goldnrod24
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My wife picked out a 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid this week. We've been married nearly 35 years and this is the first one that's titled in just her name and the loan is all in her name, too.
The Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive system in the RAV is evolved from the system found in the Prius. The major difference is that there is a 2nd electrical motor to drive the rear wheels when AWD is needed.
I was also surprised to learn that the hybrid is only 300 pounds heavier. Battery packs must be getting lighter. Also, the cost differential is between $700-$800 more than the non-hybrid. I wasn't expecting either of these.
Anyone else have a hybrid car in their stable? Thoughts?
The Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive system in the RAV is evolved from the system found in the Prius. The major difference is that there is a 2nd electrical motor to drive the rear wheels when AWD is needed.
I was also surprised to learn that the hybrid is only 300 pounds heavier. Battery packs must be getting lighter. Also, the cost differential is between $700-$800 more than the non-hybrid. I wasn't expecting either of these.
Anyone else have a hybrid car in their stable? Thoughts?