Due to the heavy use of batteries and extra electronics, the overall life might tend to be slightly shorter then a conventional automobile.
Unknown, but probably not. The battery will probably die first and it is expensive to replace.
One of the major benefits of hybrid electric cars is the longevity of the cars. Electric cars simply last longer than traditional cars. If you buy an electric car, you will notice that your engine lasts for years. You will be able to enjoy all of the benefits of your car for years to come. There is little to no maintenance required with a brand new hybrid car. It is a great investment.
Hybrids work using a combustion engine, like most cars, yet rely on electric cells to generate energy. Most hybrids come standard with a battery that will last the life of the automobile. Typically, hybrids require less maintenance than their typical counterparts that are non-hybrid.
While not really good for the environment, they do save some fuel. The overall cost per mile is not much higher then a conventional car. The pollution issue is possibly greater as their lives are shorter. The primary cause of pollution for automobiles is the junking of them. Keeping the same car longer and keeping it running well is far better then buying a new hybrid. Actually hybrid cars have been on the market for such a short time that is not possible yet to really compare how long they last to standard cars. Most people who own hybrid cars have not yet owned them as long as the typical lifetime of a non-hybrid car. So far there is little or no evidence that they wear out any sooner than normal cars - but only time will tell.
If properly maintained, hybrid engines can last 10-20 years or even longer. The battery will need to be replaced, however. With a hybrid car, the concern is generally with the lifespan of the battery since that is where the car gets its power and that is what distinguishes it from a regular engine. The batteries on a hybrid vehicle are intended to last for the lifetime of the car. The engine should also last for the car's lifetime if it is properly maintained.
Is it thought that most hybrid batteries will last to the 120000 mile mark. Since hybrid vehicles are a relatively new phenomenon, little long term testing has been done. Battery technology continues to improve though, so it is likely that later models may have even longer battery lives.
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Because houses last, and keep their value longer than cars.
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Yes, they are meant to last very long. Hyundai hybrid cars have a 5 year warranty or up to 60000 mile warranty versus the traditional 4 year, 500000 mile warranty on most vehicles so they are meant to last.
The battery should last as long as the lifetime of the car according to 2 Hybrid car manufactures, but with the cars not being around for very long, nobody really knows the answer to this question.
Normally they last the life of the engine or longer. No real guarantee.