DISCOVER TOYOTA'S HYBRID VEHICLESToyota's extensive hybrid lineup includes vehicles for every need and driving style. From subcompacts to sedans and SUVs, Toyota has a model for everyone.

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How long do hybrid batteries last?

The original batteries in over 98% of Toyota hybrids sold in Canada since 2001 have never been replaced. All hybrid components, including the battery, are covered by an 8‑year/160,000 km warranty.*

*Whichever comes first

What are the advantages of a Toyota hybrid vehicle in the city and on faster roads?

Hybrid vehicles have an engine shutdown feature in addition to a longer range in the city (in electric mode). Toyota’s new generation of hybrids also feature high-efficiency gasoline engines for driving on faster roads. On the highway, hybrid systems can switch to electric mode when they’re at a cruising speed. Toyota’s intelligent hybrid system can also analyze and use the optimum combination of electric and gasoline according to the type driving.

Will my driving and refuelling habits change with a Toyota hybrid vehicle?

There is no need to change your driving habits at all with a hybrid vehicle, as it drives like a conventional gasoline car. The vehicle’s hybrid system works in the background and can determine on its own and use the optimal combination of gas and the electric motor. You can also fill up as usual, since there is no need to plug in a hybrid vehicle.

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) have the same features, but can also be plugged in to increase their electric range.

 

Is the performance of a hybrid vehicle comparable to that of a gas-powered vehicle?

The performance of Toyota’s hybrids is equivalent to, and in many cases better than, their gasoline-powered counterparts. The instant torque of electric motors allows for acceleration from a standstill as well as a direct and smooth acceleration.

Electric motors also increase total power. For example, the RAV4 hybrid has more power and faster acceleration than its conventionally powered counterpart. This extra power allows for lighter engine designs, which also improve handling.

 

Do I need to have additional maintenance done on Toyota hybrid vehicles?

No additional maintenance is required for hybrids compared to gasoline vehicles. The same regular maintenance schedule is followed, i.e., maintenance every 6 months or 8,000 km.

In fact, the hybrid system reduces the frequency of maintenance for some other components, including the gas engine, as it is switched off part of the time. The life of the brake pads and discs is also extended, as the brakes are in recovery mode. Hybrid vehicles have no transmission fluid, no alternator, and no belts to replace.

 

Are Toyota hybrids as safe as gasoline vehicles?

There’s no need to worry about safety in hybrid vehicles, as they meet the stringent Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety standards. Hybrids are as safe as Toyota's gasoline‑powered vehicles.

For example, the batteries are protected from the rest of the frame by a watertight casing and the battery cables are sheathed in orange to make them easier for rescue workers to see. Toyota is also working with emergency services to provide them with any necessary information on hybrid vehicles.

The Toyota Safety Sense active safety suite is also standard in all Toyota hybrids. Hit the open road with confidence!

 

How do hybrid vehicles support a more sustainable future?

Hybrid systems have their share of benefits in terms of performance, safety and reliability, but also in terms of reduced CO₂ emissions. This environmental benefit is even greater as gasoline engines are now more fuel efficient.

Since the Prius was released in 1997, Toyota has saved 94 million tons of CO₂ emissions through its hybrid range.*

*In the place of conventional gas vehicles of comparable class and with similar engine performance.

 

How long have Toyota hybrids been available?

Toyota has offered hybrid vehicles since the release of the first Prius in 1997. Over the years, the hybrid lineup has improved and evolved through innovations and refinements in hybrid technology. Today, after selling 12 million hybrids, Toyota offers the broadest selection of hybrid models of any passenger vehicle manufacturer.

 

What guarantees apply to hybrid vehicles?

Toyota hybrids are covered by a comprehensive 3-year/60,000 km* basic warranty. In addition, all hybrid components, including the battery, are covered by an 8-year/160,000 km* warranty.

*Whichever occurs first

 

Can hybrid batteries from Toyota vehicles be recycled?

Approximately 98% of Toyota hybrids still have their original battery to date. However, when hybrid batteries are no longer usable, they can be converted to a different use. Toyota Canada has also established a recycling program to repurpose hybrid batteries, in addition to initiatives across North America, such as the Lamar Buffalo Ranch Project in Yellowstone National Park, for a more sustainable future.

 

Should Toyota hybrids be plugged in?

The hybrid system in Toyota vehicles charges its own battery. Therefore, hybrid vehicles don’t need to be plugged in. You drive and fill the tank exactly as you would with a gasoline-powered vehicle.

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) can be plugged in to increase the vehicle's electric range. Pure electric vehicles (EVs), on the other hand, must be plugged in to recharge their batteries.

 

How do hybrid cars perform in different temperatures, especially in winter?

All Toyota vehicles, including hybrids, must pass rigorous testing to ensure their durability and performance in a variety of climates, including Canadian winters.

As a result, Toyota hybrids are designed and optimized for winter. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is even made in Canada, by Canadians for Canadians.*