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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.

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