Are Hybrid Cars High Maintenance?

Driving on the Macclenny roads with confidence is easy when you have a trusty car to rely on. While hybrid vehicles are known to be low maintenance and exhibit reliable and fuel-efficient transportation for many drivers, they still do require routine maintenance to perform correctly. If you want to learn more about the hybrid car maintenance cost or if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our service center team for more information.

Typical Hybrid Car Maintenance Costs

Many shoppers wonder, “Are hybrid cars high maintenance?” It’s important that we go over the maintenance costs of a hybrid vehicle. When you’re beginning your research on the auto services needed for a hybrid vehicle, you’ll find that it’s not much different than a standard vehicle. Hybrid vehicles will need oil changes around every 5,000 to 7,000 miles and will likely require similar maintenance items as vehicles powered by an internal combustion engine.

Because of this, you’ll find that hybrid car maintenance reliability is similar to a normal vehicle. The only exception is the replacement of a hybrid vehicle battery. However, many drivers report their hybrid battery lasting upwards of 200,000 miles or more. Some advice we have regarding hybrid vehicle maintenance costs include:

Oil Changes

With oil change intervals remaining similar to standard vehicles, oil changes will cost the same on a hybrid vehicle.

Batteries

Most hybrid vehicles have two batteries: a standard vehicle battery and a hybrid battery. The hybrid vehicle battery will likely need to be replaced similar to a standard vehicle battery and will most likely cost the same. In the unlikely event that the hybrid battery needs to be replaced, the costs could be a bit pricier.

However, hybrid vehicles have warranty coverage for a minimum of 8 years or 100,000 miles, with some newer models having coverage for 10 years or 150,000 miles. This coverage is excellent and shows that Kia hybrid vehicles are engineered for longevity.

Other Wear & Tear Maintenance

Aside from hybrid vehicle battery replacements, other wear and tear maintenance items on a hybrid vehicle will not be much different from any other vehicle. Tire replacements, lightbulbs, and other regular service items should be replaced at their recommended service intervals.

Benefits of Hybrid Car Maintenance

If you’re still on the fence about a hybrid vehicle, we get it. However, by choosing a new Kia hybrid, you’re getting a fuel-efficient and dependable vehicle that won’t let you down on your Gainesville drives. Their maintenance isn’t much different from any other dependable Kia vehicles, but they have the added benefit of increased efficiency. Some other benefits of maintenance on a Kia hybrid vehicle are as follows:

• Increased Brake Life: Hybrid vehicles use regenerative braking which uses the momentum of your vehicle to regain some energy for the battery. This regenerative braking system means that your regular brakes will be used less, resulting in increased brake life.

• Longer Oil Change Intervals: Since your internal combustion engine may not always be running, the need for oil changes may be decreased. However, we recommend you have a trained professional check your oil regularly to ensure that your hybrid vehicle runs in tip-top shape.

• Less Overall Maintenance: Similar to oil changes, you’ll likely need less overall maintenance with a hybrid vehicle. With the internal combustion engine being used less, there are fewer moving parts that will be worn down. Electric motors are also very simple and have few moving parts that’ll need to be replaced over time.

Come to Rountree Moore Kia for Quality Hybrid Vehicle Maintenance

If your vehicle is in need of service or routine maintenance, don’t wait to schedule an appointment at our Lake City service center today. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have, and be sure to review our service specials for savings on your next visit. We’ve added more service bays for your convenience and we work on all makes and models so schedule your service today! We look forward to helping you get your Live Oak commuter back to working like new.