Fill the tank at a fuel station as you normally would. With a Plug-in Hybrid you can also charge the battery, to increase your electric-only driving range and overall efficiency. Charge at home or at a public charger.
The battery powers the electric motor, turning the wheels and driving the vehicle forward.
The petrol engine boosts power and range over long distances while also charging the battery.
Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid vehicles incorporate similar technology – but with a key difference. Both switch seamlessly between two power sources; an efficient petrol engine and an electric powertrain comprising a battery and one or more electric motors. However, Plug-in Hybrids feature a higher capacity battery to deliver greater electric performance and electric-only range in EV mode.
Toyota’s Plug-in Hybrids feature bigger batteries than Hybrid cars, giving them the capability to cover local trips on electric power alone in EV mode. Should the battery run low during longer drives, Toyota’s Plug-in Hybrids seamlessly switch to running on combined petrol and electric power, recharging the battery as you drive to get you to your destination. Explore the individual model pages of Toyota’s Plug-in Hybrids to find out more about their range.
There are several ways to recharge a Plug-in Hybrid. Plugging in to your domestic power supply is easy and makes overnight charging convenient and, in many cases, highly economical. For optimum speed, the combination of a dedicated cable and a wallbox unit will return a full charge in just a couple of hours – a comparable time to some mobile phones.
Toyota Plug-in Hybrid batteries are engineered to last the lifetime of the car. For added peace of mind, every battery comes with a 5 year/100,000 km◊ warranty which – with an annual Hybrid Health Check – extends battery cover for up to 10 years. When a battery reaches the end of its life, Toyota’s take-back scheme ensures it is dealt with safely and responsibly.
◊ Whichever occurs sooner.
From checking battery status and the current driving range to programming recharging times and even pre-cooling/pre-heating the cabin, the MyToyota smartphone app helps you get the most out of your Toyota Plug-in Hybrid.
* Combining the power of a highly-efficient petrol engine and one or more electric motors, Toyota self-charging Hybrids can charge themselves while you drive, slow down or brake. You can drive some distances in electric mode and never have to plug in or worry about battery range as the petrol engine takes over when the battery is empty.
§ Emissions may be associated with other aspects of the car’s life cycle, such as tyre and brake wear.
◊ Whichever occurs sooner.
** An electrified car is one propelled by one or more electric motors to some extent. Some electrified cars, including Hybrids and Plug-in Hybrids, also have a petrol engine. Others, like the Toyota bZ4X, are entirely electric.
§§ Availability of the products may vary by country, and local offers may be different in each market. Customers are advised to check with their local Toyota Centre.
