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$200+ for 2003 Prius starter battery?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by gene4655, Oct 25, 2007.

  1. gene4655

    gene4655 Junior Member

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    Wow, my service department says the 2003 Prius has two types of starter battery. Replacing one would be just over $200. Replacing the other would be around $240. Can this be right? Anybody with other suggestions of what would work as well?
     
    #1 gene4655, Oct 25, 2007
  2. skguh

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(gene4655 @ Oct 25 2007, 12:44 PM) [snapback]530336[/snapback]</div>
    Gold-Duralast / Battery

    for a 2004 Toyota Prius

    About this product:
    Part Number: 51R-DLG
    Weight: 27.7 lbs.
    Warranty: 8 YR

    Note: *** 500 cold cranking Amps (625 cranking Amps) *** (Battery is vented to outside of vehicle) -> 3 years free replacement <-


    Pricing:
    Unit Price: $79.99
    *Core Value: $12.00
    Total Price: $91.99
     
    #2 skguh, Oct 25, 2007
  3. Prius Limo

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(gene4655 @ Oct 25 2007, 11:44 AM) [snapback]530336[/snapback]</div>
    I am not sure about the 2003. It sounds like the electrical system differs from the 04-08? Your figures are so low, you must be referring to the low voltage battery(s)? The 2004-08 12 volt battery is basically the same as the Mazda Miata's. There is a good chance the 03 Prius can use a similar sealed and vented battery. I think the Miata battery lists for around $65.
     
    #3 Prius Limo, Oct 25, 2007
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