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Hybrids don't have all the expense and complication of an ICE. They're a lot simpler. Look at the Toyota Prius Prime PHEV. The CVT makes it a lot simpler. The e
by timbit42 3y ago
Hybrids don't have all the expense and complication of an ICE. They're a lot simpler. Look at the Toyota Prius Prime PHEV. The CVT makes it a lot simpler. The engine is a lot simpler. Toyota is known for reliability but the Prius is by far their most reliable vehicle.
- lowbloodsugar 3y agoThe engine still works by reciprocating pistons moved by near explosive combustion of volatile fuels, lubricated by oil, cooled by water. Then add a CVT transmission and an electric motor and batteries. Sure, Toyota makes some of the most reliable cars, but they still need regular service at least.
- timbit42 3y agoYes, it's a lot more complicated than an EV but it's also a lot less complicated than an ICEV. The CVT is a lot less complex than an automatic transmission. I've had my 17 year old Prius for 12 years and outside of regular maintenance and parts that are expected to fail periodically, nothing has failed. I bought it used and it needed a muffler so I bought a Toyota one and it lasted 10 years. When the car was 15 years old, I had to replace the 12v battery. Outside of that I've only replaced oil, oil filters, tires, wipers, and light bulbs (not LED). It's been a very inexpensive vehicle to own. The 600v NiMH battery still works fine and still gives me as good fuel economy as when I first got it. I think Toyota over-engineered the Prius, meaning that when they designed it, they weren't sure how reliable it would be so they ended up making it incredibly reliable. If they'd only put that much thought into EVs.