Cost Of Highlander Li-ion 
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 28, 2013
Toyota has stepped up its research, development and production capacity of both NiMH and Li-ion batteries and will use these technologies where appropriate in its expanding focus on electrification of the automobile. Where the cost premium is low convenience is high and the benefits to the environment and the pocketbook are clear.
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 23, 2009
For this reason, Toyota believes that customers may need to consider replacement of the original battery during the vehicles life, adding in an additional cost factor. A recent test with a Highlander Fuel Cell Vehicle achieved a range of 431 miles on a single fill of compressed hydrogen, representing fuel consumption of 68.2
Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven
APRIL 21, 2009
Despite this, a 2003 EPRI study , assuming only $2/gallon gas , zero buying incentives, and a PHEV premium of $3-$5,000 more than standard hybrids, shows that the total lifetime cost of ownership for a PHEV will be lower than that of any other vehicle type -- so the payback will be there. The EPRI says lithium-ion batteries are ready now.
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