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What kind of batteries does Toyota use in electric cars?
I’ve been shopping around for my first electric car, and I’m trying to get more information about my options. What kind of batteries does Toyota use in electric cars?
Allison Stone · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Great question! Looking for a
new car
can be a stressful process, but doing the research can help you make the most informed decision. Most of the rechargeable batteries in
electric cars
are either lithium-ion
or nickel-metal hydride batteries. Toyota models use both. Nickel-metal hydride batteries function very similarly to lithium-ion batteries, but can withstand much harsher temperature changes, making them ideal for areas with colder climates. Lithium-ion battery technology is newer, smaller, and lighter than nickel-metal hydride batteries, but also is more expensive to produce.
While Toyota does not yet have a fully electric car available for sale, the company produces many hybrid vehicles that use this battery technology including the Prius, Camry, RAV4, Highlander, Sienna, and more.
The all-electric
Toyota bZ4X
will be available in 2023 and comes with a 71.4-72.8 kWh 355 V lithium-ion battery. If you are thinking of getting an electric car, you’ll want a
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