29mpg.
With today's prices, if I had a 50mpg camry hybrid instead I would have saved about $900 in gas last year.

[johningardia]

Just brought a new 2023 Rav 4 Hybrid. I LOVE this thing. I am losing interest in my Mustang convertible. Wishing I traded it in. Truly gets 40 MPG.

[AustinRides]

Thanks for this video. I use my 2013 ford fusion hybrid for Uber and Lyft, about 60k miles a year and it's been flawless. 160k miles now and the maintenance is nothing!! I barely spend on gas either and drive probably 1200-1500 miles a week. Maybe $100 in gas for that. Hybrids are awesome!

[baldheadlogic]

Thank You Sir! This is all facts. I am an owner of 16 Camry Hybrid XLE. This car has had the lowest cost of ownership of any vehicle I have owned. I have about 81k miles so I am not sure what that equates to in kilometers. If not for this chip shortage issue, I would be in new 21 or 22 Camry Hybrid XSE

[mars]

To me, Toyota’s faith in its hybrids is reflected in the longer warranties. Toyota is stingy with their warranties and wouldn’t have extended it for hybrids if they didn’t think the hybrid was even more reliable than their ICE vehicles.

[TheLongLouis]

I highly agree. I just bought myself a 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE. Amazing car and I save a lot of gas. I have heard of this one guy who had a 2nd gen Prius with 300, 000 miles (483, 000 km) and only paid $1, 000 USD in overall maintenance. I imagine saving so much with this vehicle as well. Going back, I wish I looked more into the Prius Prime, but I'm very happy with a Corolla Hybrid.

[DH-mflv]

My original front brake pads lasted over 125, 000 American miles on my gasoline (only) Rav4 and the rear brakes are still original at well over 132, 000 miles. Toyotas are the best!

[kevinsargent]

I am a loyal Prius owner since 2006, and I can say that the hybrids are rock solid. The brake longevity is true - my 2006 Prius lasted me 10 years of high mileage, I racked up a total of 392K KM over that time and had the original rotors and drums in the rear, I believe I only changed the front brake pads once but they rear drums and shoes were original. Key of course is keeping them maintained and clean, and of course not driving like a maniac. ;-). I now have a 2014 Plug In with 187K KM and has also been solid, though the brakes on the Gen 3 are as long lasting as the Gen 2 were (already replaced the rotors and pads all around).

My only dispute is the battery - the hybrid battery failure is not as uncommon as suggested here - it is rare but it does happen - however generally at very high mileage; very unlikely to happen before 200-300K. I was one of the unlucky ones who had a failure on my 2006, however the car was 7 years old and had 273K KM, so the car had earned it’s keep by then. Toyota quoted me $3500 for a brand new battery (including labour), which is a difficult call for a vehicle of that age, even though the car was in excellent condition otherwise. I ended up finding a private shop who would rebuild my existing battery for me instead for $1200, which I did, and the car lasted me another 3 years and 120K KM before the engine failed of all things and basically needed a new engine… at that time (2016) I found a 2014 Plug In available on AutoTrader so I grabbed that one instead and sold off my 2006 (to my private mechanic who rebuilt my battery), and the plug-in has been rock solid. (I know he dropped a new engine in the car and sold it, and to my knowledge it is still on the road..)

Of course, I realize my 2006 car was a statistical anomaly as many Toyota hybrids last this long or longer without a battery issue, and I am sure the newer ones are even more durable given the longer battery warranty now. Looking at it from a high level, keep in mind that even if the battery fails at a crazy high mileage like that, the car has already saved you far more than that in fuel and maintenance anyway, so there is really no loss here.

Toyota hybrids really are the best vehicles on the road. Cheers. :)

[WolvesInferno]

Great video. I bought a late 2012 Auris Hybrid last year. It's a fantastic car. I get an average of about 77 to 80 mpg on slower roads and about 67 to 70 mpg on the motorway going at speeds of 60 to 64 mph. I won't ever be going back to a normal gas car for sure because of the smoothness fuel savings, no gears, and quietness.

[Sam-]

Agree 100%! I have a 2007 Toyota Prius that now has 170, 000 miles that's still going strong! Changed tires at 94, 000 miles (Costco tire technician told that I could easily use those tires for another couple of thousand miles.) Didn't change the brakes until after 130, 000 miles. Had to replace battery around 157, 000 miles- Cost $1, 900 for remanufactured battery with 5 year warranty. Original AC chills the car as if it's winter. Overall outstanding quality.

[MrSnuffinum]

I love my 2013 Camry hybrid xle 175000 miles and still running like a champ

[stevesinclair]

Great video very informative-my wife has a CHR 2.0 litre excel - just had a service at main dealership and added another 12 months warranty
Will continue with this up to 10 years or miles also 10 years warranty on hybrid battery pack -car has been very reliable and economical
Service costs are cheap too .🚗🇬🇧