Watch This Before Buying a Hybrid Car

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Watch This Before Buying a Hybrid Car, DIY and car repair with Scotty Kilmer. Hybrid car review. Worst hybrid car to buy. Buying a new Hybrid car. Buying a used Hybrid car. Should I buy a Hybrid car. Why Hybrid cars are hard to work on. Why not to buy a Hybrid car. The truth about owning a Hybrid car. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 51 years.
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@scottykilmer 5 жыл бұрын

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@CatWithBagOnHead 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2013 Insight. It does not like the cold, losing ~20% efficiency when the temp drops under 45°.

@daviddavidsonn3578 5 жыл бұрын

but I'm already subscribed.

@xhouston8772 5 жыл бұрын

Scotty Kilmer how do you crank out so many videos every week?

@haroldhernandez8995 5 жыл бұрын

Scotty Kilmer hey scotty is it true you need to change your suspension every 50k miles?

@brujo1273 5 жыл бұрын

The KZfaq Channel I watch the most. Best regards from Costa Rica!

@dalegribble3684 5 жыл бұрын

Rev up...I mean charge up your batteries!!!

@mikeg412 5 жыл бұрын

Pocket sand!

@dalegribble3684 5 жыл бұрын

0 0 shi shi sha!

@ag135i 5 жыл бұрын

Charge and March.

@dalegribble3684 5 жыл бұрын

AG. Yup

@sobbingsop692 5 жыл бұрын

Or...Both 🙃

@lucabrazi36 5 жыл бұрын

I have an 07 Camry Hybrid with 250k miles. With factory battery. The only thing I've done is rear brakes and oil changes. Most reliable car I've owned!!!

@michaelc9128 5 жыл бұрын

Do you not use front brakes at all in your 250k miles

@ChillOutDood 5 жыл бұрын

Michael C 😆

@user-wc3tz3be1j 5 жыл бұрын

It should be burning a hell of a lot of oil by now. The model u have is known to have bad pistons rings which requires engine rebuilt to be fixed. That's reason I sold my 07 hybrid. Other than that, it was rock solid.

@madebydade305ify 5 жыл бұрын

Great yours beat the 94 celica. 👍🏾

@campkira 5 жыл бұрын

too soon to said that...

@JMiranda710 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad Scotty does Sign Language in his videos to expand his audience. 👏

@gabrielqueteimportante8499 3 жыл бұрын

😂💀

@ToldbyCourtney 3 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣

@XpertuZ29 3 жыл бұрын

😂🤣

@martysk8r 2 жыл бұрын

7:33 Even tongue language

@Caldwell1234 3 жыл бұрын

Love the way he conducts his orchestra

@scaldon2 5 жыл бұрын

Toyota makes the most reliable hybrid cars .

@campkira 5 жыл бұрын

I like lexus one more..

@MobfiaEnt 5 жыл бұрын

campkira Toyota owns Lexus so of course u like it lol 😂 same with me lol there reliable

@motleydude73 5 жыл бұрын

@@Anthony-ys4lp Not these days. So many recalls it's getting ridiculous.

@joelspivak6622 5 жыл бұрын

Gmail X Tied with Chrysler!

@jdmguy44 5 жыл бұрын

Honda hybrids are also super reliable.

@Theringfilm2 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2005 Prius with 162,000 miles almost all original. One set of breaks and rear shocks. Still on the 14 year old battery! Serves me very well and still getting 50 MPG.

@AE-ix2iz 5 жыл бұрын

Bad Drivers of NH damn I’m waiting for the 2020 Highlander hybrid. I hope it lasts as long as your Prius

@Herculy2007 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2005 Prius with more than 360,000 miles still on original battery. I get about 44 mpg on average. I bought it in 2016 when it had 286,000 miles for $3K. I have done water pump, inverter cooler pump, and brakes plus a new set of tires recently so far. It runs trouble free mechanically. So I disagree with Scotty that you should not buy a high mileage used hybrid. You can buy a good one if you know what you are buying.

@wheresaldocanoe 4 жыл бұрын

My 2004 Prius has 375,000 miles. We bought it used with 75,000 miles in 2008, averaging about 30,000 miles of driving a year. The battery is still original, and most of the other original parts made are either still there or made it well past 250,000 miles. Depending on the roads I drive and how I drive, I can still get an average fuel mileage figure in the high 30s to low 40s with a roof rack and a canoe on the rack.

@chrisj9700 4 жыл бұрын

Impressive you haven’t replaced the battery yet! That’s legendary Toyota reliability for you

@dexterm1285 4 жыл бұрын

Makes me feel much better if I bought a used 2013 ES 300 hybrid with 80-90k miles if you guys are getting such long distances.

@greatsuccess4734 5 жыл бұрын

You know your are procrastinating when you are watching this video about buying a hybrid car when you don't even have a bicycle. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@samuelosias7992 4 жыл бұрын

Touché

@thegreat9481 4 жыл бұрын

lmao dude. Well my bike was stolen XD

@lanalorenzen 4 жыл бұрын

I'm embarrassed. That's me.

@greatsuccess4734 3 жыл бұрын

It's been a year guys i worked hard and got 8 gen Civic, still not a hybrid car but 😅😅😅 but better than a bicycle. 😎

@stanleynzerue8705 3 жыл бұрын

Lolest Lol. So true. I swear!!

@rhot2012 5 жыл бұрын

I drive a Toyota Prius because it has the features that I want: 55 mpg, 600+ miles per tank, climate control, keyless entry, collision safety package, cvt transmission, roomy rear seating, hatchback and fold down rear seats for cargo carrying, exceptional reliability, and less than $30k.

@TheSuburban15 5 жыл бұрын

I still don't understand why 600 mile range is desireable. I don't think this human can drive 300 miles without stopping to do human things. During a normal week, stopping to refill is maybe a 6 minute job, which isn't exactly a hardship.

@keithbubb730 5 жыл бұрын

It's about only needing to fuel up 1 time a week

@cedricm5153 5 жыл бұрын

@@TheSuburban15 you save more money driving 600 miles in a Prius vs 600 in a fuel efficient I.C.E., because you get 600 miles from the smaller tank, in the Prius. So you pay less to refuel the Prius. That's the benefit.

@bahhaziz 5 жыл бұрын

@@TheSuburban15 lol! It isn't about 6 minute job at the pomp, it's about saving money

@arethouready 5 жыл бұрын

Cvt transmission is a feature you want? Lol

@coffeeandsugar20 5 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2007 Escape hybrid for $1500. Changed the power steering computer, and it runs like a dream. NYC Taxis that are retired Escape hybrids clock over 500,000 miles on them.

@ShohruhShamanov 3 жыл бұрын

I've been driving 2018 Accord Hybrid since it came out, 51K miles so far, not a single issue(yet). Love the car! Very smooth, fast and good handling

@DrumDTLTE2 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2003 Toyota sports car, no issues.

@thereseember2800 4 жыл бұрын

Dear Scotty, Because of your eminent stature and wisdom, your camera angle should be situated lower looking up at you, so that we can all appreciate looking up to you as our super hero!

@Wonkabar007 5 жыл бұрын

Scotty can you do a review of the DeLorean time machine with Mr Fusion generator 🤓

@inthewoods5640 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 12 Toyota Prius plugin with 251,000 miles and its been the best car I’ve ever owned .I’m still averaging over 60 miles a gallon

@MichaelP-ke1tm 5 жыл бұрын

What mechanic repairs it

@inthewoods5640 5 жыл бұрын

Pat L What repairs ? oil changes and tires and brake pads !

@campkira 5 жыл бұрын

i did like that one.. new one is like a toy.. it used less fuel but it don't feel like build as good as old one.

@inthewoods5640 5 жыл бұрын

campkira Yeah I’m rocking a GEN 3 never drove a 4 yet.

@DabblingIn 5 жыл бұрын

We got the new Corolla hybrid because we like the looks better. But internally it runs on a Prius drive train. We average 60-65 mpg. Enjoy it a lot!

@isaac198428 5 жыл бұрын

Scotty this makes so much sense. I have a friend who used to own a Hybrid 2014 vehicle. Yesterday I saw him in a regular Camry and asked why. He said the AC went out on his hybrid and he was told it would cost $1,200 to repair it so he just traded it in. Yes he researched online and at around at many different dealerships/shops/online and it was ALL the same story because they told him what you’ve just said, that the hybrid Air Conditioning is much more complex than a regular car so it’s more expensive to repair. You’re 100% right sir and I’ve got a witness who agrees with this video from personal experience.

@nikonmark37814 4 жыл бұрын

Took your advice when I was looking for a hybrid and stayed away from used hybrids based on your advice and purchased a 2019 Honda Inspire EX and getting 50+ mpg in the city and on the highway is simply amazing. I also looked at the Toyota Prius but it was $2300.00 more than the Honda. I'm now looking for a used car for my son and I watch all your videos so I know what to look for.

@chroylikesfish 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2014 prius at 89,000 miles. Now its at 206,000 and still running great with very little maitnance. Battery still runs great too. No replacement. 3rd Gen Prius's are great cars. Maybe if Scotty actually OWNED a hybrid he would agree. Just keep up with the basic routine maintenance

@17forever64 5 жыл бұрын

We have two Toyota hybrids now, 2018 Camry, bought new, and I just bought a 2015 Lexus 200t CPO, three year bumper to bumper warranty. You cannot beat these cars.

@kc8hyg 5 жыл бұрын

I have owned 2prius and a Camry hybrid.flawless.the gas savings makes up on a big part of the payment.I average 60 mpg with cruise set on 70.

@12voltvids 5 жыл бұрын

Scotty I have 2 Hybrids. A 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid, now with 180,000 miles on it, pretty much trouble free. The brakes lasted 95,000 miles, and the half shafts needed replacing at 130,000. The only part that has failed on the electronic side is the power steering module. My other car is even more complex, probably the most complex car ever built, a 2012 Chevy Volt. As it sits now, it has 145,000 miles on it, and has not had a single mechanical or electrical fault. I recently had new tiers put on, and at the 120,000 mile point there was still over 90% of the front and rear brake pads remaining. My volt also, after 8 years still gets exactly the same range on the battery before the engine starts. Yesterday I managed to get 38 miles freeway speed driving before the engine fired up. Yes, they will require a specialist to service the electrical parts, no question there, but the reliability has been so good that they have not required a trip to the dealer. The local mechanic was able to do the brakes and half shafts on the Escape Hybrid. They are not as scary as you make them sound, and my volt has PAID FOR ITSELF in the 8 years I have been driving it. That's right, at the 7 year mark, I calculated that the full cost of the car has been recovered on fuel and maintenance savings that I was doing on my old gas guzzler. Just my 2 cents, but from my own personal experience I will never own a gas or diesel powered car again. I am fully on board with the plug in hybrid design. It is the best of both worlds. Electric car when you want it, and gas car when you need it.

@jakybakey8473 5 жыл бұрын

I like that he's helped out with the understanding of these vehicles; makes sense when Houston's half underwater. Two thumbs ups!!

@TheSeanUhTron 5 жыл бұрын

Hybrids are generally more reliable due to the fact that electric motors are incredibly simple, and that the gas engine doesn't have to directly drive the wheels. Also, there are companies that are entirely dedicated to replacing hybrid batteries, and will do it for significantly cheaper than dealers. A dealer mechanic may quote $4,000 for a Gen 2 Prius battery, but the dedicated companies will quote $800 installed. It's not even that difficult to replace,

@TomTucker726 Жыл бұрын

what are the names of some of those companies?

@bobkoshy7869 Жыл бұрын

This is why we must maintain right to repair. Without right to repair, those companies couldn’t exist.

@ORION2180 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2015 Honda Accord Hybrid, zero problems, saving at the pump big time.

@blinkshadown 5 жыл бұрын

Still getting them 45 mpg? Or has it gone down?

@Hairybarryy 5 жыл бұрын

My boss had one from 2013 that hit 320,000 miles until he got rid of it. The engine had to replaced twice and it had random electrical problems. Also it doesn't get good gas mileage compared to other hybrids of its class. i bought a 2000 Manual Beetle TDI used for $1500. i average 48 mpg and it has 435,000 miles on the engine. only thing that needed to be replace was the clutch because it began to slip. $235 part and one weekend is all i scarified for this car and it just keeps going. Very simple cheap car that runs off diesel. on top of that my insurance is like $22 a month.

@crxracer805 5 жыл бұрын

2015? Still not that old

@Hairybarryy 5 жыл бұрын

Yes to maintain a good mpg with that type of car you need to clean the injectors every once and a while. specially with one that old

@josegomez6549 5 жыл бұрын

@@Hairybarryy why only 22/month insurance? Why is it so low

@nikonmark37814 4 жыл бұрын

Lots of good advice. I recently purchased a hybrid and had the opportunity to compare a 2019 Toyota Prius against the Honda Insight, both were midrange models. I purchased the Honda after weeks of reading and watching reviews and talking to hybrid owners and both offer a lot of bang for the buck. I chose the Insight because I live in the mountains of east Tennessee and regularly drive long distances and the Prius was under powered for my driving needs and it was also $1000.00 less expensive and everyone loves the look and often mistake it for the higher priced Accord. Either way you can't go wrong with a quality well built car designed to give the driver the benefit of saving money, going farther and going green to some degree. In a few years I'm hoping EV's come down in price and goes 400 or miles per charge. Until that happens I'll never own another vehicle that isn't a hybrid, plug in hybrid or EV.

@Na7ure 4 жыл бұрын

One of my employees has a Prius and that thing has been great! We’ve fit all kinds of tools, ladders, conduit etc. and it was tight but we made it work. They’re great vehicles and roomier than they look!

@bahhaziz 5 жыл бұрын

Prius is a good hybrid car, even after the hybrid battery dies you still can drive it as a petrol car with good mpg

@GentlemanAmerican 5 жыл бұрын

I know someone who bought a ten year old Prius. He said the same thing. The bad thing is a dead battery would defeat the purpose of getting a hybrid car.

@carportchronicles1943 5 жыл бұрын

The nice thing is that a Prius with a dead batter is dirt cheap, and although Scotty said not to buy one, you can buy a rebuilt replacement battery for around $1,500. Most places selling replacement batteries offer warranties for different amounts of time for additional cost. So you can get into an older Prius for $3,000-$4,000 and expect it to last several years, or just flip the thing.

@758candy Ай бұрын

It's just the way they recondition the batteries really hybrids are the best

@758candy Ай бұрын

And they don't have that great mileage after battery fails

@8corymix8 5 жыл бұрын

My 2013 Avalon Hybrid & 2010 Prius have been absolutely trouble free. Avalon has 45k & Prius has 165k. Miles. Great cars

@Bobbybeb 5 жыл бұрын

I've seen these hybrid Camry's at auction as retired taxis with 400k+ miles.

@Bobbybeb 5 жыл бұрын

@Go MGTOW I wouldn't buy one but my point is they do last a long time. A taxi business with thin margins wouldn't keep one if it cost more to maintain than buying a new car.

@terrywho22 4 жыл бұрын

Well, I just picked up a '12 TCH with under 100k mi and I'm really hoping mine last as long as some of the ones you've seen.

@itzjagger6972 3 жыл бұрын

@@terrywho22 Any problems with your car so far?

@terrywho22 3 жыл бұрын

@@itzjagger6972 Knock on wood, no. It's been perfect "mechanically." Excellent gas mileage and once I changed the transmission fluid and oil, its been running smooth as silk. If I were to nitpick, I would say the air conditioner take forever to get going and the in-dash head-unit/digital receiver is flaky when it comes to communicating (TMPS system, my phone, etc.), but so far I'm very happy. Thanks for asking!

@drdr76 4 жыл бұрын

Just bought my first hybrid in March, a Lexus CT200h--love it! My mpg is between 38 and 46! I have found that I get higher on the freeway. The 46mpg was all highway. I did blow a fuse by plugging in a car vac so I got rid of the car vac. I bought my 2017 Lexus for 23k. It had 16k on the odometer. The engine is a Prius engine and according to the internet, almost bulletproof.

@garthlocklin6355 5 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2013 Prius last year with 68K miles and no accidents from the dealer and I use it for camping. The climate control can't be beat, what other vehicle can be slept in, freezing or hot but maintain a perfect interior temps? I'm glad to know I can stick my tongue on the battery if the car has a major malfunction before I pay it off.

@giovannip.1433 5 жыл бұрын

In New Zealand, many taxi drivers use Hybrid Camry s. Some have clocked up over 300000 km without any battery issues. With those sorts of distances the value is definitely there. Towing with a hybrid sucks though- as does towing with an electric or CVT vehicle.

@lesbattersby91 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2012 Prius C. Flawless performance and amazing fuel efficiency. I would buy another one without hesitation.

@aliendroneservices6621 5 жыл бұрын

The overall thing I like about my Prius c is everything works exactly the way it was designed to. Can't say that about many other cars these days. For example, I hear complaints from owners of other models that their cruise control dips 5 mph on every steep uphill. Not so in my Prius c. Cruise control is always rock steady.

@Progmium 4 жыл бұрын

Love your channel and style! I always come back to watch your videos.

@alf6633 4 жыл бұрын

Got my first new car ever. Decided on a hybrid, a 2020 Insight EX. I think its an awesome alternative to a Prius, for those who just don't like the Prius. I plan to put a lot of commuter miles on this. In traffic I easily can get over 65mpg.

@webchez69 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid I got new. It has an atkinson engine, and about 120K miles in 13 years. No Problem so far... NYC Taxi Cabs use them and get 300K miles on them. The only problem I have is that it burns oil, and You have to take apart the engine to change the PCV valve...

@kidlatazul 5 жыл бұрын

"You have to take apart the engine to change the PCV valve..." In the '90's I owned an '87 Nissan Maxima. I started smelling gasoline in the summer with the windows down. So I took it to my mechanic. He said a fuel hose in the engine compartment was leaking. The hose itself cost 50 cents--but to get to it meant removing the intake manifold, which was a $600 job. That's how they make them these days. They could give the cars away and still make money from the service department.

@jimroberts2051 4 жыл бұрын

I drive a 2012 Camry Hybrid. 114k miles, zero problems. Zero. Peppy, 42-43 mpg. Hard to beat perfect.

@cgasucks 4 жыл бұрын

I'm from Vancouver, Canada and we were the first ones to use hybrids as Taxis (namely Prius) almost 20 years ago. Many of them still have their original batteries till this day.

@clear_gray_sky539 5 жыл бұрын

One of the auction sights in Orlando Florida has 3 camry hybrids for sale that were taxis the highest one has half a million miles still running strong .the lowest one is around 300k

@rodcros 4 жыл бұрын

A local school bus dealership uses Prius cars as their parts delivery vehicles. They keep them ten years and 1 million km, and then sell them locally. The most common repair? Wheel bearings.

@pudgespracticalposts342 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2013 Ford Fusion Energi and 2013 Toyota Prius, which has over 120,000 trouble free miles! I wouldn’t buy one with high mileage either, but I wouldn’t buy one with low mileage as that would indicate a battery that didn’t get used much and these batteries like to be used. I have a friend with a 2008 Prius with over 160,000 miles and no issues. Granted, we both drive lots of heavy traffic areas, but I am really happy with my two. I will say the Fusion seems to be able to run electric much longer at highway speeds, but that could be battery size. One more tidbit, they don’t like cold weather. Mileage can fall off by 10% or more in winter. I would imagine in really cold climates it’s worse. Thank you Scotty for a great video.

@osamahabeeb7132 5 жыл бұрын

How many miles does the Fusion has?

@corvette06z 5 жыл бұрын

Yes how many in the fusion?

@pudgespracticalposts342 5 жыл бұрын

Osama Habeeb 95k Miles

@pudgespracticalposts342 5 жыл бұрын

corvette06z 95k miles

@brucemeyers4826 5 жыл бұрын

I bought a NEW 2013 Prius C. Drove 6yrs, 90,000 miles,ZERO problems. Average 50/55MPG. Average 65MPH, loved it.. traded up to.. 2019 Prius Prime Advanced.. Now averaging.. 110 MPG.. daily.. 65/68 Mph avg. Rides and drives WAY better compared to my Prius C and even the regular Prius models.. Love it.. from a non tree hugger.. lol.

@itsmeforsure5475 4 жыл бұрын

110 mpg is a game changer. Do you find yourself forgetting to get gas? I've never bought a new car, but when a car gets 110 mpg, you have to consider it.

@rusack7174 5 жыл бұрын

I own a '14 Accord Hybrid since new. Zero problems. I live at ~500' and daily drive down to sea level, up to ~400' and repeat on the way home. Average mpg, without heating the cabin is right on 44mpg. But if I stay on the flats and drive moderately I can easily get >50mpg. Aside from its mileage capabilities I like the smoothness of its power delivery. Honda's system, unlike most others, does not have a transmission in the typical sense. It does have a gear set that gets power to the drive wheels , but running in mostly serial hybrid mode, drive is 100% from the electric traction motor up to ~45mph. Beyond that speed power comes both from the engine and the motor depending on demand and speed, etc. Around town the gas engine works to supply extra juice to the motor as needed and/or provide extra charge to the battery pack. Dipping into that lovely electric motor torque right off the bottom is quite addictive. Love it!

@jblank74 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2015 Prius C and I've never gotten less than 50 MPG on ANY tank of gas and I have a 25 mile commute. It's got 55,000 miles on it and she's been 100% trouble free, knock on wood.

@Dracsh 5 жыл бұрын

In Singapore, hybrid versions are cheaper than petrol versions due to the generous rebates handed out to green vehicles

@grahf9436 5 жыл бұрын

Just picked up a RAV4 2019 hybrid. The hybrid system actually only cost 800 bucks more. Toyota give a 8 year/100k mile warranty with the hybrid system. They’re confident in them.

@marianluc6235 5 жыл бұрын

Exhorder 777 true don't listen to Scotty sometimes he is off I understand there are a limited number of topics and he just cranks videos because he is making money so always do your homework and listen to other people too.

@MichaelP-ke1tm 5 жыл бұрын

A 100k warranty on the battery is nothing. Those batteries will last 100k 99.99% of the time. You're paying for the warranty when you buy it. It's included in the price.

@grahf9436 5 жыл бұрын

Pat L $800 dollar increase from non hybrid and you think that price is hybrid system and the warranty? 😂 okay

@grahf9436 5 жыл бұрын

Pat L the warranty includes the electric motors too

@onenikkione 5 жыл бұрын

only charging $800 because you are testing the hybrid system in the RAV for them (not a bad thing). You also broke Scotty's rule to never buy a new-designed car until it's been tested for 4 - 5 years. I own a RAV4 also, did you know the Gen 3 RAV's have an oil consumption problem with an engine?

@hz4168 5 жыл бұрын

We have a 2018 Camry hybrid and it kicks more than 50 mpg in the winter and 60 mpg in the summer. And we don't drive like a snail. You pay slightly higher cost once and enjoy the savings every time at the pump! The tank that holds only 11 gallons can go for 600-700 miles. So less time wasted to fill up as well! Last but not the least, it’s so quiet.

@mrgold3591 2 жыл бұрын

I purchased a new 19 MDX hybrid and used 18 RLX hybrid back in 2019 and I'm so glad I have them with today's gas prices. More power, better acceleration and performance, improved handling, awd, and the same mpgs in city or hwy driving. Schedule maintenance has been the same as any awd vehicle I've had previously. The hybrid powertrain works better for me compared to plug-in hybrid or BEV because lack of EV infrastructure and 4-12 hour one way travel times in the southwest.

@jzamudiorn 5 жыл бұрын

Buying a refurbished battery only costs $1000, good as new if bought from reputable place. Most priuses get easy to the 300k mile range (ask taxi/uber drivers). They give you 45-55 mpg. Last time I filled up the tank with $18 drove 368 miles before the last square of gas in the dash started blinking (could've prob drive another 20 miles safely). The prius is the most hated car in america but once you see the $$ you save at the pump... It changes your mind

@raymondkisner9240 5 жыл бұрын

YOU GOT THAT RIGHT!

@anthonymolina7416 5 жыл бұрын

You can buy colis online to

@MaxPayne909 5 жыл бұрын

2009 Prius. Zero problems. Win.

@THEFIFTHDIMENTION 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for warning us and keeping us safe Skottie.

@erichannes8263 5 жыл бұрын

I own the first generation Honda Insight. Amazing car! 67 mpg on the highway. All aluminum car. Had for many years, no problems.

@troy3456789 4 жыл бұрын

That's 9 more miles per gallon than the manufacturer boasts.

@spakentruth 5 жыл бұрын

Lol you know Scotty is spitting 100 facts when my automotive fundamentals class use Scotty's videos for reference

@Gus11445 5 жыл бұрын

Driving Prius' on highway isn't too bad on power mode, still gets over 50 easy. I find it very hard to get under 45mpg with the Prius, even flooring it on all acceleration. Its about how you use the electric motor.

@aliendroneservices6621 5 жыл бұрын

I floor my Prius c at every safe opportunity. Get about 46 mpg (which agrees with EPA combined estimate).

@aliendroneservices6621 5 жыл бұрын

@Eugene Cam So it's just my imagination that drivers in front of me accelerate more gently than I am able to?

@Stevesmith-yw7cr 5 жыл бұрын

The key is TOYOTA. I'm on my second Prius....a 2018 Prius 4. Rides great and I get 59.8 MPG average in the Spring, Summer and Fall....winter I get 52MPG...stupid gas. I had a 2006 Prius that had over 579,000 miles on it when it was stolen. I replaced the battery pack at 327,000 miles....I did it myself using a brand new battery pack made by an aftermarket company..the cost was $1100.....not a bad deal at all. The batteries are just a bunch of little batteries that are put together in cells that are easy to replace. The cost of new batteries are so much lower, even in 2012 when I redid mine. Never had one problem with the older Prius other than the battery going weak. Used Prius cars are a good bet as they are not beat to death with lead footed driving. Most people want their Prius to get better mileage so they pay attention to their MPG numbers and baby their cars. And seeing how they've been on the market for so many years, a Prius has a whole bunch of parts available rather cheaply from wrecking yards and auto parts stores. I think the secret to having a great car is to have leafs under the hood as most of the cars on Scotty's videos have them. Is that a factory option? 3:30

@erikamoore6164 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 14 year old Prius with 300,000 miles on it. Original battery, still gets 50 mi per gallon. Other than regular oil and filter changes, the only repair was to replace spark plugs a few years ago. I LOVE this car, and when it finally gives out I will get another Prius!

@lizmasi9918 5 жыл бұрын

We have a pruis and 2 Ford escape hybrid. Love them!

@johnmiranda2307 5 жыл бұрын

My 2013 Volt cost $14,000 in 2016. It had 28K miles on the car and 5K miles on the ICE. 35mpg avg. Now it has 55K miles, wirh 21K on the ICE. One wheel bearing at $260. Only repair so far. So far, so good. With all that low weight, the ride is excellent including high speeds (75/80), EXCEPT trying to turn in the snow, even with snow tires. Nothing like a very expensive golf cart for driving serenity.

@googleplusisdead 5 жыл бұрын

What is ICE mileage?

@turboclaybird 5 жыл бұрын

John Miranda I have heard good things about the Volt. Too bad GM stopped making them. I think lack of a good marketing strategy had a lot to do with it.

@aadams4829 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this thorough review. I had needed this understanding

@MotoGQ 4 жыл бұрын

I picked up a Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid SEL a couple of weeks ago. I'm currently get 75+ US mpg's. It's crazy! I do drive conservatively. Lifetime hybrid battery and lifetime drivetrain warranty, 5 years/100k miles bumper to bumper. Can't beat it.

@warveteran1-105 5 жыл бұрын

As per Scotty... Buy nothing other then a base model late 90’s Toyota 😂👍🏼

@56585656587 3 жыл бұрын

Well he's in Texas. So he wouldn't mind an F150.

@isaiahtellez9640 3 жыл бұрын

I just made a purchase on a 69k mi. 2012 Camry hybrid. I feel confident in my purchase.

@maximuscomfort 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, for the hybrid information. Own a UK Honda jazz hybrid for the last seven years and will scrap the car when the battery replacement i code pops up.

@mengels8686 3 жыл бұрын

I live in Vegas and my 2015 Camry Hybrid has 222,000 miles. Still on my original set of brake pads because it uses the generator to slow down verses the brake pads. In late July my hybrid battery needed replacement. Hybrid batteries should last 300,000 miles but use my car engine all night long about 120 days per year. Had a hybrid technician replace the battery pack with those from a low mileage used Camry from a wrecking yard for $1400 and works great!! Car still looks and runs like new.

@stephenpowstinger733 5 жыл бұрын

As a potential hybrid buyer, thanks to Scotty for the warnings. I can see they are so different from ordinary cars that only a specialist should work on them. I wonder if he also reviews a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), which are more battery powered. I bet a few novices or backyard mechanics have been severely shocked by one.

@waliagovind 2 жыл бұрын

Hybrid tech is 20+ year old and Prius is more reliable than a Corolla. I had a Prius in college and at 150k it still had original brake pads. Just change oil, filter and tires. Do not shy away from a Toyota Hybrid if you want one. You are covered for 10 years or 150k miles.

@mitomr.twiceasnice4358 5 жыл бұрын

Saving on fuel costs is always tempting though. I will stick to a small 4 cylinder for my daily driving.

@OnTheAir 5 жыл бұрын

When we bought our first Prius we were surprised how big it was compared to a small car like a Corolla. We now own 2 Prius cars, both are the even slightly larger Prius v wagon models. The Prius v is actually longer than our 2006 CRV it replaced, and only 1 cubic foot less storage area. Our 2012 Prius v now has 156,000K trouble free miles.

@jcdriver8500 3 жыл бұрын

I’m finally driving my first hybrid, I bought the 2021 Sienna AWD So far I’m loving it

@marybender5653 8 ай бұрын

I have learned a lot aboutI car facts. Keep up the good work! Franz Bender

@johnmohanmusic 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Scotty, Once in a while I consider a hybrid. You've now brought me back to my senses. By the way, I lived in Germany at the time the hybrids came out. I was amused at how the press was bragging how they got up to 50 mpg because at the time I owned a VW Lupo 3L that used just 3 Liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (3L/100km) which works out to 78.9 mpg at a steady 100 km/h (62.5 mph), and was capable of traveling at well over 100 mph on the Autobahn. No ridiculous electronics and huge, heavy battery. Just great technology.

@AC-db4ek Жыл бұрын

at a steady 100 km/h you don't need hybrid. You need it in city driving with a lot of stopping. The Lupo in city drive will make 8liters per 100 km

@zlonewolf 11 ай бұрын

@@AC-db4ek The lupo uses 3.6 L per 100 km. Compare that to freeway use of 3 L per 100 km. City driving is worse than freeway. Don't know where you get the 8 L per 100 km from but you can keep dreaming.

@shafishafique6412 5 жыл бұрын

I saw loads of toyota prius goes more than 300K miles and Honda ima 250K miles here in the UK. Don't know others hybrid... Combined Milage 50+ mpg tested myself... Anyway Good advice from Scotty K.

@dblissmn 4 жыл бұрын

In the UK the current Prius is a pretty fast car at about 9.6 seconds for 0-60....for example Honda has been optioning most Civics there with a three-cylinder 1 liter turbo that does 0-60 in about 11.5 or 12 seconds. Only in North America where eight seconds for 0-60 is not the "sport model" but rather the "expectation" does the Prius seem slow.

@factchecker9358 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent info and thought provoking.

@mikealec5178 4 жыл бұрын

Scotty always has informative and honest videos! Love the bell!!

@mojojojo9634 5 жыл бұрын

my 09 camry hybrid with 190K miles still going on the original battery

@Axabraxa 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Scotty! I like your videos. Sick in bed at the moment so might end up watch all of them. Two questions: I check the toe settings on our cars regular with the guideline / tensioned cord method. That's something that can save car owners from premature tyre wear. I do it at least once every year, or if the steering wheel is suddenly not perfectly straight ( can happen when breaking or accelerating ) I tought it might be a good tip you could spread around. Also I've been wondering if you have concidered photocromic lenses in you glass? I've been using brown photocromic of the type that gets totally clear indoors. There's also a type that get darker outside and not totally clear indoors, and I think you now can get both types that works inside a car (activated by light instead of direct sunrays)

@ericr2zz 4 жыл бұрын

Got a 2014 Hybrid Toyota Camry. Get 40 mpg combined hwy & city driving. Great car! No issues at all. Enough pickup for me. Very comfortable. Radio controls had some issues, but the latest download from dealership fixed the problem. My friends have Prius and batteries last over 10-15+ yrs with no issues.

@haihengh 5 жыл бұрын

My 2010 Prius is 5k away from 200k mile, still running on original 12V battery and spark plug. in warm weather if you keep 60 MPH on cruise control it will give you 60 MPG, the highest MPG i got is close to 70 MPG from Seattle to Portland at 55mph. once you go above 70, it will dip below 50MPG, the lowest MPG i got is from a trip from Seattle to San Francisco, it got 35MPG at 85MPH. my next car will be either the 2020 corolla hybrid or 2019 RAV4 hybrid. can't get away from Hybrid car anymore.

@nickiemcnichols5397 4 жыл бұрын

Me too, Hai Huang. I will never go back to a full ICE car. Hybrids or EVs for me, from now on.

@Nabeel9999 5 жыл бұрын

I have 2011 Prius with 212k miles, and zero problems and 2018 camry SE hybrid, love them !!

@dan5979 5 жыл бұрын

really? because my 2010 is burning tons of oil and I have a major EGR valve issue. All I have is 180K HIGHWAY MILES on it.

@MichaelP-ke1tm 5 жыл бұрын

What mechanic repairs it

@Nabeel9999 5 жыл бұрын

Daniel N hmm not really sure what could be wrong with your vehicle, I drove on mine for almost 6k miles without oil, without knowing it, the guy who changes my oil on regular basis seemed to forget that last time to pour some oil in it, thank God the engine is still fine, these vehicles are solid built, try to find a good mechanic who might know what's wrong with it

@dan5979 5 жыл бұрын

@@Nabeel9999 it's a known fact that the 2010+ prius has a major issue with oil consumption and egr issues. I don't believe you drove 6K miles with no oil.

@dcolavecchio 5 жыл бұрын

@@dan5979 Sounds exactly like my 2010 Prius that uses oil, which is a know issue, and had the intake manifold replaced due to the EGR issue. You forgot about the voltage spike issue that has blown both my low beams out at the same time......twice (TSB for it), and the rough starting that at least was helped with a PCM update. And lastly don't forget the stalling engine recall. but for some reason i still like the car and it's my son's daily driver.

@DabblingIn 5 жыл бұрын

Just bought the 2020 Corolla LE Hybrid. I've been getting 60-65 mpg in my hour commute each direction. It replaced my old 1999 Corolla that still gets 32 mpg.

@cristianbentu6894 4 жыл бұрын

bought it also, amazing car

@cristianbentu6894 4 жыл бұрын

@may day it is not only that...it has a lot of technology inside and if you compare, it is not more expensive than other hybrids in the market

@jimwatchyyc 4 жыл бұрын

may day Better for the environment though!

@robertweller9533 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid. Had 130,000 when I bought it. I do Uber and Lyft with it as well. So far so good. It loves city driving. I get an average of 640 miles out of my 15 gal tank with mixed driving. And yes. You do need to find a good mechanic that knows Hybrids. I got lucky and found a good one. That’s the key to getting good and fair repairs. Love the Channel Scotty!

@panda51829able 5 жыл бұрын

Robert Weller 640 miles ? That’s about 49.2 times more mpg’s than what I get. Enjoy the ride sir !

@aefernando4njchords 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the wonderful insights about the insight! Saved me a lot of trouble! God bless you abundantly!

@dusseau13 5 жыл бұрын

I used my Prius today for garage sales and if they are close enough together I can move the car down on just electric. This is also stop and go, like you said. My family passes the Prius cars down the chain and I don't think any of them have needed a major repair. I have the car dealer maintained and planned to pass it along after 10 years but with 83,000 on it, and being retired, I might keep it a while longer than that.

@ShafinMH 5 жыл бұрын

@scotty I had a 2nd gen Prius and sold it when it had 287k miles and my current 3rd gen had 180k miles with no repairs other then breaks and tires! I don't agree with many of the statements you made special about the battery. Toyota is gave me 10 years warrant. Btw no soldering is needed to change battery cells. Cost of each calls are 20 each instead of changing the whole battery!

@tolrem 5 жыл бұрын

Really informative.Thanks Scotty.

@christopherhereford1803 5 жыл бұрын

Wow Scotty, that was a lot of really valuable information! Thank you!

@rays7437 5 жыл бұрын

I've never ever seen a Ford hybrid battery pack fail. I have Hybrid Escape customers with more than 200,000 miles on models that are more than 10 years old. One guy has been using his as a cab for 400,000 miles. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a modern hybrid. Scotty is having a hard time keeping up with the rapidly changing technology. He is a private mechanic and not a dealer technician who gets constant training

@oii3211 5 жыл бұрын

Same with new Nissan’s and Volkswagens

@nosoupforyou425 5 жыл бұрын

Oh no you didn't....... 😯

@rays7437 5 жыл бұрын

@@dominicfong6341 Haha. It wasn't my intention to belittle him. He just doesn't get constant training. He doesn't specialize in new cars, or just one brand. Since the cars go to the dealer for warranty work, he will always be a few years behind. I can picture the rotary phone though haha.

@rays7437 5 жыл бұрын

@@oii3211 True. Then most common hybrid battery failures that I have seen are Honda and Toyota. But that was several years ago. Maybe they're better now

@rays7437 5 жыл бұрын

@@nosoupforyou425 What I said was not meant as an insult. Scotty has s wealth of valuable knowledge which would be an asset to any shop

@nodnarb3540 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t know how I got here but my god this man is adorable.

@ksanasinh 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scotty was waiting for this. I have a 2018 Camry hybrid; because I live in California. Traffic everywhere, everyday, high gas prices.

@javiercc5987 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your advise!

@anthonioblack 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for information Scotty. My '07 Camry Hybrid was great until my battery went crazy. 2yrs and 4 batteries later I'm paying for it.

@mustafaabi2471 5 жыл бұрын

07 Camry is worse Camry ever made hybrid or not 07 Camry is lemon.

@joedao2993 4 жыл бұрын

HUMAN ERROR AND NOT PROPER USE NOT CAR FAULT ITSELF. ACTUALLY, 2007 CAMRY IS NOT A GOOD MODEL YEAR BUT I THINK HYBRID CAMRY IS BETTER.

@joleneshipp3946 4 жыл бұрын

I’m dealing with a 2007 Toyota Camry and I’m unsure what to do. The lights on dash lit up like a Christmas tree and all mechanics tell me the battery needs replaced. I replaced the starter 12 volt battery for $379.00 and it runs, but not enough to drive on the highway. Any suggestions?

@joleneshipp3946 4 жыл бұрын

@Anthonioblack Please read my comment below and reply if you can. Thanks

@ivarivar1875 4 жыл бұрын

What is the kms on your car my o7 camry is good

@joe1940 5 жыл бұрын

If you want a hybrid, buy a Toyota.

@9Achaemenid 5 жыл бұрын

How about Lexus hybrid?

@joe1940 5 жыл бұрын

@@9Achaemenid Lexus is owned by Toyota.

@Hasbola1709 5 жыл бұрын

What about a mercedez e class in hybrid, smart or a bad decision?

@Paul-ts2px 4 жыл бұрын

HasnainRonaldinio Bazel smart, choose german car, there are the best lol

@YamadaDesigns 4 жыл бұрын

How do the Camry/Corolla hybrids compare to Prius?

@karelcarbonneaumontpellier6766 5 жыл бұрын

I like the videos of Scotty talking outside more than the ones where he's on his computer.

@robertjosephgreen 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the car help/advice. You are the man, Scotty!!!!! 👍

@sweetieg92 5 жыл бұрын

I have a Lexus CT200h for my daily driver, bought it gently used (37k miles). It’s been a very reliable car so far. I hope it stays that way 🤞🙏

@Denniss7420 5 жыл бұрын

Get an oil catch can.

@professorhineschoice 5 жыл бұрын

My aunt has the exact model Camry and year in this video, with almost 22,000 miles on it (bought brand new - we don't go many places obviously lol). I love that car. I've driven it and as you mentioned Scotty many with them drive very conservatively and we're exactly that. In town I've gotten 67MPG before in this car, which is amazing! Of course that's typically during the moderate weather times when the air doesn't have to run and the electric motor can stay on much longer before it ever kicks the gas engine on. They're certainly fine cars, especially when people know how to drive them. I've seen many that drive them so hard and wonder why their gas mileage is terrible and wonder how I'm able to get over 50 MPG on a regular.

@judyheller8814 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks this information was helpful.

@jarhead9690 5 жыл бұрын

If a battery pack cost me $5000 after 10 yrs, it’s worth it. I’ve had my 2013 PriusC since new & only problem I’ve had is a door lock actuator. Part cost me $50 & it took me 15 minutes to replace.

@itsmeforsure5475 4 жыл бұрын

You should be able to get a brand new battery pack for less than $1500 and they are not hard to install.

@mozaaytr6652 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a Lexus 300H (Hybrid), the best car ever, smooth drive, super luxury, pretty good in gas...Toyota engine 😉 I’m a Mercedes fan, bought it based on Scotty’s recommendations to avoid Mercedes, really happy with it!

@nicholasmontoya5369 4 жыл бұрын

Mohamad Zaaytr How reliable has it been so far?

@mozaaytr6652 4 жыл бұрын

Nicholas Montoya it’s really good, the sense of luxury plus significant saving on gas. Visited the mechanic just for oil change 🤘

@kacey_donner 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the info. Very helpful.

@ivanpavlov2458 4 жыл бұрын

Scotty, your general advise is clear - do not buy an old car, that's it! But I have 2013 Toyota Corolla Fielder Hybrid second hand from Japan. And I am pretty happy with it.

@Nahhmah 5 жыл бұрын

I have an 07 Prius with 135k. Original battery, only oil and filter changes, new brakes and rotors up front, new timing belt, getting 46mph and do 75mph.

@sydneyepps5513 5 жыл бұрын

Used buy?

@MrOTSLYPI 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2015 Prius, bought it brand new, I now have 188k miles on it and I've only done oil changes every 10k miles. Haven't had an issue with it so far 👍👍👍 knock on wood!!!

@pashko90 5 жыл бұрын

Of you still gonna change your oil every 10k they gonna be soon. 3-5K i change mine. Engine is nice and clean inside. 260k miles, uses no oil at all.

@OnTheAir 5 жыл бұрын

I think 10K oil change is stretching it too much IMO. I change every 6- 7K or so, even though some Toyota dealers think 10K is enough. Also keep an eye on the inverter coolant.

@pashko90 5 жыл бұрын

@Freako VEVO uber\lift driver.

@setdecinmotion6719 5 жыл бұрын

190k miles in four years!! I thought I had a bad commute!!

@anthonyx6618 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2010 prius 220,000 miles still rolling 😎