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What is this discussion about? Toyota Prius, Honda Fit Hybrid, Ford Escape Hybrid, Honda Hybrid, Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid, Toyota Highlander Hybrid, Hybrid Cars, Coupe, Hatchback, Truck

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#43 of 133 Re: 100,000 mile summary...2005 Prius [kdhspyder] by dtownfb Jan 09, 2009 (10:22 am)
Replying to: kdhspyder (Jan 08, 2009 11:05 am) That vehicle has served you very well.
#44 of 133 Re: This is squarely on the head of this topic [gagrice] by cdptrap Jan 15, 2009 (2:25 pm)
Replying to: gagrice (Jan 03, 2009 1:17 pm) Hmmm... why are "...all the large hybrids have been total FLOPS..."? Can you specify in what way are they flops?   Our '06 HH has been everywhere from Oregon to southern CA, from desert rocky roads near or below sea level to high mountain icy patches around 7000-ft. It tows our working trailer when working on our ranch and farm, it takes my children and their friends to activities when serving as a "van". It has 45,000 miles on it, with 92% of brake pads intact, has NOT ONE single problem that requires a shop-stay. On average, total lifetime mileage is 26+ MPG.   So, where is the flop?   May be we need to separate our individual concern from generalization? It makes sense to worry about the batteries. It makes sense to compare cost and decide if hybrid price is worth one's desire for Mercedes luxuries. What does any of that have to do with "flops"?   I eagerly await your facts and information! Replies to this message: gagrice (Jan 15, 2009 4:09 pm)
#45 of 133 Re: This is squarely on the head of this topic [cdptrap] by gagrice Jan 15, 2009 (4:09 pm)
Replying to: cdptrap (Jan 15, 2009 2:25 pm) Our '06 HH has been everywhere from Oregon to southern CA,   I guess we do not share the same perspective of large. I don't consider the HH or FEH large SUVs. The GM hybrids are the ones I was referring to. For me the 4 runner is bare minimum size. Though Toyota made huge claims of bringing hybrids in every size. I have not heard any complaints on the HH other than high priced. That and its sister RX400h is not recommended for off road at all.   If I go smaller than the Sequoia it will probably be the X5 diesel. It should have no problem getting 30 MPG on the highway.
#46 of 133 costco micheln x-radial new tires by xkmail1 Feb 06, 2009 (6:24 pm)
on my 07 hch, I got rid of my stocker sp3t something or others and got the michelins. Mileage dropped overnight from about 38 to 31. Raised pressure to 40psi, no change. I didn't see the value in hydroedge as I live in the desert it rains 4 days a year. ANy input on mpg and tires?
#47 of 133 Unhappy with mpg by 74apollo Feb 09, 2009 (1:24 pm)
I bought an '08 HCH last January and was impressed with the mpg from the get-go. By August, I was consistently getting an average of 43 mpg for combined highway and city miles. On an 800 mile trip, I got around 50 mpg. Then I was told the tire control arms needed to be replaced (as outlined in one of their bulletins) so I had that work done and negotiated 4 new tires because my others ones were all cupped. Since that time, mpg has sucked. I can't get over 41 mpg on the highway and 32 in town. Anyone else have this problem? I'm beginning to wonder if their mpg ratings were based on the wrong size arms and once the new ones were put on, it won't get anywhere near that. Replies to this message: gagrice (Feb 09, 2009 1:50 pm) 74apollo (Feb 09, 2009 1:56 pm)
#48 of 133 Re: Unhappy with mpg [74apollo] by gagrice Feb 09, 2009 (1:50 pm)
Replying to: 74apollo (Feb 09, 2009 1:24 pm) I would say the difference is the tires. Are they Low rolling resistance like the originals? Replies to this message: 74apollo (Feb 09, 2009 1:56 pm)
#49 of 133 Re: Unhappy with mpg [gagrice] by 74apollo Feb 09, 2009 (1:56 pm)
Replying to: gagrice (Feb 09, 2009 1:50 pm) Yes, they are the same tires as the originals.
#50 of 133 Honda hybrid expected maintenance and issues by mary jo Feb 09, 2009 (6:16 pm)
I'm considering buying a 2006 Civic Hybrid with 31,000 miles. I've never had a hybrid before. What repair issues should I expect? How long will the battery last? Are there items that might have problems that are NOT covered by the power train warranty? What else should I be thinking about? Replies to this message: 74apollo (Feb 10, 2009 2:05 pm)
#51 of 133 Re: Hybrid Vehicles Maintenance and Repair [Mr_Shiftright] by charlesp Feb 10, 2009 (11:25 am)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Oct 27, 2008 7:47 am) Any chance this same battery could work as the replacement in a Hylander Hybrid 2006? Toyota parts here quotes just a standard 51R battery at $99 as the replacement for HiHy should the installed battery fail.
#52 of 133 Re: Honda hybrid expected maintenance and issues [mary jo] by 74apollo Feb 10, 2009 (2:05 pm)
Replying to: mary jo (Feb 09, 2009 6:16 pm) You might want to call the previous owner and find out why he/she got rid of it. There are some serious issues with the tire control arms that are discussed under a different forum. You might want to read through that.

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