Should You Buy a Toyota Hybrid in 2024?

A Toyota Specialist discusses if buying a Toyota Hybrid is a good idea in 2024? Did things change for hybrids over the last 10 years?
In this video we revisit the Toyota Hybrid conversation. Are they more reliable that regular gasoline cars?
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0:00 Intro
0:38 What is a Toyota Hybrid?
4:21 Who Should and Shouldn't Buy a Hybrid
7:51 Hybrid Vs. Non Hybrid Reliability
11:07 Interesting Toyota Hybrid Trends
14:28 Toyota Hybrid Cost Of Maintenance
19:57 Should You Buy a Toyota Hybrid In 2024
22:09 Avoid These Toyota Hybrids

[@ilollipop100]

I'd love to buy a hybrid but my 1992 Corolla still has another 100000 miles to go...

[@blipblop92]

😂 they just don't die

[@brassmule]

Think you forgot a zero there.

[@timothykeith1367]

4AFE is bulletproof

[@JohnDavis-yz9nq]

If not more. Solid cars.

[@phatgringo2.0]

Awesome flex!

[@bubba4072]

Nobody does hybrids better than Toyota.

[@Elixir9]

Indeed

[@randy74989]

The fifth generation Hybrid Max is the most interesting hybrid. I can't wait for reliability statistics to come out on the drivetrain. I have a 2023 Lexus ES300h, Ultra Luxury trim and I love the naturally aspirated 2.5-liter engine with no fricken turbo. She purrs at around 42+ MPG in city/highway driving around town and on toll roads.

[@RustyZipper]

I recently took delivery of my ‘24 Sienna LE AWD and it was worth the 2.5 year wait! I don’t even have kids 🤣

[@notsure3535]

From all the reviews i watch they all say hondas new hybrid is better.

[@dc9039]

@@RustyZipper i’m not sure why anybody without kids wants to drive a sienna, but to each his own.

[@kingofthesofas]

I rode in a Uber in Seattle recently that was a 2017 prius and he had over 600k miles on it. He said he has never replaced the battery and only done basic maintenance on it. Truly they are bulletproof if you just the basic maintenance on them

[@Phoggbank]

This does not surprise me. Hybrid battery life is much more a factor of age than mileage.

[@jerrykorman7770]

Locally here in Winnipeg the taxi fleets have run almost exclusively Toyota hybrids. Summers are hot and humid. Winters are frigid, lows of -35C to -40C don’t raise eyebrows. If a hybrid holds up under those conditions and constant use, they’re good enough for me

[@kingofthesofas]

@@Phoggbank this is true of lithium Ion batteries but the formula that Toyota uses doesn't degrade over time the same way. It's designed to last dang nearly forever at the cost of energy density and weight.

[@toriless]

My last Uber from Snohomish County to SeaTac was a hybrid Camry

[@Skylancer727]

​@kingofthesofas the 5th generation hybrids actually do use lithium ion. The Prius and RAV4 hybrid were the only two last year, but this year nearly all their hybrids use lithium ion instead of nickel metal hydride. NMH was far more stable to reuse and had a fantastic shelf life, but energy density was like a fourth lithium ion and had about a fourth the power output and input.

[@rightlanehog3151]

AMD, In Canada the title for this video would be - "Can You Buy a Toyota Hybrid in 2024? " 🤣😂

[@ferx2001]

Eh!

[@mikej238]

I did in 23, took 8 months

[@gregorbabic7664]

Ordered our RAV4 hybrid in March 2023 and got it in March 2024. Thankfully was in no rush.

[@michaelbryant4772]

One needs to be currently driving a Toyota to last before ordering a new one. Co-worker's Corolla Cross took 1yr... but she had a 15yr Tacoma still running 😮

[@MrSUNNY168]

ordered today.....pick up next year....in the meantime start saving money

[@vincecarlo]

Toyota are The Pinnacle of HYBRID with More than 2 Decades of EXPERIENCE. Reliable to say the LEAST.

[@Jimster481]

It isn't reliable at all, it hasn't proven to be reliable. The entire platform is trash. performance is trash, longevity is trash. More fanboy talk, please grow a brain.

[@chupo4putin]

​@@Jimster481ford gm alike troll ur!!!

[@williamcricket7931]

@@Jimster481 your mouth has much in common with my asshole, with all of the shit that comes out of it

[@thomasroberts8024]

THE BRAKES! You omitted from the list of low maintenance items the fact that the brakes last longer than anything else out there! Two retired people, two cars, one enormous insurance bill. So, at 10 years and 155,000 miles, I sold th '08 Gen2 to a man we go to church with. Finally, at 220k or so, he had to buy a water pump and put brakes on it! As far as the NiMH battery goes, I had occasionally pulled open the trunk trim and inspected the fan/ducting and found nothing. No pets and VERY rarely anyone riding in the back seat by the air intake. PLUS I kept the right HVAC dash outlet aimed up and right of the passenger seat to feed cool air to that intake. History of oil changes showed an average interval of 3200 miles. Best car I've ever owned.

[@lindap.p.1337]

Yep he forgot brakes. We are driving an ‘11 Prius and a ‘16 Rav4 hybrid. We have never had a brake issue so far.

[@user-rv3gk6um6i]

Toyota has had problems with their hybrids stopping in the same distance as the same gasoline alternative. It is a mild safety issue.

[@gleamcardetails]

@@user-rv3gk6um6iSafety issue? Can you explain.

[@johncaruana6406]

Yes please provide some facts about hybrid stopping distance being a safety issue.

[@johncaruana6406]

AMD - Excellent video. You really laid out the pros and cons of Toyota Hybrids and the criteria to choose one. Excellent!

[@ricardomarmol1257]

And just want to mention the gentleman from the car care nut. For a great video.he is truly a very good mechanic.who deserves our attention and gratitude for puting out there on KZbin's. This amazing videos. May the mighty Lord to bless him and his beautiful family for tremendous Job and hard work he is doing to help us getting information on the right decision to buy or purchase your next vehicle. Thanks

[@user-uk3mp7mf7u]

When you leave the remote key (keyless entry system) at home, keep it at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from the car or the battery will go up/flat. When the remote key is brought within 3 meters, the electric power system will be activated. I am Japanese.

[@briank10101]

​@user-uk3mp7mf7u if you don't use the 2nd key, you can power it off so it's receiver isn't constantly checking for signal from car.

[@sat7755]

It would be fine if the great mechanic wasn't selling you pure smoke. Please use your brain, not a salesman BS dressed as a mechanic.

[@alfontana6242]

In May 2009 my wife and I purchased our first Toyota car a 2010 Prius which was the beginning of a new model year #3 series for the Prius Line. We put well over 180,000 miles on our Prius and never had any issues except a few factory recalls all paid for by Toyota. I changed the oil ( Mobil One Synthetic 0w20) and filter every 10,000 miles and it never used any oil. Sparks plugs where changed at 110,000 miles and looked good enough to go another 100,000 miles. The traction battery and 12 volt battery were all original when we sold it to our friend a couple of years ago. He drove it to about 250,000 miles until a windstorm blew a tree on it when parked in his driveway which totaled the car. He told us even after that the engine still started. Currently we have a 2022 RAV 4 Prime model SE and a 2020 Highlander Hybrid mode LE AWD. Great cars that deliver amazing MPG.

[@jpdoc5722]

my Gen 3 Prius now at 180k & still drives like new 👍 ( we’ll drive it until everything falls off ).

[@sachinnair91]

@@jpdoc5722 do you have to drive it every day or the hybrid battery dies? that's what worries me since sometimes I'll go a few weeks without driving

[@jpdoc5722]

@@sachinnair91 don’t have to. we hardly use our RAV4-Hybrid, especially during Covid years & it’s fine. ( also have rechargeable jump starter/ tire inflator on all 3, since they don’t have an alternator unlike regular cars that to can be rev up when parked )

[@Skylancer727]

​@@sachinnair91 You don't "have to" but you should. In general no car takes sitting well and the electric battery should at least be cycled once a month like most electronics.

[@user-uk3mp7mf7u]

@@sachinnair91 When you leave the remote key (keyless entry system) at home, keep it at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from the car or the battery will go up/flat. When the remote key is brought within 3 meters, the electric power system will be activated. I am Japanese.

[@trentriver]

YOU are the man - I am not sure you have any idea how much people appreciate your channel. THANKS!

[@sat7755]

Here we go another fake accolade.

[@darkrulier]

I got a 2024 Corolla Hybrid for my 50 mile daily commute, half city and half highway driving. I am getting an average of 62 mpgs. Not the most comfortable car but it is really fuel efficient!

[@riceburner4747]

Can't beat the price. I own a 2019 Prius, but if Corolla Cross hybrids were out, I may have bought them. I've owned used Camry's & envied how sporty Corollas were/are. My prius is smaller than my Camry's, but I was looking for fuel efficiency. I'm quite happy with mine. And u will too on your Corolla if u keep maintained. ✊️🖖

[@darkrulier]

​@@riceburner4747yeah, longevity is one of the reasons I bought a Corolla. I keep my vehicles maintenance on schedule so I'm hoping for many years of use of this car!

[@kpokfposkf]

what do you mean not the most comfortable car? Everyone that sat in mine says otherwise, one that drove dozens of cars in his life said it rides 90% like a lexus. It really rode too well, we all questioned why they put such composed suspension systems on a base model compact sedan. But again, NVH and rattles could be improved tbh.

[@michaelw6277]

What don’t you like about the Corolla for comfort? I have a ‘24 with the 2.0 and I think it’s very comfortable, as does my spouse. My only complaint is the road noise, but otherwise I like it.

[@darkrulier]

​@@michaelw6277I am 6ft tall and I have the SE trim (not sure the seats are different from the LE) but the shape of the seat and lack of lumbar support and lack of bottom part tilt kills me.

[@frankfarklesberry]

The cost of new cars is completely out of control.

[@martin8613]

The cost of used cars is completely out of control as well.

[@rickybobby7276]

Not really. Used car market has recovered from the cash for clunkers disaster and covid debacle.

[@martin8613]

@@rickybobby7276 I disagree completely

[@bigjmd4242]

@@rickybobby7276ehh, just went to Toyota yesterday. New Prius Primes have a stop sale due to recall. Used primes are now going several thousand dollars more than suggested value. Was looking at a one year old Prime. It was being sold for the original MSRP when it was still brand new.

[@briank10101]

​@martin8613 You can thank the inflate our way out of debt policies because very few are going to vote for living within our means policies. We're almost at the precipice.

[@MultiMacnasty]

I own a 2004 Prius. That car has been the most reliable car I have ever had anything to do with. I had to replace the hybrid battery last year, which cost 2200$ with labor. In the past I have had to change an electric water pump and a cooling valve that has something to do with cooling the electric generator.In 20 years, Besides normal maintenance the car has cost me 2500$ to keep it running and it sill averages 38-42 MPG.

[@Jimster481]

FIrst gen was the best gen.

[@nicholasmuni7995]

After 20 years you chose to spend $ 2200 on the car is amazing!

[@MultiMacnasty]

@@nicholasmuni7995 Why not?

[@camsteremail]

@@nicholasmuni7995with inflation interest rates and just the general price of cars today if 2,200 can get you another 100,000 miles or more is better than spending or financing 40-70k on a vehicle for years.

[@sassasins031]

MPG looks low. Check your driving technique, Driving Mode, tyre pressures, and Climate Control setting?

[@GrumpyBigZ]

You are a legend my friend. This man is pure gold folks.

[@zzanatos2001]

I recently bought a 2019 Rav4 Hybrid, and I love it. 41 miles per gallon, all-wheel-drive, adaptive cruise, rear cross traffic alert, blind spot warning, Toyota Safety Sense, etc., etc.

[@ehtax]

just bought a 24 prius 🙏 you are a legend!

[@angelg4829]

Just curious how much did it cost? The prices in California are outrageous and I wanna know if it’s like that everywhere 😭

[@ehtax]

@@angelg4829 im in michigan - paid MSRP (without title and taxes). $29.3k for LE AWD (no additional packages). Although the supply is very limited here, 1.5 months wait for delivery.

[@STEVETURNAGE]

@@angelg4829 I live in Virginia and a 2024 Prius LE cost $32000.

[@PeppersGhost55]

It wasn’t easy to find in 2021, but I bought a new AWD Sienna Limited hybrid in July, 2021. It has about 29,000 miles on it now, and I absolutely LOVE THIS VAN!! Every day errands or long road trips are both great in my Cypress Sienna. 💚

[@laurieclark2456]

Ya mine 2006 still runs great. But things here and there need replacing

[@wirenut3020]

My 2008 still super comfortable and going strong

[@douglaskaye1395]

My 2015 Prius has 225k running like a fine watch. 5k oil changes, tire rotation, regular on time maintenance, no abusive driving, no accidents. Never had a brake job. Great car

[@shawn1869]

Transmission fluid changes?

[@douglaskaye1395]

@@shawn1869 all major services done tires lasted 100k…oil air coolant @regular intervals

[@sharonroof1213]

I appreciate your videos such much! I have learned how to care for my new 2024 RAV 4 XSE. Thank you for what you do & sharing all of this information. God bless you, your family, & your business!

[@zacharia63]

Hats off to you! very impressive and knowledgeable presentation. I look to your videos to understand everything about Toyota Hybrids. Keep up.. Looking for more videos!

[@8tuvang]

This guide is the best. Detailed and audience oriented. Very realistic and knowledgeable! Thank you.

[@tenorplayer09]

Great video as always AMD. Bought a 2023 ES300h based off your content. 17k miles in and could not be happier.

[@ravinderminhas8253]

It is such a pleasure to watch his educative videos. He knows each and everything about hybrids just like the back of his palm. Never buy a car without watching his videos. Subscribed to his channel after watching just one video of his. Amazing knowledge. He is my hybrid man.

[@ikbaltanwar7293]

Can not be any better explanation for a Toyota hybrid than this. I am a regular watcher of your videos sir.I a. Getting my Grand highlander hybrid limited in May 2nd week after 6 months of wait.I am so satisfied after watching your video that I made the right decision.Thanks a lot again for all your valuable information you provide through your channel. A Canadian Follower..

[@carlmoll3345]

Great video again. Thanks you. I have just bought a 2020 corolla Hybrid touring out of Japan. Love it. Your video was very informative , but I thought you could have added the benefit of lower brake maintenance with the regenerating braking. Best vids , Thanks, Carl

[@odi1964]

You're really the best informative mechanic of all time. The GOAT when it comes to car maintenance stuff. Informative and educational channel! Continue being honest!

[@Dac54]

I've had a 2018 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid Limited since August 2018. It's the best all-around vehicle I've ever owned. It was the first vehicle that I had ever purchased at the end of the lease period due to the miles being far lower than the limit. There have been no mechanical issues related to the vehicle running whatsoever. The only issue is that the blower motor for the climate control has been changed three times due to failure; it was under warranty twice, once not. You don't have to drive lots of miles daily, but these hybrids do need to be driven regularly. I highly recommend them; when it comes time for a new vehicle, it will most likely be a Toyota hybrid.

[@larder54]

One year ago I purchased an '18 Rav4 Hybrid Limited. Original owner put 76K miles on it in five years. It now has 152K trouble free miles under my watch. Most of the mileage has been on interstates which is not the hybrids best use for the high mpg. I usually get the EPA rated mileage figure or better unless I drive 15-20 over the speed limit. I had to replace the front rotors and pads earlier this year and have done regular oil and filter changes. Best car I have ever owned IMHO. I am hoping to put another 100K on it, at least.

[@theshaddocks5605]

Ordered a 2024 Grandhighlander Limited Hybrid. Happy to have this video available to help us transition to the hybrid world.

[@RustyZipper]

I recently took delivery of my ‘24 Sienna LE AWD, I don’t think I’d ever driven any hybrid before; except once was a new Rav 4 hybrid for 10 minutes back in 2020. I’d been waiting 2.5 years for a LE allocation without a significant markup and it was 💯 worth the wait! Especially with the price of gas jumping up to $3.80 here in NY right now 🥹

[@lindap.p.1337]

I changed from a 2010 Rav4 V6 Limited to a 2016 Rav4 XLE hybrid. I could see no difference except for the quiet and gas savings. I am still driving it with zero repairs. Love my hybrid. We also drive a 2011 Prius. Big difference in power but it is a great car too, never a repair yet. I buy for RELIABILITY!

[@devchonka18]

We bought the 2024 grand highlander platinum hybrid Max a little over a month ago. Super fun car to drive!

[@chrispnw2547]

Absolutely!!! I live in an area where the EV charging network is widely available in the West Coast. When temperatures or weather are bad, the utilities (PG&E) will restrict access to electricity on THEIR schedule. With a Hybrid, you have efficiency and you have the ability to carry fuel for long trips and unexpected power outages. I rented a large Toyota Crown and averaged 48 mpg. I see little value in an EV in 2024 when hybrids are very efficient. If you do not have the ability to charge at home, sometimes charging can be as expensive as fuel.

[@keithpvbatt2040]

You clearly don't understand how a EV works for poeple that enjoy the freedom from oil instusties thumb. We can for the first time in histroy make our own energy at home for our vehicles. We can do it on a small scale with zero time and effort.

[@evoman44]

​@@keithpvbatt2040 It's not just the oil industry that has been controlling things. I recommend looking up a recent video that will piss off ICE and EV supporters a like Titled - Killer patents & secret science Vol 1 free energy. By the why files channel

[@toriless]

​@@keithpvbatt2040BS, it takes all evening or night

[@toriless]

Charging at home is 1/4 the price, 11 cents vs 44 cents

[@Skylancer727]

​@@torilessdepends where you live. In the US the average electric cost is $0.17/kwh. Assuming you're driving a Model 3, that's about the same as if gas cost about $2 a gallon for something like the Corolla hybrid or Prius. Depending on where you live the numbers could be worse. And super chargers in general cost 3 times this making them well over the price of gas. And these savings sound great, but this value basically goes away as soon as your state induces EV road taxes. The savings annual are only around $200-400 and most state EV taxes are around $150-300.

[@kendric_BUF]

Just hit 10k miles on my 2023 Camry LE hybrid. LOVE THIS CAR! Thank you AMD as always for sharing your wisdom. I hope to have this car last for many years to come

[@sergioortega9143]

Thanks for this information. I feel more confident now in the purchase of my new 2024 rav4 hybrid xle

[@ianbrown4242]

Fantastic presentation - super-clear, engaging and simple. Brilliant.

[@mechdude1]

Your videos are always excellent... but This one... absolutely LEGENDARY 😁💯👍‼️

[@vinhngo1894]

Another factor to consider is that Toyota hybrid vehicles hold their value exceptionally well, especially in contrast to their competitors and current generation EVs.

[@nikidelvalle]

I've never liked how people say this like it's objectively a good thing. It's not. This issue keeps used Toyota's extremely overpriced, which is good for people who buy them new and absolutely miserable for anyone trying to get a decent deal.

[@DevoutSkeptic]

@@nikidelvalle They're worth whatever people are willing to pay for them. If people are willing to pay high prices for used Toyota hybrids, then they're not overpriced.

[@nikidelvalle]

@@DevoutSkeptic I'm not so sure about that considering the $30000 Toyota's Highlander Hybrids I'm looking at on AutoTempest right now are literally the exact same $30000 Toyota Highlander Hybrids I was looking at last year. As in, few if any of them have sold and yet the dealers selling them have kept their prices exactly where they are. Not to mention that a big reason this is happening is because Toyota sells them high to begin with. Toyota's sticker is becoming a problem, it prevents these vehicles from depreciating into acceptable price ranges which leaves them sitting around in lots building dust rather than on the road being used. This is why I'm shopping around other brands next time I buy a car, these cars are not worth as much money as they are being sold for. I don't care how reliable a Toyota is, if the prices are so high you can literally buy two equivalent cars from another manufacturer then the money spent to distance traveled ratio isn't exactly the best. Plus, buying cars from other brands also means you don't need to sacrifice the comforts and conveniences of modern cars just to have a car that's going to last marginally longer. That I'm drawing this conclusion as a full-time Uber/Lyft Driver should really tell you something about just how oppressively high Toyota's used vehicle prices are.

[@RustyZipper]

Then spend more, buy new, trade it in and retain a majority of value. But once, cry once. I recently took delivery of a new ‘24 Sienna LE AWD. $43k MSRP, they had an identical one used ‘21 with 36k miles for $38k.

[@nikidelvalle]

@@RustyZipper I'm a full-time rideshare driver, that is not how my vehicles get used. My vehicles are on the road until they break, period. Especially because my use case greatly depreciates their value which means the value of my car loan is rarely if ever at a point of equity. The goal of any full-time rideshare driver is to not have a car payment in order to maximize our profit margin, which is impossible if we're spending too much money. By the way why did you just pull out that example at the end like that's a good thing? That's horrifying, you have a car that's already nearly 4 years old and has tens of thousands of miles on it and it has depreciated almost zero value. By the time anyone can actually afford to buy that thing, many of its parts are going to need to be replaced just from sheer aging. My current vehicle is a 2014 Prius I bought last year and this is actually exactly what's happening to me, phantom issues that are nearly impossible to diagnose caused by parts that have been on the vehicle for far too long.

[@sjtube6198]

Thank you. Second generation 2009 Prius. Still going strong You always highlight just enough to make them very understandable. I only wish you were not 11 hours away. I use your videos with the Toyota technician I go to (non dealership). God Speed.

[@paulanderson6434]

As a self proclamined "Car Guy", I always enjoy and learn from your videos. I would argue your channel is the most informative channel I watch. Thank you! You deserve all the success you have!

[@brodybarnes1969]

Good to see this as my wife got a new Rav4 hybrid yesterday. Our first and wanted to get something that would give us better gas milage. Wow, what a nice car to drive. Hopefully it will service us for many years.

[@RockofArizona]

Go Toyota RAV4 2006 Limited since April 2011………..it now reads 332,200 miles! Your new RAV4 hybrid will surely beat mine 👌 Enjoy your new car, as I’m enjoying my wife’s new 2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE awd🤗

[@loismitchell3108]

How long did you have to wait for your new Rav4 Hybrid ?

[@brodybarnes1969]

@@loismitchell3108 It was at our dealer, we made a couple of compromises on options.

[@willfuentes8960]

Blessings brother I got a 03 Prius, 1st gen and still runs like a champ. 155000 miles. I drive 100 miles to work every other day!!!

[@DecrepitBiden]

Hope my 2020 Honda CRV last that long. 45k, nearing 50k miles. No complains yet.

[@tarkov666]

Ayye 07 prius with 300,000 still going

[@robmalcolm8042]

​@tarkov666 I got a 07 too with 243,000 ish.

[@ricardomarmol1257]

I have been driving Hondas for over 20 years plus. I own two Honda CR-V 2015 & 2016, not turbo. They both have over 100 thousand miles. I personally maintain them.Never had any issues with any Japanese cars. Because they are built for quality and reliability. They last long. My next car will be the Toyota Corolla Cross. which is a very good reliable car too. Love Toyotas and Hondas period.

[@mackakiwinz4353]

Simply fantastic video thank you 🙏

[@dougmercer6386]

We purchased our 2023 RAV4 Hybrid Limited after watching The Car Care Nut series on RAV4 Hybrid’s and we love this car! 17:54

[@LordStaind]

This video got released at the perfect time. My sister is in the market for a new Toyota RAV4 but she is unsure of going for the regular gas powered RAV4 or the hybrid. This video explains the hybrid system so well. Thank you Car Care Nut.

[@jerrywiest4783]

Your advice is 'good as gold' and the smart car(Toyota) buying public treasures your expertise. Thank you for speaking the truth from your long term Toyota experience!

[@robinjones6999]

Ive got TWO - love them - RAV4 and a Yaris Cross

[@clarkshiao6500]

Always enjoyed watching your videos, very informative. I recently picked up a 2013 Prius V with 220k km on it, drive great and does not seem to have EGR problem.

[@14luca95]

I live in Italy and I have bought a hybrid Corolla Hatchabck, it has a 1.8l with 140hp. It’s a base model, but here in Italy they are pretty loaded even in the most basic trim. I could not be happier than that, I really love this car. It’s perfect for everything I need.

[@rickb296]

I love the European Corolla hatchback hybrid, which is really a long roof estate car. Very nice sporty styling, especially in white. I wish we got them in North America. I'd buy one today.

[@leealtmansr.3811]

I agree with you 100% Own a 22 RAV4H, love it.

[@OldDood]

A Beautiful Video Sir. I feel a Sigh Of Relief owning my recent RAV4 Hybrid. I will keep an eye on my mileage. I have only put on just over 10K miles in two years. However, I do drive a few times a week. Just not a lot of miles when doing so. I need to check my Fan Filter under my back seat. But, I do not expect it will be dirty at all. Thank you once again.

[@drn7393]

Thanks for sharing this vital information.Am from the Caribbean and just received a Toyota Sienta hybrid.

[@seanmason67]

Can you do a deep dive on how regen breaking works on a hybrid? Like the specs, parameters, when it's most efficient for energy recover, when the trad breaks work, etc..

[@lucjanooo]

I love these type of vids, thank you!

[@computerweenie]

I've had 2 highlander hybrids and now driving my 3rd Prius a 2023 AWD. I've owned five of them because I like new cars and buy one every couple of years. I have never had a single issue with any of my Toyotas. I can't say the same thing for expensive cars I've owned like a Mercedes and the worst ever for me was an Audi A4.

[@dee4435]

My mechanic told me to consider these hybrids. Your video is very timely. Thank you.

[@amod0000]

I am about to buy a hybrid Corolla Cross, the other day I wished you had posted 2024 thoughts about buying Toyota hybrid cars and now I see the post. Thanks, it is super helpful 🙂

[@alvinhalpenny2524]

Thank you for a very informerative review. Very educational!

[@drewnc6196]

I bought a Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid almost 1 year ago. Most of my driving is less than 40 miles a day, so pretty much, I drive mostly in EV mode and switch to hybrid when on highways where the speed limit is over 55. I am getting about 1400 miles per tank of gas, but charge every night with my level 2 charge in my garage, which is inexpensive as the electric company cut my rates by 3 cents per KW hour plus scheduling at night saves even more. They rate the car for 37 miles in EV mode, but after charging, I am getting between 45-47 miles for EV mode.

[@robertrubel]

I’m glad you were thorough on the hybrid system. We bought an early highlander hybrid, but sold it at 150,000 miles. Never had any trouble with that car. Now we just purchased the new RX 450h+ which is a plug-in hybrid. I’m expecting 300+ mile from this one.

[@nimitzmartin7377]

I just got 2024 Corolla SE Hybrid yesterday, drives so smoothly!

[@user-ej4dy8bh4t]

RAV4 prime, 45 in the city, 41 on the highway. I would choose a hybrid or PHEV over a EV anytime. PHEV is best of both worlds. I have 9k on my car and like 2k on the engine!

[@slices6500]

Great content as usual. I just traded in our 2018 Toyota Highlander Ltd. with 117,000 mi. and received about 50% trade-in value and purchased the new Grand Highlander Ltd. Hybrid. Net diff. was $38k incl. tax and misc. charges (paid msrp). Really a no brainer. Living in AZ there are several Toyota dealers so I was fortunate to call one dealer who just received his incoming GH Hybrid vehicle listing and I was able to put my name on one with no sunroof (in AZ the sun seeks you out, you don't seek out the sun) and a bench seat in the 2nd row. Picked it up 6 weeks later. I think inventory is getting better, at least here in the U.S., so no need to pay over msrp for a GH. The base hybrid power is marginally less than the old 6 cyl. Highlander but the electric assist makes up for it. The 4 cyl. does growl a bit on hills but that is natural. Nice acoustic windshield and side glass is a bonus as it is a nice quiet ride in general. My 4th Toyota and most likely will never own an EV.

[@sachinnair91]

As someone who lived in AZ for many years and now lives in Dallas, Texas, the summers are much worse in Texas. Yes it gets very hot in AZ but it's dry heat so it's much more tolerable. Here in Dallas, it's very humid so you're drenched in sweat all the time and need to shower 7 times a day!

[@steve02slo]

Thank you yet again for a very informative session!

[@David-oy9ri]

So much useful information. Great channel! Keep up the good work!❤

[@b4urEnvy]

The right video at the right time as im thinking about the toyota hybrid reliability

[@kclefthanded427]

No other brand comes even close. Toyota just keep perfecting it over time

[@mqamar007]

You make very good videos. I have requested previously pl make a dedicated video on all Aquas / Prius C covering the old & the new model because they are unique in many ways. Thank you!

[@What1zTyme]

Excellent information! Thank you!

[@lindap.p.1337]

You have such a great channel for Toyota lovers.

[@jwmalcolm639]

Another great tutorial! Thank you!

[@user-hd8ej8yx9p]

Absolutely! I’ve had my Prius C for 10 years and only have changed the oil and a 12v battery (like any other car) Not a single issue or squeak

[@dorinvladareanu6743]

Hi. Love your videos !!!!!!! Keep up the good work !!!!!

[@dingorun1]

Another excellent video from The Car Care Nut!

[@JonathanOstrus]

Love your videos as always. Thank you for doing them. After watching this I almost wish I'd purchased a hybrid. I just recently purchased a standard ICE 2024 Camry. The lack of inventory, higher up front cost, and substantially higher insurance costs were my detractors against a hybrid version. Tack on that I only drive ~50mi/day, the increased fuel efficiency would take quite some time to counter those costs to come to a break even point. If it even reached the break even point.

[@8877Lego]

Higher insurance for hybrid than non-hybrid? Wow, why's that?

[@JonathanOstrus]

@@8877Lego I don't really know. Other than the vehicle costing slightly more up front than the non hybrid, it doesn't really make sense. It's not like a full EV which would have a high chance of being totaled for small accidents. I just know that 4 different companies quoted me and it was 30-50% more for a hybrid than non. Though oddly Mercury gave me the same price for both. But the quote they provided did not list the hybrid as a hybrid. It listed it as a SE Nightshade. So I think Mercury's system was not working or something.

[@CarnivoryHODL]

My ‘24 Sienna comes in August from my fleet company, psyched! Hoping my next Sienna after this is Plug-in hybrid!!

[@frankpflumm2468]

Once again, another outstanding video. I have a Sienna ordered. Just hope I do not have to wait too long to get it.

[@KaylaRussell77]

Most rich people stay rich by spending like the poor and investing without stopping then most poor people stay poor by spending like the rich yet not investing like the rich but impressing them

[@MarieRandy438]

People prefer to spend money on liabilities, Rather than investing in assets and be very profitable

[@MattHardwood1]

You are so correct! Save, invest and spend for necessities and a few small luxuries relatives to one's total assets ratio.

[@KathyJvanest]

Making a living is becoming more challenging, and it's difficult for me to save enough to enjoy quality time with my loved ones.

[@DaniCharney]

Even though digital currency has taken over the world, people still work for people. So, why not consider buying stocks and crypto and holding onto them?

[@SherrillHouser1]

That's a great point! With the rise of digital currency, investing in stocks and crypto can be a smart move. It's a way to potentially grow your wealth and secure your financial future.

[@iamsink]

This is a really good news. I let my lovely 04 Camry rest after 300k miles simply because the transmission that refuse to work any more. Without the transmission issue, I can drive my Toyota working for half a milliion miles.

[@LiliMinaj24]

2021 RAV4 Hybrid and I love it! Great video

[@jamesbrett9537]

Me and my wife each have a 3rd generation prius and they have been fantastic. Hybrid systems have never had any issues, and only some minor issues with the engine (thermostat and blocked egr passages on the manifold). We also are needing to replace the AC compressor on her car as it was damaged in an accident, but a secondhand replacement was only $150. I have been very impressed with them and will highly recommend them. For reference we are both at just over 200,000km on our cars.

[@Fyane004]

This channel is a gem, a lot of knowledge shared, thank you very much. Greetings from Chile

[@andremontmartin7207]

Totally agree! I searched a lot on KZbin for videos on Toyota hybrids, but no channel is as passionate and informative as this one. Ahmed is a master mechanic, very honest and a wealth of knowledge on these vehicles. A big thanks to him. Of France (RAV4 owner - 2021)

[@sachinnair91]

I love who I call the most handsome and smartest Chilean man, Pedro Pascal!!

[@appleforever6664]

Buy Toyota and hold for 15 to 20 years!

[@dragonite4242]

Lol going on 15

[@boyasia5874]

Have a 2002 Lexus Es300. Lexus is made by Toyota.

[@luckyguy600]

I am 73. Whoops too late.

[@jimmyqballs]

I drove my parents camry hybrid into the city just yesterday. tons of stop and go highway traffic both ways. I reset the mileage counter before, and managed 52 mpg's! Full size sedan getting 50+ sitting in traffic!

[@NotNowCato1254]

Thanks to the CCN I picked up a 2019 Lexus IS300h last week. Just 14k miles with 5 services completed....and for less than half the cost of a pretty average new car. I tend to keep my cars for 10 years+ so am very happy with my choice.

[@dumbdee4]

Another great video Thanks AMD!!

[@kamaranhassan2285]

I purchased my Toyota Camry Hybrid 2024 XSE. a month ago and I am happy that I fill my gas mileage every 3.5 weeks because I follow your recommendations of how to drive it to save on gasoline. Thank you, Ahmed, May Allah bless you ❤

[@sachinnair91]

who is Ahmed? also does your Camry hybrid have that weird hybrid braking feel or do the brakes feel normal, subhanallah?

[@steveolive9991]

How about creating a series of videos covering the basic technical aspects of the Toyota hybrid: location of parts, each part's function, animation of how the entire hybrid system operates. No need to discuss the ICE, just the non-ICE parts: electric motors, starting/charging, ECVT, cooling system, etc.

[@jamalonso2360]

I love your channel, very informative videos about Toyotas

[@TheGunterGlieben]

I really appreciate your informative videos. 👍

[@axx8326]

In Canada Toyota's hybrids inventory is almost inexistent leading to high markups and very long wait times. A good hybrid is one that you can buy.

[@debendragurung3033]

18:00 yes the eCVT in toyota hybrid is robust. I dont know if anyones said this, for me its best thing that have come out in the history of automotive industry. in a prius, its the last thing still suruviving even after everythings has fallen apart.

[@georgjrgensen8507]

In 2016 we bought a 2012 Toyota Yaris Hybrid - imported by a Dutch official dealership from Luxemburg, from a lease batch (we live in The Netherlands). It had only 33,000 kms ODO. It is 2024 now, and it has 128,000 kms ODO. Of course I have it serviced by the dealer. Outside the service we haven't had one single defect, the car is in fine condition - and we love it. A near perfect car - fuel consumption 1:20 in average over the total distance! Needless to say we are happy with our Yaris! By the way, I understand that the European Yaris is different from the American version.

[@robertmarziani5373]

Good commentary and positive presentation of an Iconic brand , Toyota!!! Thank you!

[@PattyKuluCakes]

I recently sold my 2016 Prius Four Touring to my local Toyota dealership due to running into financial hardship. I miss that car so much. I only had 59.9k miles on it. In the near future tho, I will get another Toyota hybrid.

[@SurLaMer_]

I am sorry you had to do this. I hope your situation improves very soon so you don't have to worry about finances anymore.

[@sachinnair91]

did you get a good price for it? how much did they pay you for it?

[@truthwillsetyoufree5463]

I made a bad decision to sell the 2014 Camry..

[@PattyKuluCakes]

@@sachinnair91 my Kelley Blue Book cash offer was $15,265. My dealership paid me $15,000. They didn’t even bother to test drive it or inspect it. They just did the paperwork and few days later called me to pickup the check. I probably could have gotten more from a private seller but I didn’t want to deal with negotiating, writing a bill of sell, and title stuffs.

[@PattyKuluCakes]

@@SurLaMer_ I appreciate your kind words! As hard as it was to sell my Prius, it had already lessened my burdens.

[@riceburner4747]

Ahmed, your videos are SO GOOD. I've learned so much from your videos. Great timing since Camry's will only be hybrid in 2025. Once again, thank you! 👍✊️🖖🇺🇸

[@Gopinathk17]

2025 Camrys already getting excellent reviews.

[@sachinnair91]

I'm worried about Ahmed's point that hybrid vehicles need to be driven daily to prevent the battery dying. Is that true? what if I don't drive for a few weeks?

[@cleveldjay]

Ahmed you're the man, we need TCCN License Plate frames please! Just simple white or black with your logo on it - would definitely buy one!

[@victorceicys7140]

AMD, thank you for a great video. We have a 2020 Lexus RX450h hybrid which has been supremely reliable, with no issues to date. In fact all of our Toyota products have been consistently reliable unlike other auto brands we had owned in the past. We still own and drive a 2005 LX470 Lexus SUV/truck and a 2008 Lexus LS460L, both of which have had only routine 5,000 mile services or six month services done like clockwork, and both of which have delivered amazingly reliable service year after year. If you maintain them, Toyota products will continue to deliver year-in, year out reliable service as in our experience, and based on your video, I expect that we will have a similar reliable experience with our RX450h. Thank you, again.

[@abdoolsaleem3450]

Good morning sir I must say thank you for your advice on buying a ls 430 I just went to look at one its a 2005 ls430 and I look for some of the things you mention and you were right the dealership would not work with me on the price so I have to give thanks for all your great advice 2005 ls 430 with 118120 miles its in good condition but not for 11995 with som of the issue thanks again

[@abdoolsaleem3450]

KBB Value that car at $7230

[@JoshuaReigns]

I've had 4 Prius models. A 2006, 2011, and I currently own a 2009 and a 2016. The 2006 had carbon problems in the rings, so it used more oil than it should have, and that problem eventually clogged the cat converter. The 2011 also used more oil than it should, so it likely would've eventually had the same problem. As a contrast, both the 2009 and 2016 have been very well taken care of by its previous owners, and neither of them use more than a normal amount of oil. The transaxle control in the 2016 makes it truly a pleasure to drive. It's seamless as it switches between the gasoline engine and the electric drive motor, and slows the car on downhill roads with the active adaptive cruise control and it's a real lifesaver (literally) on the freeway. I love it.

[@carloscruz7317]

Just got a 2024 Corolla le hybird. Love it! I’m a grandma driving style so I’m crushing it at 65mpg

[@terenceada9140]

Another great video, I always learn a lot from them. Thank you!

[@hasbenhome]

Purchased a 2024 RAV4 XSE Hybrid at the end of February, absolutely love the vehicle, great gas mileage averaging in the 42 mpg range and has a lot of performance when needed. And it’s easy for these old bones to get in and out of.

[@Johnny322]

How are you hitting that much mpgs? I don't speed or drive in the city much.. my work commute is about 42 miles and 90% highway but I'm only getting 35 mpg.

[@hasbenhome]

@@Johnny322 idk, we live in the country, nearest town is a 20 minute drive on 4 lane road. Use eco mode and cruise control set about 60mph.

[@marcelpatel9017]

Toyota all the way.

[@reidchilds1512]

Recently got a 2019 Avalon Hybrid limited with 67500 miles on it. Very excited and plan to make it last for quite a while!

[@salwansalem8099]

Great informative video hands down to the point thank you