I’ve had a 2023 Camry Hybrid for just over 12 months now and I can confirm that it is the cheapest car to run by far. I average 4.6lt per 100kms and get 900km range from a 50 litre tank. It’s brilliant.
For many consumers, they are not quite ready for EV's because of expense, charging infrastructure, and range anxiety, so a hybrid is a good compromise. Hybrids tend to have great fuel economy, and consumers don't have to worry about running out of battery life during long-distance driving or finding a charging station in more rural areas, especially one that actually works. Great video Shari.
Consumers don't have to be ready for the BEV's (the mandate for ONLY BEVs is Marxist, because it eliminates our freedom of choice, based on the forcibly imposed left ideology that will never succeed because it is Utopic). Based on real science, BEV's suck because they are very polluting, extremely dangerous, very unreliable, highly expensive, very impractical and [the most important "quality"] controllable (especially by the Chinese commies). The claim of saving the planet is false - as usual, is about power, about controlling us, not about helping us. My case is normal: I have very efficient ICE cars (Mazda MX-5/Miata ND2, Suzuki Jimny LCV 4x4 etc.), but also an excellent hybrid: Lexus UX 250h AWD F Sport - that I intend to drive till I'll die. Thank you, but no sh!tty BEV for me. By the way, hybrids are not at all a compromise, but the best way to save the lost kinetic energy when braking (or even coasting) that otherwise destroys the brake pads, rotors etc. Also you save on the parts you don't need anymore: alternator, belts etc. Thus they are very efficient, taking the best out of both worlds: ICE and EV.
@@Steve_in_NJ Also, CR said that hybrids(not the plug-in type) are the most reliable vehicles. Plug-In Hybrids (with the exception of the Toyota Prime models) are the least reliable. The Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In for example is near the bottom for reliability.
Definitely a fan boy and goes with the crowd 😂. He doesn't even know the toyota engines die just like the hyundai engines. LoL only good hyundai engine is 1.6L and all v6s are fine.
@@rohitnijhawan5281 tik tok is why i hate korean cars covid is why i have japanese hybrids japan having better prices than USA cars is why i hate ford TL;DR bah humbug. i love my car but im soooo glad i got it before the fiasco of car prices after 2019. used cars cost as much as new cars new cars have a 2000 higher cost than msrp due to supply issues people get their "new" car in the next year. its just insane, i feel like a boomer owning a house while the milenials are homeless, (yet its car ownership to carless folks) its just horrendous how prices have gotten out of hand. i get it when Luxury vehicles cost as much as a fixer upper home, 85k and up. but 50k for a feature loaded vehicle is a big ask. and while i dont mean to insult anyones income, 700 ish dollars a month for a depreciating asset begs the question... will the vehicle help you make more money or only cost you more money? at least with hybrids, they can easily answer with reduced fueling costs, but are creature comforts truly worth that much? idk, and i honestly cant explain car prices at all. since rarity means cars can literally cost 100s of thousands of dollars (just to collect dust and show off) and others cost less than 1000 yet are only useful for parts. to each his own, but at the very least can the middle of the line consumer not pay for a car that costs the same as a fixer upper home.
Absolutely great information. You break down things so simply and sensibly highlighting the most beneficial and challenging things we need to be aware of to make the most informed decision as s consumer. A million thanks for all of your hard work on all of your videos.
I've always had a Toyota but have been considering buying my first hybrid. Your report has convinced me to stick with Toyota. Now to decide, which one?
I recently took delivery on my third consecutive Prius (‘23 Prime 😎) over the last 17+ years and over 575K KM collectively… Toyota has the best system, hands down.
Since you encouraged your great concise videos listeners to share what hybrid they prefer, I’ll say briefly. I prefer and purchased this summer a single pre-owned 2011 Lexus RX 450h AWD on demand crossover w/ 76k low mileage. Except the expected sooner or later for such a heavier mid-size V6 VVTi crossover anticipated worn shock, struts and front link replacement, everything else the service said is in good shape. Nobody in luxury hybrid crossover market beats Lexus RX V6 w/ eCVT reliability during the years passed since 2010 and even before. You’re absolutely right 👍💥
A better description of the Honda hybrid, that emphasizes its simplicity, is that it is usually driven purely by electricity. But that electricity comes from a combination of a battery and an ICE-driven generator. This is called a serial hybrid. There literally were two experimental version of the system in the Clarity, leased in California, where the electricity was battery-only, or battery plus hydrogen fuel cell. The chief criticism of a serial hybrid is that the two conversions between electrical and mechanical power add what seem to be unnecessary losses. What these criticisms ignore is that separating the ICE from the wheels allows the ICE to run at its peak efficiency almost all the time. But that is also where the clutch comes in. In situations where power and speed do not need to fluctuate much - that is, on the highway - it becomes a single-speed parallel hybrid.
@moeanthony9308 not sure what the pricing is like in the states but the civic hybrid in Canada is very close in price to a camry hybrid. It's preliminary. Maybe it will change. And maybe the new camry will increase in price.
Watch your videos all the time, and I am very impressed with your knowledge of the market, almost purchased a Honda Accord Hybrid but after some research, I decided on a non-hybrid I am delighted with my 1.5lt turbo Honda Accord even a lower price not sold on a Hybrid.
😂 This is a no brainer. TOYOTA. 🇯🇵 Topgun. #1. 💯 The all new redesign RAV4 Redesign is shipping in the summer. Hybrid only now as all ICE variants discontinued. Huge HP Increase to 234. All new exterior and vastly improved interior. ✅
This video so opened my eyes! Looking for a non plug-in hybrid and looks like it's either a Honda or a Toyota (I don't like the look of Toyota's, though). Great video with super pertinent content. Cheers, mate!
I own a Toyota Prius 2006 model here in sunny South Africa. Last year I opted for a replacement hybrid battery and I am amazed that I now get better fuel consumption with the new battery pack. From purchase in 2010 I averaged 5.2 l/100 km. Now I am getting 4.8 l/100 km. It is a Nickel Metal Hydride battery but I don't know why it performs better. Should the new Prius come here, I am lining up to get one or the Lexus RXH versions if available. Thanks for the reviews and confirming my choice as a Toyota.
So the old technology Prius would get you 17 years of battery life; I wonder how long will the new lithium battery in the new Prius last, 30% better or 22 years?
The explanation is pretty simple. A strong battery allows you to store more electrical energy (or to store the same amount more quickly), both from engine charging and regenerative braking. The extra electrical drive energy lets you spend more time cruising on battery with the engine off, and less time with the engine on.
As a former prius owner I can say it it is hands down the worst car I have ever owned. I rate my 2007 Jeep Commander that I owned for 2 years above that car . A car that on paper, is one of the worst cars ever made anywhere in the world.
Just purchased first hybrid. The hybrid is totally new to me. Thank you for some info on it, sounds like luckilly i chose well. I have the NX 350h Lexus AWD. Still trying to learn about it. Thanks again This is a process.
I’ve had my ford escape hybrid for about six months. So many reviews talk down the ecvt. I can’t determine why. I love the continuous smooth acceleration and the low mpg I get from mine. Car companies thru the last 80 years have bragged about their smooth shifting transmissions and spent big bucks to make them quieter. Now the have the ecvt and the want me to think it is better for me to feel and hear my trans shift!
I wanted to buy a Rav 4 Hybrid but the wait time was 6 months minimum(acct the sales) so I got a CX-5 (gas powered) instead. Toyota's failure to make enough Hybrid vehicles to serve the market demand has been going on for years. If that does not get changed they will suffer from such arrogance! I like Toyota cars but when the sales tried to convince me to give up the Rav 4 hybrid and buy a BZ4X instead, I refunded the deposit and walked away.
My neighbor across the street has a 2014 Prius, gets greater than 50 mpg; over 300K miles; and the Prius is his everyday commute vehicle. Toyota's hybrid experience is major reason that I bought a 2019 RAV4 Hybrid new. I'm at 40K miles. It cost $900 more than the non-hybrid model, but the fuel savings breakeven was at 18K miles. My No#1 dislike is the 12V battery all the way in the rear ... a super nuisance if the 12V battery is dead AND you want to get into the vehicle to charge the battery (only the front door has the key backup option). Heads up, just do NOT let the car sit without use OR trickle-charge for 8 weeks .... otherwise, great vehicle !! On forest "roads", TRAIL mode is wonderful.
Yes, others also are wondering/complaining why Toyota/Lexus RX hybrids will position their 12V conventional battery in the trunk when opening it when the battery is discharge is a dramatical puzzle. However, there is a video that shows that one needs first to charge-boost a bit using the hybrid battery controller plus port (red cap) and metal (-) grounded part under the hood. Then open the trunk and access/replace the 12V battery hidden under the cover on the left next to the spare tire compartment.
Nice vid! But wait, how about Nissan? Actually I was thinking about buying a hybrid Sentra ( available with a 1.2 lit NA + single-speed transmission in my region) but, wn I saw yr vids on Toyota and Honda hybrids I thought maybe I should buy one of those. It'd be great if u could compare Nissan (and maybe others) to Toyota just like u did with Honda and Hyundai. Tysm!
Great video Shari, thanks! Please comment on Toyota vs Honda hybrid systems at specific speed ranges. I rarely get out of the city or over 55kph and am wondering if that should affect the choice between a RAV4 and a CR-V from a mileage perspective.
@@carhelpcorner Thanks for your reply! I’m a retired Canadian living in Vietnam. Here, Toyota advertise 5.7L /100km for the RAV4 in the city. Honda advertise 3.4L /100km for the CR/V. I am skeptical of the latter. The salesman said that Honda’s serial system was far superior in the city. Also, we are prone to flooding, do you think the hybrid batteries are waterproof enough for driving through water up to the bottom of the door sills?
@@darinlee8375 Toyota's hybrid is better than Honda's (see The Car Care Nut or others). However, knowing Vietnam, I do recommend an ICE reliable car such as the Mazda CX-5 (not the newer and less reliable CX-50). It will cost less and it will be overall more economical on long term.
My daughter has had two Prius V's and she has had trouble with both of them. The controllers and the batteries went out on both of them, costing her over $3,000 on each one. Other than the controller and the battery and AC problems, these cars were both very good.
I still drive my 2010 Prius and have 210,000 miles on the original battery. My mpgs have gradually decreased from mid 50's to now around 40. I am considering getting a rebuilt battery, but I haven't decided if I want to keep it for several more years. My only issue is with how much the Toyota dealerships charge for out of warranty repairs. Luckily, there are some much more reasonably price mechanics out there that know how to fix a Prius these days.
You do not go to Toyota dealer for battery replacement, usually with refurbished hybrid battery, the cost is continuously going down on hybrid batteries, regardless of first generation NiMeH or Li-ion, but not with the new car dealers?
and what is a price to change this (how much, 1 kW?) battery? I expecting that this should not be more than 1000 $ considering that EV's have 60-100 kW batteries
@zokonjazokonja Green Bean batteries will install a reconditioned battery for $1,799+tax and has a 3 year warranty. I'm still trying to find a less expensive option. The good news is that I don't need AC this time of year, so my mpg is back into the mid 40's.
No car maker can equal Toyota hybrids for reliability. We drive an ‘11 Prius and a ‘16 Rav4 hybrid. Zero repairs on either one except wreck damage on the Rav4.
I am the extremely happy owner of a 2015 Honda Accord Hybrid, which uses the same hybrid drive principle that you described. I was very disappointed to hear that the current Accord hybrid uses the "traditional feel" hack in the transmission ratios. That "traditional feel" means that you are getting BOTH less than the maximum power you could get AND less than the best economy you could get from that drive system. At full throttle, my old Accord Hybrid winds right up to maximum power as soon as the wheel traction can take it (~25 MpH), while the "traditional feel" hack causes the engine to be below maximum power most of the time, as it pretends to follow the fixed gear ratios. At cruising speeds, my 2015 always uses the the most efficient engine speed for the amount of power requested, but the "traditional feel" hack causes the the engine operate at the fixed speed dictated by the pretend gear ratio, almost always less efficient. So, the sound that "many drivers" love is actually the sound of sub-optimal operation. I've been considering buying a 2024 or 2025 Accord Hybrid, but I won't be doing that unless there's a way to turn off that feature and return to true eCVT operation.
Honda Clarity phev is the best hybrid. 47 EV only miles=hardly any need for gas. It’s Assembled in Japan, has Port Injection 1.5L, 40% of the Claritys weight is made from Aluminum & Ultra high strength steel which doesn’t rust. The interior is the best part-all extremely nice materials, very quiet & luxurious-way better than Prius! It’s a very affordable smart money purchase + u Get $4k off used clean vehicle thanks to IRA. I only use gas maybe 10-15% of the time now. 212HP, 232TQ 0-60 in 7.5 sec. It’s amazing! Just go test drive one, I guarantee you will have a VERY different tune if driven.
You should mention the new Nissan X trail that is offering an innovative hybrid system that does not require plug in and uses a small endothermic engine just to recharge the battery, while all power to the wheels comes from an electric engine ( two electric engines in the case of the AWD version)
Our 2021 AWD Escape Hybrid has 80k miles and it's been very reliable, for a F.O.R.D. Nice ride too. The only issue has been a persistent front cover weep, despite two attempts to seal it. Maintenance, which I do myself, isn't so bad now that Ford has added fill and drain plugs on everything. The 14 screws holding up the awful fibrous under shield is a real pain for oil changes though. The 1 qt of PTU and 1 qt of rear diff oil every 30k or so get pricey at $40 and $50 a bottle respectively! Next hybrid will be a 2025 AWD Camry.
I have a 2016 Toyota Avalon. I bought it new and haven’t had any problems with it. As I live in Southern California where we tend to have a batch of Forrest fires that causes our electricity to go out, I would never get an EV where there is a possibility I wouldn’t be able to charge it.
After owning both Honda and Toyota, I have selected Honda for my last four cars. Honda is more fun to drive and has better road feedback. Toyota and its dealers came up with many ways to have you pay more. Although Toyota is enjoying better reliability but my 97 Camry had paint peeled off and engine burning oil problems. Unfortunately, it did not reach 100,000 miles before retirement.
I would buy the 2025 Honda Accord because it is a smoother running engine. the dashboard is refined and not balkey looking. Bigger back seat and trunk. the outer look is refined and the vehicle is about 7 inches longer. Sleek looking
Something to consider, test drive a CPO Lexus ES300H. The build quality of Honda really doesn't come close to that of Lexus. The warranty on a CPO can be extended to five years bumper to bumper. A new Honda is standard 3 years 36K miles, which is a joke in these modern times. If you can score a CPO ES with, say 20K miles on the odo, you are driving a practically NEW and BETTER car with a much better warranty package and I bet the depreciation of a Lexus is also more favorable. Just a thought. A test drive won't cost you anything!
I'm on a RAV4 Facebook owners group. Why am I constantly reading that the a large number of hybid owners feel that hybrids should never be sprayed with the likes of Krown or Rust Check. Is this line of thought coming from dealerships or is it a internet rumor?
I wouldn’t disparage the Hyundai/kia hybrid models w/o turbo. Big deal one engine instead of 2? As you pointed out, they have the best warranty in the industry, and they get waaay better than 40 mpg! Not to mention a price well under $30k, for a great looking passenger car. The SUV’s & truck are almost as good as the passenger car.
Nissan has a very good hev setup, which is just an ev setup with a petrol generator to top up the battery. If only they put a smaller engine engine in it would be more economical, but watch out for new technologies in the engine world we might just see this soon, Liquid Piston, Mazda's rotary, the only downside side is noise off these. They will run on any fuel, including e-fuels.
I happen to speak Japanese and shortly after the EU mandate on vehicle electrification, watched Japanese news round tables on the impact on their auto industry. It was commonly understood that hybrids were prohibited because European automakers couldn’t compete with Japanese (I.e. Toyota) hybrid technology, which is far more challenging than BEV. The round table discussants didn’t express resentment, it was more acceptance with some worry about Japan’s capacity urgently adapt to new rules. This was before the U.S. mandate, but the American government motivation seems very similar. Of course, plans in both cases are being stymied by a certain other Asian country.
Nice Video Shari, exactly what I am looking for. Currently I drive a 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid touring. I drive 30 - 32,000 miles/year and have 230K miles on my car in 7 years. Probably next year I will be looking for a replacement. I am looking at CR-V, RAV4, Crown Sedan or Signia, and Lexus NX300h. My current ride did not come with a spare, but I took out all the foam and found a full size spare that would fit in the space, and would do the same in the next car/suv as well. I know RAV4 comes with a spare, but not sure about the Crown models. I hate that the lexus models come with the run-flat tires. Do any of these car have enough space for me to stick a spare tire in?
They wouldn't have enough space for a spare under the cargo floor. You would have to just put it in the cargo area. Some buy a donut spare kit and just throw it in the back for road trips.
Some questions.... is the insurance on hybrid cars more than regular gasoline cars? Also, do they have to be plugged in? If so, then that's a deal breaker.
Great video. We own 3 Toyota' s and I will only purchase a Toyota they have been great vehicles. We're looking to purchase 2 new Toyota Hybrids very soon....
Shame the Fusion isn't around anymore.. that was the most fun to drive... but right now the gap in price for a 2020 model is MASSIVE... at least where I am looking.. (okay there is a recall for the BECM ... but still. sometimes it's 8 to 10 grand), I thought the Elantra hybrid uses a DCT...
i have drive the toyota yaris cross hybrid and the honda jazz crosstar hybrid.after analizing this two i will choose the honda.because the honda has bigger interior space,122hp compare the toyota 116hp, 10 airbags,better interior design/usefull handys like the backseats ,smooth drivng ev system,less noise driving and handeling performance.fuel ecomeny is about equal.
Wait..so which models are effected by direct fuel injection carbon build up? You mentioned both Toyota and Honda having them. How is this information spread across different models and engine designs???
As a soon to be buyer, I would choose Lexus UX or Toyota Venza. For all the reasons you listed. I would consider a Civic hybrid when they come out, but, no 4 wheel option and I like the way most 4 wheel cars sit a little higher.
me and my girl bought a new 2023 Lexus UX Luxury for $39K. We wanted a used Rav 4 in North Texas and they were all OVER $35K! So we checked out the Lexus dealer, scrapped up 7k down and drove back up to Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Don’t forget to change the oil and filter within the first 1K miles. That’s when most wear occurs. Change it at the LATEST every 6K miles. If you do lots of short commutes (< 10 miles) change it at 4K. it’s $40 tops if you DIY and takes 20 minutes tops. worth the peace of mind!
Excellent choices. Both Toyota Venza and Lexus UX 250h are very reliable. We chose the hybrid UX F Sport and we had zero issues in 5 years, low TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) - despite changing the oil often, at about 5000 miles, having applied chassis rust protection etc. And you get a serene ride, very comfortable and quiet - typical Lexus luxury - and a huge efficiency. The Civic (I used to have one in the 2009-2020 period) is far behind in quality and reliability (Toyota/Lexus is #1 in reliability while Honda dropped in the last decade to #6).
Maybe a little bit of watching other videos from him will make you expand your views from only Toyota/Lexus and Honda/Acura to also Mazda, Subaru, Suzuki (these three are using the hybrid tech from Toyota at a smaller price) etc. And the brand should not be the main factor, but the leadership (reliability, low TCO) in the segment you need your car to be.
Thank you for the great video. Do you recommend staying away from the Kia Niro Hybrid? What would you recommend for a reliable small hybrid? I have limited space in my driveway. 76 inches length maximum. Thank you so much
Thank you so much for the quick response. I am going with the Niro plug in. I like the look better than the Toyota especially the interior. The gas mileage is also better. Your reviews are great and very helpful. Merry Christmas.
@@carhelpcornerfor people who want to carry large items in the back, the shape of the Niro is a clear winner over the Prius (esp 4 and 5 gen) and the Corolla (hybrid not available on the hatchback). The Prius V is gone and the Corolla Cross hybrid has a multiple year wait on it. (Niro is not a turbo engine)
Toyota has it down a pat. Very reliable, very efficient, easy maintenance, batteries are relatively cheap to replace and service, very well thought out :) If you can handle the CVT drone, imo, besides Honda, they are the ones to go for.
New, the difference in price used to be $2.000 Camry gas/hybrid. Now the difference is huge. Which (Honda/Toyota) new or used has the better hp. I drive 90% city? Used, I am a senior and don't drive daily (5,500 km/y) in Toronto
I don't understand why new. Especially when you are a senior (just like me), drive little etc. I am buying only with huge discounts, usually almost new second-hand reliability champions. The ES is an excellent suggestion and it's superior in many ways to its cousin (Camry), even though they share the #1 tech in hybrids: Toyota.
@@paulrodger3115 , from my point of view any of them are fine (hybrid - that I prefer - or ICE) as long as they are made in Japan or in the USA. The year is up to your budget - just avoid the year described on forums as having issues. Do your research well and the car will outlast you (the same case for me) 😉
Of course toyota hybrid always the best i already owned a 2022 venza hybrid excellent on gas about cable corrosion people should take to rust protection at the krown rust proofing like i did for my venza it is solved the problem thanks for sharing your video take care bye from milton Ontario Canada 🇨🇦
I can't understand why people still choose Toyota, because Honda has a better hybrid, Toyota's battery is charged during braking during recuperation, its generator does not charge the battery, Honda has this option. , Honda is a priority!
Because in terms of "know-how" and track record on reliability, Toyota is ahead of Honda. Toyota uses the same hybrid technology in its Lexus models. You think Toyota would take chances with its upscale brand that has to compete with the Germans?
You mentioned the driveshaft as a con of the Honda, I think it might actually be a pro. The RAV4 system AWD is less capable than the CRV because of it. Most arent offroading but it can make a difference in areas with mountains and snow (like Denver). Also I dont think what you said about oil spray is correct at all, the problem with toyota cables is moister gets trapped in the cable. Sealing it would make the problem worse. This is why toyota put an opening in the cable to let water drain out after finding the problem, although there have been some reports of it corroding still (but I would bet this is rare).
The RAV4's AWD is certainly less capable, but it is also less complicated and maintenance free. As for the oil spray rustproofing, it does not seal in moisture. It actually does the opposite by repelling water to prevent corrosion. It works very well. In any case, Toyota now covers this issue under extended warranty.
Honda ❤..i love my honda jazz (fit) hybride 2024...more quite than the Toyota Yaris cross On smalls models honda has 4 cylinders.. Toyota 3 cylinders..
I'm finding it difficult to choose between CRV and RAV4 Hybrid.. RAV4 here in canada is vapour stock. Can't literally find one.But Honda got plenty in stock. Is it worth waiting for Toyota or should i go for a Honda?
Wait for the awesome new RAV4 shipping in the summer. Far superior to the old CRV that’s in stock now. 👍 The current CRV is smaller and the interior is inferior.
All those you named are out of Top 10 reliable brands (the only European producer is Porsche at #8, but its price positioning is too high). The top 3 reliable brands is: Lexus, Toyota and Mazda. Out of that top are starting the reliability issues.
Stuck between a Camry SE hybrid or Tesla model 3 Toyota seems like the move but 37$ a month in electricity sounds good to. Toyota seems like the best deal compared to the rest of the car brands even Honda
Even if you like that low amount to be paid on electricity (and maybe the amazing acceleration), the truth is that the BEV's suck. They are quite expensive, the replacement battery is very costly (while a battery replacement for a hybrid is about 10 times cheaper), they burn (again expensive) tyres, the insurance is huge etc. They are highly unreliable, very dangerous if you keep them close to your house, very pollutant, not good on long trips or towing etc. Toyota's hybrids are far better.
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I’ve had a 2023 Camry Hybrid for just over 12 months now and I can confirm that it is the cheapest car to run by far. I average 4.6lt per 100kms and get 900km range from a 50 litre tank. It’s brilliant.
Probably the best hybrid comparison video out there aside from carcarenut, thanks for making solid content like this.
We just bought a 2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE Nightshade Edition ....❤️ it!
How much?
@@ninapachulli bought it last November for 31k
@@Raider19582 thank you
For many consumers, they are not quite ready for EV's because of expense, charging infrastructure, and range anxiety, so a hybrid is a good compromise. Hybrids tend to have great fuel economy, and consumers don't have to worry about running out of battery life during long-distance driving or finding a charging station in more rural areas, especially one that actually works. Great video Shari.
In addition, the 2024 Consumer Reports Vehicle Report just came out and EV rank in the "they suck" category (except Tesla).
Consumers don't have to be ready for the BEV's (the mandate for ONLY BEVs is Marxist, because it eliminates our freedom of choice, based on the forcibly imposed left ideology that will never succeed because it is Utopic).
Based on real science, BEV's suck because they are very polluting, extremely dangerous, very unreliable, highly expensive, very impractical and [the most important "quality"] controllable (especially by the Chinese commies).
The claim of saving the planet is false - as usual, is about power, about controlling us, not about helping us.
My case is normal: I have very efficient ICE cars (Mazda MX-5/Miata ND2, Suzuki Jimny LCV 4x4 etc.), but also an excellent hybrid: Lexus UX 250h AWD F Sport - that I intend to drive till I'll die. Thank you, but no sh!tty BEV for me.
By the way, hybrids are not at all a compromise, but the best way to save the lost kinetic energy when braking (or even coasting) that otherwise destroys the brake pads, rotors etc. Also you save on the parts you don't need anymore: alternator, belts etc. Thus they are very efficient, taking the best out of both worlds: ICE and EV.
@@Steve_in_NJ Also, CR said that hybrids(not the plug-in type) are the most reliable vehicles. Plug-In Hybrids (with the exception of the Toyota Prime models) are the least reliable. The Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In for example is near the bottom for reliability.
I don't understand why people keep saying that hybrids are a compromise. Hybrids are the best of both worlds.
hyundai KIA hybrid make no sense.
battery replacement cost you $15,000.
its cheaper to drive V8.
Only Honda and Toyota should have on the shortlist .they reliable and dependable
Fanboi attitude. in the covid period their dealerships were acting like the mafia and shaking people down. I bought hyundais. doing great.
Definitely a fan boy and goes with the crowd 😂. He doesn't even know the toyota engines die just like the hyundai engines. LoL only good hyundai engine is 1.6L and all v6s are fine.
@@rohitnijhawan5281
tik tok is why i hate korean cars
covid is why i have japanese hybrids
japan having better prices than USA cars is why i hate ford
TL;DR bah humbug.
i love my car but im soooo glad i got it before the fiasco of car prices after 2019.
used cars cost as much as new cars
new cars have a 2000 higher cost than msrp due to supply issues
people get their "new" car in the next year.
its just insane, i feel like a boomer owning a house while the milenials are homeless, (yet its car ownership to carless folks)
its just horrendous how prices have gotten out of hand.
i get it when Luxury vehicles cost as much as a fixer upper home, 85k and up. but 50k for a feature loaded vehicle is a big ask. and while i dont mean to insult anyones income, 700 ish dollars a month for a depreciating asset begs the question... will the vehicle help you make more money or only cost you more money?
at least with hybrids, they can easily answer with reduced fueling costs, but are creature comforts truly worth that much?
idk, and i honestly cant explain car prices at all. since rarity means cars can literally cost 100s of thousands of dollars (just to collect dust and show off)
and others cost less than 1000 yet are only useful for parts.
to each his own, but at the very least can the middle of the line consumer not pay for a car that costs the same as a fixer upper home.
@@PrincePorter do share some links proving your claim? From what I can find the most reliable cars (hybrids and others) are made by Toyota and Lexus.
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Absolutely great information. You break down things so simply and sensibly highlighting the most beneficial and challenging things we need to be aware of to make the most informed decision as s consumer. A million thanks for all of your hard work on all of your videos.
You are so welcome!
Toyota ! I own 2022 highlander hybrid and it’s one of the best
I agreed!!! It is the best 🙄👌👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻!!!
I've always had a Toyota but have been considering buying my first hybrid. Your report has convinced me to stick with Toyota. Now to decide, which one?
Thank you for making everything easy to understand!
Great video! Learned a bit as I didnt know the awd was different between companies.
Great, informative video as always. Thank you!
Your information and advice is very good, I learn a lot from watching your videos.
Thank you!
I recently took delivery on my third consecutive Prius (‘23 Prime 😎) over the last 17+ years and over 575K KM collectively… Toyota has the best system, hands down.
Congrats!!
Since you encouraged your great concise videos listeners to share what hybrid they prefer, I’ll say briefly. I prefer and purchased this summer a single pre-owned 2011 Lexus RX 450h AWD on demand crossover w/ 76k low mileage. Except the expected sooner or later for such a heavier mid-size V6 VVTi crossover anticipated worn shock, struts and front link replacement, everything else the service said is in good shape. Nobody in luxury hybrid crossover market beats Lexus RX V6 w/ eCVT reliability during the years passed since 2010 and even before. You’re absolutely right 👍💥
A better description of the Honda hybrid, that emphasizes its simplicity, is that it is usually driven purely by electricity. But that electricity comes from a combination of a battery and an ICE-driven generator. This is called a serial hybrid.
There literally were two experimental version of the system in the Clarity, leased in California, where the electricity was battery-only, or battery plus hydrogen fuel cell.
The chief criticism of a serial hybrid is that the two conversions between electrical and mechanical power add what seem to be unnecessary losses. What these criticisms ignore is that separating the ICE from the wheels allows the ICE to run at its peak efficiency almost all the time. But that is also where the clutch comes in. In situations where power and speed do not need to fluctuate much - that is, on the highway - it becomes a single-speed parallel hybrid.
Thanks!
Thank you so much!
I'd love to get a civic hybrid but with how Honda is pricing things lately, the gap between it and a camry hybrid isn't much. So likely a camry
A Civic and a Camry are two different price points. Corolla hybrid is a better comparison
@moeanthony9308 not sure what the pricing is like in the states but the civic hybrid in Canada is very close in price to a camry hybrid. It's preliminary. Maybe it will change. And maybe the new camry will increase in price.
@@mattwilliams7454 there is no civic hybrid released in Canada
@moeanthony9308 it's announced for 2024
@@mattwilliams7454 yes I know but again no final msrp announced too early to make comparisons
Watch your videos all the time, and I am very impressed with your knowledge of the market, almost purchased a Honda Accord Hybrid but after some research, I decided on a non-hybrid I am delighted with my 1.5lt turbo Honda Accord even a lower price not sold on a Hybrid.
Thank you! Hope you enjoy your Accord!
Excellent research and presentation, you provide us with everything we need to know to make a informed decision, Thank You! Javi G.
Glad it was helpful!
I bought Rav4 Hybrid Limited 2022 🙄👌👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
😂 This is a no brainer. TOYOTA. 🇯🇵
Topgun. #1. 💯
The all new redesign RAV4 Redesign is shipping in the summer. Hybrid only now as all ICE variants discontinued. Huge HP Increase to 234. All new exterior and vastly improved interior. ✅
This video so opened my eyes! Looking for a non plug-in hybrid and looks like it's either a Honda or a Toyota (I don't like the look of Toyota's, though). Great video with super pertinent content. Cheers, mate!
I own a Toyota Prius 2006 model here in sunny South Africa. Last year I opted for a replacement hybrid battery and I am amazed that I now get better fuel consumption with the new battery pack. From purchase in 2010 I averaged 5.2 l/100 km. Now I am getting 4.8 l/100 km. It is a Nickel Metal Hydride battery but I don't know why it performs better. Should the new Prius come here, I am lining up to get one or the Lexus RXH versions if available. Thanks for the reviews and confirming my choice as a Toyota.
So the old technology Prius would get you 17 years of battery life; I wonder how long will the new lithium battery in the new Prius last, 30% better or 22 years?
South Africa may be sunny, but it’s a cloudy political mess.
The explanation is pretty simple. A strong battery allows you to store more electrical energy (or to store the same amount more quickly), both from engine charging and regenerative braking. The extra electrical drive energy lets you spend more time cruising on battery with the engine off, and less time with the engine on.
As a former toyota technician, i can openly say prius's just dont ever have major issues!
Honda Insight 2020 vs Toyota Prius 2020 which is better you think?
As a former prius owner I can say it it is hands down the worst car I have ever owned. I rate my 2007 Jeep Commander that I owned for 2 years above that car . A car that on paper, is one of the worst cars ever made anywhere in the world.
The new gen has a lot of recalls
I drive a Toyota Hatch 2023 and loves it, please provide some tips on efficient hybrid driving
Thanks for the information...its very helpful
Just purchased first hybrid. The hybrid is totally new to me. Thank you for some info on it, sounds like luckilly i chose well. I have the NX 350h Lexus AWD. Still trying to learn about it. Thanks again This is a process.
I’ve had my ford escape hybrid for about six months. So many reviews talk down the ecvt. I can’t determine why. I love the continuous smooth acceleration and the low mpg I get from mine. Car companies thru the last 80 years have bragged about their smooth shifting transmissions and spent big bucks to make them quieter. Now the have the ecvt and the want me to think it is better for me to feel and hear my trans shift!
I wanted to buy a Rav 4 Hybrid but the wait time was 6 months minimum(acct the sales) so I got a CX-5 (gas powered) instead. Toyota's failure to make enough Hybrid vehicles to serve the market demand has been going on for years. If that does not get changed they will suffer from such arrogance! I like Toyota cars but when the sales tried to convince me to give up the Rav 4 hybrid and buy a BZ4X instead, I refunded the deposit and walked away.
You hit the jackpot. The CX-5 is excellent.
My neighbor across the street has a 2014 Prius, gets greater than 50 mpg; over 300K miles; and the Prius is his everyday commute vehicle. Toyota's hybrid experience is major reason that I bought a 2019 RAV4 Hybrid new. I'm at 40K miles. It cost $900 more than the non-hybrid model, but the fuel savings breakeven was at 18K miles. My No#1 dislike is the 12V battery all the way in the rear ... a super nuisance if the 12V battery is dead AND you want to get into the vehicle to charge the battery (only the front door has the key backup option). Heads up, just do NOT let the car sit without use OR trickle-charge for 8 weeks .... otherwise, great vehicle !! On forest "roads", TRAIL mode is wonderful.
Yes, others also are wondering/complaining why Toyota/Lexus RX hybrids will position their 12V conventional battery in the trunk when opening it when the battery is discharge is a dramatical puzzle.
However, there is a video that shows that one needs first to charge-boost a bit using the hybrid battery controller plus port (red cap) and metal (-) grounded part under the hood. Then open the trunk and access/replace the 12V battery hidden under the cover on the left next to the spare tire compartment.
On kia-hyundai don't forget to mention the HSG belt wich need to be replaced at every 50 000km in canada, seems costly...
I don't know where do you live if in Canada krown rust proofing is the best i do every one to 2 years my 2009 matrix still like brand new
Nice vid! But wait, how about Nissan? Actually I was thinking about buying a hybrid Sentra ( available with a 1.2 lit NA + single-speed transmission in my region) but, wn I saw yr vids on Toyota and Honda hybrids I thought maybe I should buy one of those. It'd be great if u could compare Nissan (and maybe others) to Toyota just like u did with Honda and Hyundai. Tysm!
Nissan is shit. They needed to sell out and cut corners everywhere.
Great video Shari, thanks! Please comment on Toyota vs Honda hybrid systems at specific speed ranges. I rarely get out of the city or over 55kph and am wondering if that should affect the choice between a RAV4 and a CR-V from a mileage perspective.
Both are most efficient at lower speeds during stop and go driving. It's easier to get better fuel economy out of the RAV4, but they are very close.
@@carhelpcorner
Thanks for your reply!
I’m a retired Canadian living in Vietnam. Here, Toyota advertise 5.7L /100km for the RAV4 in the city. Honda advertise 3.4L /100km for the CR/V.
I am skeptical of the latter. The salesman said that Honda’s serial system was far superior in the city. Also, we are prone to flooding, do you think the hybrid batteries are waterproof enough for driving through water up to the bottom of the door sills?
@@darinlee8375 Toyota's hybrid is better than Honda's (see The Car Care Nut or others). However, knowing Vietnam, I do recommend an ICE reliable car such as the Mazda CX-5 (not the newer and less reliable CX-50). It will cost less and it will be overall more economical on long term.
I was surprised to see Ford on this list, but it was a good surprise. Great video, learned a lot. Thank you and have a nice day!
Great stuff man.
Honda accord hybrid. Love it❤. And I didn’t know anything about hybrids before purchase 😮!
My daughter has had two Prius V's and she has had trouble with both of them. The controllers and the batteries went out on both of them, costing her over $3,000 on each one. Other than the controller and the battery and AC problems, these cars were both very good.
Women😂😂😂
I still drive my 2010 Prius and have 210,000 miles on the original battery.
My mpgs have gradually decreased from mid 50's to now around 40. I am considering getting a rebuilt battery, but I haven't decided if I want to keep it for several more years.
My only issue is with how much the Toyota dealerships charge for out of warranty repairs.
Luckily, there are some much more reasonably price mechanics out there that know how to fix a Prius these days.
You do not go to Toyota dealer for battery replacement, usually with refurbished hybrid battery, the cost is continuously going down on hybrid batteries, regardless of first generation NiMeH or Li-ion, but not with the new car dealers?
and what is a price to change this (how much, 1 kW?) battery? I expecting that this should not be more than 1000 $ considering that EV's have 60-100 kW batteries
@zokonjazokonja Green Bean batteries will install a reconditioned battery for $1,799+tax and has a 3 year warranty. I'm still trying to find a less expensive option. The good news is that I don't need AC this time of year, so my mpg is back into the mid 40's.
watch out for the head gasket. mine blew at 275,000 miles.
No car maker can equal Toyota hybrids for reliability. We drive an ‘11 Prius and a ‘16 Rav4 hybrid. Zero repairs on either one except wreck damage on the Rav4.
How have the water pumps held up?
I am the extremely happy owner of a 2015 Honda Accord Hybrid, which uses the same hybrid drive principle that you described. I was very disappointed to hear that the current Accord hybrid uses the "traditional feel" hack in the transmission ratios. That "traditional feel" means that you are getting BOTH less than the maximum power you could get AND less than the best economy you could get from that drive system. At full throttle, my old Accord Hybrid winds right up to maximum power as soon as the wheel traction can take it (~25 MpH), while the "traditional feel" hack causes the engine to be below maximum power most of the time, as it pretends to follow the fixed gear ratios. At cruising speeds, my 2015 always uses the the most efficient engine speed for the amount of power requested, but the "traditional feel" hack causes the the engine operate at the fixed speed dictated by the pretend gear ratio, almost always less efficient. So, the sound that "many drivers" love is actually the sound of sub-optimal operation.
I've been considering buying a 2024 or 2025 Accord Hybrid, but I won't be doing that unless there's a way to turn off that feature and return to true eCVT operation.
I have Toyota Venza and Love ❤️ it
How much?
Thanks. Great review.
how is mitsubishi PHEV? planning to buy one.
Excellent video. Thank you!
Honda Clarity phev is the best hybrid. 47 EV only miles=hardly any need for gas. It’s Assembled in Japan, has Port Injection 1.5L, 40% of the Claritys weight is made from Aluminum & Ultra high strength steel which doesn’t rust. The interior is the best part-all extremely nice materials, very quiet & luxurious-way better than Prius! It’s a very affordable smart money purchase + u Get $4k off used clean vehicle thanks to IRA. I only use gas maybe 10-15% of the time now. 212HP, 232TQ 0-60 in 7.5 sec. It’s amazing! Just go test drive one, I guarantee you will have a VERY different tune if driven.
You should mention the new Nissan X trail that is offering an innovative hybrid system that does not require plug in and uses a small endothermic engine just to recharge the battery, while all power to the wheels comes from an electric engine ( two electric engines in the case of the AWD version)
Nothing in a Nissan is "innovative". It's more like "others aren't desperate enough to use this".
Our 2021 AWD Escape Hybrid has 80k miles and it's been very reliable, for a F.O.R.D. Nice ride too.
The only issue has been a persistent front cover weep, despite two attempts to seal it.
Maintenance, which I do myself, isn't so bad now that Ford has added fill and drain plugs on everything. The 14 screws holding up the awful fibrous under shield is a real pain for oil changes though.
The 1 qt of PTU and 1 qt of rear diff oil every 30k or so get pricey at $40 and $50 a bottle respectively!
Next hybrid will be a 2025 AWD Camry.
I have a 2016 Toyota Avalon. I bought it new and haven’t had any problems with it. As I live in Southern California where we tend to have a batch of Forrest fires that causes our electricity to go out, I would never get an EV where there is a possibility I wouldn’t be able to charge it.
Can you do hybrid SUVs with resale value in mind? Thank you.
After owning both Honda and Toyota, I have selected Honda for my last four cars. Honda is more fun to drive and has better road feedback. Toyota and its dealers came up with many ways to have you pay more. Although Toyota is enjoying better reliability but my 97 Camry had paint peeled off and engine burning oil problems. Unfortunately, it did not reach 100,000 miles before retirement.
Thanks, well done.
Very informative video. Thank you very much!
I would buy the 2025 Honda Accord because it is a smoother running engine. the dashboard is refined and not balkey looking. Bigger back seat and trunk. the outer look is refined and the vehicle is about 7 inches longer. Sleek looking
Something to consider, test drive a CPO Lexus ES300H. The build quality of Honda really doesn't come close to that of Lexus. The warranty on a CPO can be extended to five years bumper to bumper. A new Honda is standard 3 years 36K miles, which is a joke in these modern times. If you can score a CPO ES with, say 20K miles on the odo, you are driving a practically NEW and BETTER car with a much better warranty package and I bet the depreciation of a Lexus is also more favorable. Just a thought. A test drive won't cost you anything!
I'm on a RAV4 Facebook owners group. Why am I constantly reading that the a large number of hybid owners feel that hybrids should never be sprayed with the likes of Krown or Rust Check. Is this line of thought coming from dealerships or is it a internet rumor?
From what I understand is that rust proof is a waste of money on modern vehicles because they don't rust anymore.
When you do find out plz let us know
Dealers say this to sell their own wildly overpriced rust protection. Krown or Rust Check does not hurt the car in any way.
@@carhelpcornerthanks for replying but which 1 do you prefer?
Is it possible to start engine of either of these cars without traction battery?
I would go Toyota.
Toyota and lexus by far!
I wouldn’t disparage the Hyundai/kia hybrid models w/o turbo. Big deal one engine instead of 2? As you pointed out, they have the best warranty in the industry, and they get waaay better than 40 mpg! Not to mention a price well under $30k, for a great looking passenger car. The SUV’s & truck are almost as good as the passenger car.
we are all in with toyota hybrid… 2 camrys and a lexus 450h… just fine vehicles… actual long-term value
In small cars,Honda jazz by far 😊!
What is max towing capacity of the Toyota hybrid with two electric motors?
We just bought a 2025 camary hybrid. I will be looking for your next video. Thanks
toyota hybrid is the best.
Nissan has a very good hev setup, which is just an ev setup with a petrol generator to top up the battery. If only they put a smaller engine engine in it would be more economical, but watch out for new technologies in the engine world we might just see this soon, Liquid Piston, Mazda's rotary, the only downside side is noise off these. They will run on any fuel, including e-fuels.
I happen to speak Japanese and shortly after the EU mandate on vehicle electrification, watched Japanese news round tables on the impact on their auto industry. It was commonly understood that hybrids were prohibited because European automakers couldn’t compete with Japanese (I.e. Toyota) hybrid technology, which is far more challenging than BEV. The round table discussants didn’t express resentment, it was more acceptance with some worry about Japan’s capacity urgently adapt to new rules.
This was before the U.S. mandate, but the American government motivation seems very similar.
Of course, plans in both cases are being stymied by a certain other Asian country.
Nice Video Shari, exactly what I am looking for. Currently I drive a 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid touring. I drive 30 - 32,000 miles/year and have 230K miles on my car in 7 years. Probably next year I will be looking for a replacement. I am looking at CR-V, RAV4, Crown Sedan or Signia, and Lexus NX300h. My current ride did not come with a spare, but I took out all the foam and found a full size spare that would fit in the space, and would do the same in the next car/suv as well. I know RAV4 comes with a spare, but not sure about the Crown models. I hate that the lexus models come with the run-flat tires. Do any of these car have enough space for me to stick a spare tire in?
They wouldn't have enough space for a spare under the cargo floor. You would have to just put it in the cargo area. Some buy a donut spare kit and just throw it in the back for road trips.
Some questions.... is the insurance on hybrid cars more than regular gasoline cars? Also, do they have to be plugged in? If so, then that's a deal breaker.
Hybrids do not need to be plugged in. As for insurance, there should be no difference between the hybrid and non-hybrid version of the same vehicle.
Great video. We own 3 Toyota' s and I will only purchase a Toyota they have been great vehicles. We're looking to purchase 2 new Toyota Hybrids very soon....
Shame the Fusion isn't around anymore.. that was the most fun to drive... but right now the gap in price for a 2020 model is MASSIVE... at least where I am looking.. (okay there is a recall for the BECM ... but still. sometimes it's 8 to 10 grand), I thought the Elantra hybrid uses a DCT...
Toyota is better. There is tons of honda in stock but Toyota you will have to look for inventory as stock sells fast. Think about that.
Agree, but that may be due to the brand name. Toyota is the epitome of reliability.
i have drive the toyota yaris cross hybrid and the honda jazz crosstar hybrid.after analizing this two i will choose the honda.because the honda has bigger interior space,122hp compare the toyota 116hp, 10 airbags,better interior design/usefull handys like the backseats ,smooth drivng ev system,less noise driving and handeling performance.fuel ecomeny is about equal.
Wait..so which models are effected by direct fuel injection carbon build up? You mentioned both Toyota and Honda having them. How is this information spread across different models and engine designs???
Honda love to design cars that doesn't wanna to sell.
Like it's over priced for their products.
You didn’t mention the Mitsubishi phev?
As a soon to be buyer, I would choose Lexus UX or Toyota Venza. For all the reasons you listed. I would consider a Civic hybrid when they come out, but, no 4 wheel option and I like the way most 4 wheel cars sit a little higher.
Dnt get that super loud venza. I wanted to buy, but the thing was so loud on highway, I said forget it😅
The Venza will be gone soon. Its being discontinued for the Crown Signia in the Summer 2024. Looks really nice, except for probably the wallet.
me and my girl bought a new 2023 Lexus UX Luxury for $39K. We wanted a used Rav 4 in North Texas and they were all OVER $35K!
So we checked out the Lexus dealer, scrapped up 7k down and drove back up to Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
Don’t forget to change the oil and filter within the first 1K miles. That’s when most wear occurs. Change it at the LATEST every 6K miles. If you do lots of short commutes (< 10 miles) change it at 4K. it’s $40 tops if you DIY and takes 20 minutes tops. worth the peace of mind!
Excellent choices. Both Toyota Venza and Lexus UX 250h are very reliable.
We chose the hybrid UX F Sport and we had zero issues in 5 years, low TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) - despite changing the oil often, at about 5000 miles, having applied chassis rust protection etc. And you get a serene ride, very comfortable and quiet - typical Lexus luxury - and a huge efficiency. The Civic (I used to have one in the 2009-2020 period) is far behind in quality and reliability (Toyota/Lexus is #1 in reliability while Honda dropped in the last decade to #6).
I have a Toyota Corolla and I get 60+ mpg (UK)
Great info thanks.
TOYOTOA BY MILES THEY WERE THE FIRST TO BRING HYBRID AND THEY ARE ALWAYS UPDATING AND MAKING BETTER HYBRID ENGINES
You had me convinced ro stick to these two and no others!
Maybe a little bit of watching other videos from him will make you expand your views from only Toyota/Lexus and Honda/Acura to also Mazda, Subaru, Suzuki (these three are using the hybrid tech from Toyota at a smaller price) etc.
And the brand should not be the main factor, but the leadership (reliability, low TCO) in the segment you need your car to be.
Without a doubt Toyota 👍
Thank you for the great video. Do you recommend staying away from the Kia Niro Hybrid? What would you recommend for a reliable small hybrid? I have limited space in my driveway. 76 inches length maximum. Thank you so much
Your best choices would be a Toyota Prius or Toyota Corolla Hybrid. Can't go wrong with either one. The Kia Niro would be third choice.
Thank you so much for the quick response. I am going with the Niro plug in. I like the look better than the Toyota especially the interior. The gas mileage is also better. Your reviews are great and very helpful. Merry Christmas.
Fyi, elantra hybrid is NA engine. It is not turbo engine like in video says.
@@carhelpcornerfor people who want to carry large items in the back, the shape of the Niro is a clear winner over the Prius (esp 4 and 5 gen) and the Corolla (hybrid not available on the hatchback). The Prius V is gone and the Corolla Cross hybrid has a multiple year wait on it. (Niro is not a turbo engine)
Toyota has it down a pat. Very reliable, very efficient, easy maintenance, batteries are relatively cheap to replace and service, very well thought out :)
If you can handle the CVT drone, imo, besides Honda, they are the ones to go for.
KIA: Warranty is worthless if it is ... worthless, thank you for mentioning longevity, and it's more than just the engine turning off and on.
New, the difference in price used to be $2.000 Camry gas/hybrid. Now the difference is huge. Which (Honda/Toyota) new or used has the better hp. I drive 90% city? Used, I am a senior and don't drive daily (5,500 km/y) in Toronto
If you only drive 5500 p/y get a Lexus ES used. Same as an overpriced Camry. V6 300+ hp quiet, smooth, comfy.
I don't understand why new.
Especially when you are a senior (just like me), drive little etc.
I am buying only with huge discounts, usually almost new second-hand reliability champions. The ES is an excellent suggestion and it's superior in many ways to its cousin (Camry), even though they share the #1 tech in hybrids: Toyota.
@@jimpitt7112 ES 300, 350 ? h hybrid? year?
@@codincoman9019 ES 300, 350 ? h hybrid? year?
@@paulrodger3115 , from my point of view any of them are fine (hybrid - that I prefer - or ICE) as long as they are made in Japan or in the USA. The year is up to your budget - just avoid the year described on forums as having issues. Do your research well and the car will outlast you (the same case for me) 😉
Of course toyota hybrid always the best i already owned a 2022 venza hybrid excellent on gas about cable corrosion people should take to rust protection at the krown rust proofing like i did for my venza it is solved the problem thanks for sharing your video take care bye from milton Ontario Canada 🇨🇦
Where in canada 🇨🇦 can I get the krown rust proofing done by the way am in toronto and is good?
I can't understand why people still choose Toyota, because Honda has a better hybrid, Toyota's battery is charged during braking during recuperation, its generator does not charge the battery, Honda has this option. , Honda is a priority!
They look awful and have a poor service network. They are also harder to sell.
Because in terms of "know-how" and track record on reliability, Toyota is ahead of Honda. Toyota uses the same hybrid technology in its Lexus models. You think Toyota would take chances with its upscale brand that has to compete with the Germans?
You mentioned the driveshaft as a con of the Honda, I think it might actually be a pro. The RAV4 system AWD is less capable than the CRV because of it. Most arent offroading but it can make a difference in areas with mountains and snow (like Denver). Also I dont think what you said about oil spray is correct at all, the problem with toyota cables is moister gets trapped in the cable. Sealing it would make the problem worse. This is why toyota put an opening in the cable to let water drain out after finding the problem, although there have been some reports of it corroding still (but I would bet this is rare).
The RAV4's AWD is certainly less capable, but it is also less complicated and maintenance free.
As for the oil spray rustproofing, it does not seal in moisture. It actually does the opposite by repelling water to prevent corrosion. It works very well. In any case, Toyota now covers this issue under extended warranty.
I have a sportage turbo hybrid and love it
Honda ❤..i love my honda jazz (fit) hybride 2024...more quite than the Toyota Yaris cross
On smalls models honda has 4 cylinders.. Toyota 3 cylinders..
Should have been about plug in hybrid's, PHEV's
How about Renault?
are 5k dealer markup common for hybrids here in bay area?
yes. 5k+for all toyota and honda. Hyundai is mostly MSRP in sedan hybrid
Find-a better deal. Fly out and drive back.
Can you video on Bmw ?
I'm finding it difficult to choose between CRV and RAV4 Hybrid.. RAV4 here in canada is vapour stock. Can't literally find one.But Honda got plenty in stock. Is it worth waiting for Toyota or should i go for a Honda?
Toyota man , honda is not like before their quality dropped
@@Kamikaze.7 what about Cable corrosion issue in toyota
I recommend the CRV Hybrid, it's more refined than Toyota. Trust me have both..
Wait for the awesome new RAV4 shipping in the summer. Far superior to the old CRV that’s in stock now. 👍
The current CRV is smaller and the interior is inferior.
Honda. It’s larger, rav4’s are tiny inside and downgrade interior.
Hyundai hybrid battery $15k & needs to be replaced at 170k. I would investigate the hybrid battery cost before purchasing a hybrid.
What about luxury brands? Volvo, BMW, Mercedes, etc.?
All those you named are out of Top 10 reliable brands (the only European producer is Porsche at #8, but its price positioning is too high).
The top 3 reliable brands is: Lexus, Toyota and Mazda. Out of that top are starting the reliability issues.
In the real world Japanese made hybird Toyota 24-7
Stuck between a Camry SE hybrid or Tesla model 3
Toyota seems like the move but 37$ a month in electricity sounds good to. Toyota seems like the best deal compared to the rest of the car brands even Honda
Even if you like that low amount to be paid on electricity (and maybe the amazing acceleration), the truth is that the BEV's suck.
They are quite expensive, the replacement battery is very costly (while a battery replacement for a hybrid is about 10 times cheaper), they burn (again expensive) tyres, the insurance is huge etc. They are highly unreliable, very dangerous if you keep them close to your house, very pollutant, not good on long trips or towing etc.
Toyota's hybrids are far better.
Probably go with Toyota Rav 4. I want to test drive a conventional and a hybrid. Did you know Honda CRV does not have a spare tire.