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HV battery pack, life left

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by rd350ypvs, Feb 24, 2022.

  1. rd350ypvs

    rd350ypvs New Member

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    So, just bought my m8's 2007 Gen2 Prius with a nice 12months mot and 273000 miles for the pricely sum of £500. Now, just had the Dr.Prius app say that the efficiancy of the HV battery is 61.75%
    That seems good afyer 15yrs taxiing I think lol, it drives fine and is averaging 51mpg on my 12mile commute.
    I must say coming from a Jaguar STR it is very different beast, but funnily enough in a good way and i'm enjoying the expreience.

    Would you say this battery has average life left so hopefully another couple of years?


    cheers and hello everyone
     
    #1 rd350ypvs, Feb 24, 2022
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  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    congrats and welcome!

    they say the best thing for a hybrid battery is use, and taxiing accomplishes that. they have known to do well over 300k, so you should be good for at least a few years with any luck.

    all the best!(y)
     
    #2 bisco, Feb 24, 2022
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    What's a "12 month mot" ?

    Makes no sense?
     
    #3 PriusCamper, Feb 24, 2022
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    If it's running well and still gets good fuel economy no real reason to change it out now or worry much about it. It might last a long time and it might not, but nothing to really to be concerned about at the moment. I would consider making sure you have some budget put aside for a replacement just in case, but drive it like you stole until you have a good reason to change it. 61% should put it in the fair range, so the magic 8 ball says... should be good for a while.
     
    #5 drone13, Feb 24, 2022
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