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201 messages, Last post on Jun 24, 2009 at 11:16 AM
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Replying to: mecheng1 (Nov 13, 2007 7:42 am) I think the jury is still out on that one. There have been reports of high repair costs on some of the Gen 1 hybrids. The Gen 2s have only been out since 2004.
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Replying to: stevedebi (Nov 28, 2007 1:23 pm) ......the point is, what has been the failure rate?, how many batteries have failed and why? did the design really change substantially between Gen1(2) and Gen2(3)? If the basic NiMH concept was flawed.....we would have seen a much higher rate of failure as the Prius design reaches 8, 9, 10 years old. I think a jury verdict doesn't need to wait until the design is 15 years old to decide if the NiMH HV Traction battery has a useful life that is comparable to other automobile components. 
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Replying to: mecheng1 (Nov 29, 2007 10:57 am) ......the point is, what has been the failure rate?, how many batteries have failed and why? did the design really change substantially between Gen1(2) and Gen2(3)? " I wasn't speaking of just the batteries, but rather of all repairs associated with the hybrid propulsion system. In particular, the multifunction displays have had some issues. The hybrids are very complex vehicles, even compared with today's more complicated ICE only vehicles. |
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Replying to: stevedebi (Nov 28, 2007 1:23 pm) |
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Its now December here in Michigan and my mileage has droped from around 35-36 to 30-31 city and on the highway from 31 down to 28, what effects has the cold weather had on your FEH!
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Replying to: mperski (Dec 13, 2007 6:40 am)
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Replying to: mecheng1 (Dec 13, 2007 7:35 am)
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I recently purchased a new 2008 Escape Hybrid. After 2 month of driving, I am greatly disappointed with the gas mileage. I have tracked my gas purchases, noted the mileage, and the average mpg is only 23.6 mpg. This average is for essentially in town driving. I live in Illinois and it currently is winter. But to lose over 30% of the stated "in-town" mileage estimate is unacceptable. Furthermore, I drive the car like an 'old lady', ie: slow acceleration, coasting to stop signs, etc... I am planning on having the vehicle checked out by the dealer. My next step will be sending a formal complaint to the Regional Manager for Ford. Anyone else having a similar experience? Be careful if you are considering buying this vehicle. |
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Replying to: jstelter (Jan 12, 2008 6:30 pm) Have also reduced fuel inefficient items such as the roof rack cross bars, interior cargo cover (quite heavy) and other unnecessary items. Stephen
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Replying to: sksuh (Jan 12, 2008 7:18 pm) How about a 'plug-in' assist in future models? So Cal, USA, where the sun shines warm even in winter. 
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