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Max battery energy <3 kWh?

Discussion in 'Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015' started by Ichiro, Jun 13, 2012.

  1. Ichiro

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    On occasion I use the ChargePoint station at my work which reports the energy usage history. According to ChargePoint, my plug-in Prius has a maximum capacity of 2.9 kWh when charging from "empty". I thought that the PIP battery capacity was closer to 4.4 kWh?
     
    #1 Ichiro, Jun 13, 2012
  2. bisco

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    it's programmed to not empty all the way and not charge fully to protect the battery. most people have been reporting 3.1-3.3 kwh for a full charge due to charging losses. the car has about 3 kwh available for use.
     
    #2 bisco, Jun 13, 2012
  3. john1701a

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    Don't forget that PHV is still a killer hybrid even when depleted. Some of that remaining electricity is used to deliver the 50 MPG afterward. The rest is the buffer, a portion left always held onto for battery longevity (to avoid deep discharging).
     
    #3 john1701a, Jun 13, 2012
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