The Toyota Prius battery pack is the most special component and one of the most expensive parts in the hybrid vehicle, the unit that supplies the power necessary for the electric motor to move the car at lower speeds without needing the internal combustion engine to turn on. In the past, the replacement of the hybrid battery pack was in the range of thousands of dollars and the special units were available only through dealerships. The situation has changed a lot since the early days and today there are many alternatives available for hybrid car owners who need to replace the hybrid pack in their car – here are some:
- Refurbishing – the sign on your car’s dashboard that indicates battery failure is no longer a death sentence for your hybrid battery. Many batteries can be repaired and today there are many companies that undertake such repairs. The repair costs are very affordable compared to the price of a new battery, so the solution is worth considering;
- Used batteries from salvaged cars – most hybrid cars don’t end up in junk yards because of the battery, so the batteries that you can buy there for a couple of hundred dollars are probably still in excellent condition;
- Buying refurbished batteries from Mile Hybrid Automotive – if the battery from your own car cannot be repaired, a warrantied refurbished Toyota Prius battery may be an affordable solution for you.