What are the problems of hybrid cars?

Battery Issues. The biggest drawback to a hybrid car is the battery systems. Nearly all hybrid cars use batteries that are integrated into the powertrain. That's good news when you're on the road, since it means the car operates under battery power some of the time. The result is better gas mileage. read more

Practically speaking, if you had to replace a battery on a 10-year-old hybrid, you could pay about $500 for one from a salvage yard, just like you could if you had to replace any major component on an older car. read more

Besides the slightly higher cost, theres no problems that you would get from a hybrid system. If there is a problem, the manufacturer would most likely cover it, that is, assuming the car doesn't have 20 owners and too high of a mileage. Hybrids are better in every way over a traditional gas engine. read more

But while hybrid cars offer a major cost savings at the pump, they can come with extra expenses, as well. We've examined a few of them to let drivers know that going with a hybrid could cost more in the long run. Battery Issues. The biggest drawback to a hybrid car is the battery systems. read more