If you drive a hybrid vehicle, you care about what happens to the environment. Until recently, the battery in a hybrid needed to be replaced after several years of driving. That’s because, just like any battery, hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) batteries eventually fail.

The problem with HEV battery replacement is twofold. One, it is extremely expensive, costing as much as $5,000 or much more. Two, the old battery becomes just one more addition to our waste stream.

That’s why we offer hybrid owners an alternative.  In addition to replacement with a new battery, we now offer an additional option that can save you a lot of money versus purchasing a new hybrid battery.  This  service is available for nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries.

Hybrid Battery Service For NiMH Batteries

Replacement with a Remanufactured Battery –In this service, we remove your hybrid battery and replace it with a remanufactured battery.  This is a much greener option as it reduces landfill waste and saves you money. In this service, we scan the on-board computer and evaluate.  This is followed by removal of the old battery and installation of a rebuilt battery assembly. The remanufacturing companies offer upgrades using new types of cells that improve range and have a longer warranty. If this appeals to you discuss it with our service advisor.

How Much Do These Hev Battery Services Cost?

The cost for the services described above starts at around $2,500 and can go as high as $5,000 or more. This will vary based on your vehicle make and model as well as the condition of your battery.  Battery conditioning will always be less expensive and more environmentally friendly.

When Does A Hybrid Battery Need To Be Replaced?

Here are three different indicators that your HEV could benefit from a battery evaluation and conditioning.

1. Decrease in Power. If you find that you are having difficulty accelerating or getting up hills as easily as you once did, then there is a good chance you have a battery issue.
2. Lower Gas Mileage.  If you notice that your HEV is not getting as many miles per gallon as it once did, then your battery may need to be checked. Of course, this is a comparison to the mileage you were previously getting, so you need to be aware how many miles per gallon you typically get.
3. Vehicle Age/Mileage. If your HEV is four to eight years old and has been driven about 80,000 miles since its last conditioning service, you could benefit from a battery evaluation.  The actual condition of your battery will vary depending on where you live and how your car is driven.

There are other things that affect battery performance that don’t require battery replacement. It’s extremely important to follow preventative maintenance recommendations and if this is an issue correct diagnostic procedures.

If you have any questions about any of our hybrid services, just give us a call us at 410-381-2700.  If you need to schedule a hybrid service, you can book an appointment online here: https://baautocare.com/schedule-an-appointment/