How long do hybrid batteries last?

What is the conventional wisdom on the battery life of high mileage hybrids?

Louis McConkey (Dublin)

May 2014 Filed under: electrics

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Expert answer

Hi Louis,

We thought it best to send this one to Toyota's tech people as they have more experience than most. Here's what they told us:

"It depends on the vehicle and how it's driven, but as long as the vehicle is in regular use and is serviced then the battery life is expected to be over 10 years. High mileage batteries can last longer than vehicles that do low mileage or are not in frequent use. Like any other battery type if it is in regular use and kept conditioned this will extend the battery life."

Hope that's of interest

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Adviser
@Shane_O_D