Seamlessly combining performance, design and reliability, there has never been a better time to opt for a hybrid vehicle among Toyota's vast selection of subcompacts, sedans and SUVs.
WHY CHOOSE A HYBRID TOYOTA VEHICLE?
Power, performance and reliability are there to stay in Toyota hybrids, and we never compromise. Hybrid vehicles do not need to be plugged in; their battery charges by itself while you drive. The hybrid engine doesn't require any additional routine maintenance.
With its hybrid lineup, Toyota has prevented, since 1997, 94 million tons of CO2 emissions globally. Toyota hybrid vehicles allow you to reduce your carbon footprint without changing any of your driving or fuelling habits. With all these benefits and a vast selection of models, why not choose hybrid?
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Toyota hybrids use an electric system as well as a gas-fuelled system. The optimal combination of both is made automatically, without the driver's intervention. These vehicles can therefore operate in electric-only mode, gas mode or a combination of both. The hybridity of the engine produces up to 70% less CO2 emissions than conventional gas-powered vehicles, without compromising performance.
HOW TOYOTA HYBRIDS WORK
AVAILABLE PLUG-IN HYBRID MODELS
Toyota's plug-in hybrid vehicles, such as the Prius Prime, can be plugged in to extend the electric autonomy of the vehicle. The Prius Prime can travel further and faster in EV mode than regular hybrid models that do not plug in.
EASY CHARGING
The Prius Prime has many benefits, such as its charging time. This model has the fastest charging time of its category and does not require any additional equipment.
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Starting Up: In most conditions, when the vehicle starts up, only the electric motor is engaged, which saves fuel and delivers instant torque.
Accelerating and Cruising: While driving, the electric and gas motors are used in symbiosis, providing the perfect mix of power without compromising performance. The excess energy is used towards recharging the electric battery.
Decelerating and Braking: During deceleration and braking, the electric motor takes over completely. The regenerative braking system converts kinetic energy into electric energy to recharge the battery.
Resting and Reversing: When the vehicle is stopped, the gas engine shuts down, making room for the electric motor, unless the battery's autonomy is low. This allows to save on fuel. When reversing at low speed, the hybrid vehicle only uses the electric motor.
WHY CHOOSE TOYOTA HYBRID?
Toyota hybrid models offer a range of benefits while combining performance, CO2 emissions reduction and safety. With the most varied hybrid lineup on the market, Toyota has a model for every need and lifestyle.
POWERFUL PERFORMANCES
Never compromise on performance. With Toyota hybrid vehicles, get the same - or greater - level of performance that you loved with their conventional gas counterparts!
YOUR SAME DRIVING HABITS
With Toyota hybrids, you don't need to change your driving habits nor how you fuel your vehicle. Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive works in the background so you can hit the road just like you're used to!
NO NEED TO PLUG-IN
Toyota hybrids do not need to be plugged in. Their Hybrid Synergy Drive system takes care of charging the battery by itself for you.
NO ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE
There is no need to pay additional fees for the maintenance of Toyota hybrids as they follow the same maintenance schedule as regular gas-powered vehicles.
EXTENDED RANGE
Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) can be plugged in to extend the electric autonomy of the vehicle. The Prius Prime model, for example, has a total range of up to 1,035 km* with a full tank of gas and fully charged battery.
REDUCED CARBON FOOTPRINT
Toyota launched its first hybrid vehicle, the Prius, in 1997. Since then, with its hybrid lineup, it has saved over 94 million tons of CO2 emissions globally.
THE SUSTAINABLE MOVEMENT
Join the movement for sustainable transport by choosing a hybrid Toyota vehicle. Toyota is committed to promoting the environment and sustainability through the reduction of emissions by new Toyota vehicles by 90%, by 2050, compared to 2010 levels.
REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE
Once the time comes, hybrid batteries can be recycled or repurposed for a different use, just like any other battery.
SAFETY FIRST
At Toyota, safety is our priority. All our vehicles - hybrid models included - are tested for life in the Canadian climate and follow the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Our suite of active safety technologies, Toyota Safety Sense, is also included with every hybrid vehicle.
READY FOR WINTER
Toyota hybrids have been designed with Canadian winters in mind. They have also been rigorously tested in the cold to ensure they're ready to hit the road in every weather.
DURABLE HYBRID BATTERIES
The batteries found in Toyota hybrids are designed to last and are covered by an 8-year or 160,000 km warranty, just like the other hybrid components of the vehicle. For over 98% of our hybrid vehicles sold in Canada since 2001, the original battery hasn't been replaced yet.
EXPLORE TOYOTA'S HYBRID LINEUP
The vast hybrid lineup offered by Toyota has vehicles for every need. From subcompacts to sedans and SUVs, Toyota has something for every lifestyle.
Cash purchase offer is based on the 2024 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID LE AWD (BWRFVC 3a76e681ebf8) model, with 2.5L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Cash purchase selling price is $38,614.00. Cash purchase selling price ($38,614.00) includes: Freight and PDI ($1,930.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. (HST) are extra. Finance offer is based on the 2024 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID LE AWD (BWRFVC 3a76e681ebf8) model, with 2.5L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Finance selling price is $38,614.00 (plus taxes). Finance payments include: Freight and PDI ($1,930.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), PPSA ($60.52), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. Finance offer is based on a 84 months term and 6.69% interest rate. 182 bi-weekly payments of $266.35 ($300.97 taxes included) with $0.00 cash down and $0.00 net trade in. Cash down payments are due upon vehicle delivery. Finance total obligation is $54,776.54 (taxes included). Finance total cost of borrowing is $11,082.20. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is 6.73%. Limited time purchase financing offer on approved credit. Some customers will not qualify. Rates and requirements may vary depending on credit worthiness. Payments and conditions may vary for a commercial use. All applicable taxes are calculated on the total amount prior to deduction of the down payment. Lease offer is based on the 2024 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID LE AWD (BWRFVC 3a76e681ebf8) model, with 2.5L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Lease selling price is $38,614.00 (plus taxes). Lease payments include: Freight and PDI ($1,930.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), PPSA ($44.00), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. Lease offer is based on a 60 months term and 6.89% interest rate. 130 bi-weekly payments of $244.55 ($276.34 taxes included) with $0.00 cash down and $0.00 net trade in. $0.00 down payment and tax on down payment, $0.00 net trade-in and $276.34 first payment are due at lease inception. Total amount due at lease inception is $276.34 ($0.00 down payment, First payment ($276.34) and (HST) $0.00). Lease offer is based on a 20000 kilometer allowance per year. $0.10 fee per excess kilometer will apply. Estimated vehicle residual value is $16,537.00. An option to purchase at lease end (Buy Back Value) of $16,837.00 may be available. A security deposit might be required. Limited time leasing offer on approved credit. Some customers will not qualify. Rates and requirements may vary depending on credit worthiness. Payments and conditions may vary for a commercial use. Taxes on initial cash down and after tax rebates (including government rebate) are excluded and must be paid upon delivery. Lease total obligation is $35,924.20 (taxes included). Lease total cost of borrowing is $9,670.50. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is 6.93%. The illustrated vehicle is based on the 2024 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID LIMITED AWD (DWRFVC A) model, with 2.5L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. The illustrated vehicle's cash purchase selling price is $49,614.00. Levy and other environmental or related levies, other taxes (including, where applicable, GST and PST or HST), additional options, license, insurance and registration are extra. While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Please verify all information and pricing with a sales representative or ask online. The dealership reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, to the prices, rates, models, materials, equipment, specifications, and availability, or to discontinue models or equipment. Vehicle trade-ins are subject to dealer's approval. Luxury tax included (where applicable).
Cash purchase offer is based on the 2024 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID LE FWD (R31AKT 605b4e18ab96) model, with 2.5L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Cash purchase selling price is $35,284.00. Cash purchase selling price ($35,284.00) includes: Freight and PDI ($1,860.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. (HST) are extra. Finance offer is based on the 2024 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID LE FWD (R31AKT 605b4e18ab96) model, with 2.5L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Finance selling price is $35,284.00 (plus taxes). Finance payments include: Freight and PDI ($1,860.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), PPSA ($60.52), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. Finance offer is based on a 84 months term and 9.49% interest rate. 182 bi-weekly payments of $266.08 ($300.67 taxes included) with $0.00 cash down and $0.00 net trade in. Cash down payments are due upon vehicle delivery. Finance total obligation is $54,721.94 (taxes included). Finance total cost of borrowing is $14,790.50. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is 9.54%. Limited time purchase financing offer on approved credit. Some customers will not qualify. Rates and requirements may vary depending on credit worthiness. Payments and conditions may vary for a commercial use. All applicable taxes are calculated on the total amount prior to deduction of the down payment. The illustrated vehicle is based on the 2024 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID XLE FWD (B21HKT A) model, with 2.5L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. The illustrated vehicle's cash purchase selling price is $44,084.00. Levy and other environmental or related levies, other taxes (including, where applicable, GST and PST or HST), additional options, license, insurance and registration are extra. While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Please verify all information and pricing with a sales representative or ask online. The dealership reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, to the prices, rates, models, materials, equipment, specifications, and availability, or to discontinue models or equipment. Vehicle trade-ins are subject to dealer's approval. Luxury tax included (where applicable).
Cash purchase offer is based on the 2025 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID SE FWD (DAACKC 6bcb5123feb4) model, with 2.5L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Cash purchase selling price is $36,894.00. Cash purchase selling price ($36,894.00) includes: Freight and PDI ($1,860.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. (HST) are extra. Finance offer is based on the 2025 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID SE FWD (DAACKC 6bcb5123feb4) model, with 2.5L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Finance selling price is $36,894.00 (plus taxes). Finance payments include: Freight and PDI ($1,860.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), PPSA ($60.52), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. Finance offer is based on a 84 months term and 6.89% interest rate. 182 bi-weekly payments of $256.15 ($289.45 taxes included) with $0.00 cash down and $0.00 net trade in. Cash down payments are due upon vehicle delivery. Finance total obligation is $52,679.90 (taxes included). Finance total cost of borrowing is $10,929.16. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is 6.93%. Limited time purchase financing offer on approved credit. Some customers will not qualify. Rates and requirements may vary depending on credit worthiness. Payments and conditions may vary for a commercial use. All applicable taxes are calculated on the total amount prior to deduction of the down payment. Lease offer is based on the 2025 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID SE FWD (DAACKC 6bcb5123feb4) model, with 2.5L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Lease selling price is $36,894.00 (plus taxes). Lease payments include: Freight and PDI ($1,860.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), PPSA ($44.00), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. Lease offer is based on a 60 months term and 7.19% interest rate. 130 bi-weekly payments of $252.31 ($285.11 taxes included) with $0.00 cash down and $0.00 net trade in. $0.00 down payment and tax on down payment, $0.00 net trade-in and $285.11 first payment are due at lease inception. Total amount due at lease inception is $285.11 ($0.00 down payment, First payment ($285.11) and (HST) $0.00). Lease offer is based on a 20000 kilometer allowance per year. $0.10 fee per excess kilometer will apply. Estimated vehicle residual value is $13,377.00. An option to purchase at lease end (Buy Back Value) of $13,677.00 may be available. A security deposit might be required. Limited time leasing offer on approved credit. Some customers will not qualify. Rates and requirements may vary depending on credit worthiness. Payments and conditions may vary for a commercial use. Taxes on initial cash down and after tax rebates (including government rebate) are excluded and must be paid upon delivery. Lease total obligation is $37,064.30 (taxes included). Lease total cost of borrowing is $9,239.30. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is 7.23%. The illustrated vehicle is based on the 2025 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID XLE AWD AWD (DBADLC B) model, with 2.5L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. The illustrated vehicle's cash purchase selling price is $47,544.00. Levy and other environmental or related levies, other taxes (including, where applicable, GST and PST or HST), additional options, license, insurance and registration are extra. While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Please verify all information and pricing with a sales representative or ask online. The dealership reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, to the prices, rates, models, materials, equipment, specifications, and availability, or to discontinue models or equipment. Vehicle trade-ins are subject to dealer's approval. Luxury tax included (where applicable).
Cash purchase offer is based on the 2024 TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID LE FWD (BCMFEC 581479907012) model, with 1.8L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Cash purchase selling price is $29,284.00. Cash purchase selling price ($29,284.00) includes: Freight and PDI ($1,760.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. (HST) are extra. Finance offer is based on the 2024 TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID LE FWD (BCMFEC 581479907012) model, with 1.8L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Finance selling price is $29,284.00 (plus taxes). Finance payments include: Freight and PDI ($1,760.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), PPSA ($60.52), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. Finance offer is based on a 84 months term and 6.69% interest rate. 182 bi-weekly payments of $202.08 ($228.35 taxes included) with $0.00 cash down and $0.00 net trade in. Cash down payments are due upon vehicle delivery. Finance total obligation is $41,559.70 (taxes included). Finance total cost of borrowing is $8,408.26. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is 6.75%. Limited time purchase financing offer on approved credit. Some customers will not qualify. Rates and requirements may vary depending on credit worthiness. Payments and conditions may vary for a commercial use. All applicable taxes are calculated on the total amount prior to deduction of the down payment. Lease offer is based on the 2024 TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID LE FWD (BCMFEC 581479907012) model, with 1.8L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Lease selling price is $29,284.00 (plus taxes). Lease payments include: Freight and PDI ($1,760.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), PPSA ($44.00), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. Lease offer is based on a 52 months term and 5.89% interest rate. 112 bi-weekly payments of $191.14 ($215.99 taxes included) with $0.00 cash down and $0.00 net trade in. $0.00 down payment and tax on down payment, $0.00 net trade-in and $215.99 first payment are due at lease inception. Total amount due at lease inception is $215.99 ($0.00 down payment, First payment ($215.99) and (HST) $0.00). Lease offer is based on a 18462 kilometer allowance per year. $0.07 fee per excess kilometer will apply. Estimated vehicle residual value is $13,395.00. An option to purchase at lease end (Buy Back Value) of $13,695.00 may be available. A security deposit might be required. Limited time leasing offer on approved credit. Some customers will not qualify. Rates and requirements may vary depending on credit worthiness. Payments and conditions may vary for a commercial use. Taxes on initial cash down and after tax rebates (including government rebate) are excluded and must be paid upon delivery. Lease total obligation is $24,190.88 (taxes included). Lease total cost of borrowing is $5,474.68. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is 5.94%. The illustrated vehicle is based on the 2024 TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID XSE AWD AWD (BXMHEC A) model, with 1.8L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. The illustrated vehicle's cash purchase selling price is $37,344.00. Levy and other environmental or related levies, other taxes (including, where applicable, GST and PST or HST), additional options, license, insurance and registration are extra. While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Please verify all information and pricing with a sales representative or ask online. The dealership reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, to the prices, rates, models, materials, equipment, specifications, and availability, or to discontinue models or equipment. Vehicle trade-ins are subject to dealer's approval. Luxury tax included (where applicable).
Cash purchase offer is based on the 2025 TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID LE FWD (BCMFEC 2945926f32e8) model, with 1.8L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Cash purchase selling price is $29,484.00. Cash purchase selling price ($29,484.00) includes: Freight and PDI ($1,760.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. (HST) are extra. Finance offer is based on the 2025 TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID LE FWD (BCMFEC 2945926f32e8) model, with 1.8L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Finance selling price is $29,484.00 (plus taxes). Finance payments include: Freight and PDI ($1,760.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), PPSA ($60.52), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. Finance offer is based on a 84 months term and 6.89% interest rate. 182 bi-weekly payments of $204.78 ($231.40 taxes included) with $0.00 cash down and $0.00 net trade in. Cash down payments are due upon vehicle delivery. Finance total obligation is $42,114.80 (taxes included). Finance total cost of borrowing is $8,737.36. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is 6.95%. Limited time purchase financing offer on approved credit. Some customers will not qualify. Rates and requirements may vary depending on credit worthiness. Payments and conditions may vary for a commercial use. All applicable taxes are calculated on the total amount prior to deduction of the down payment. Lease offer is based on the 2025 TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID LE FWD (BCMFEC 2945926f32e8) model, with 1.8L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. Lease selling price is $29,484.00 (plus taxes). Lease payments include: Freight and PDI ($1,760.00), Secure Gard & Tire Gard ($599.00), Air conditioning excise tax ($100.00), PPSA ($44.00), Tire Duty ($22.50), OMVIC Fee ($12.50) including installation. Lease offer is based on a 60 months term and 7.19% interest rate. 130 bi-weekly payments of $190.70 ($215.49 taxes included) with $0.00 cash down and $0.00 net trade in. $0.00 down payment and tax on down payment, $0.00 net trade-in and $215.49 first payment are due at lease inception. Total amount due at lease inception is $215.49 ($0.00 down payment, First payment ($215.49) and (HST) $0.00). Lease offer is based on a 20000 kilometer allowance per year. $0.07 fee per excess kilometer will apply. Estimated vehicle residual value is $12,415.40. An option to purchase at lease end (Buy Back Value) of $12,715.40 may be available. A security deposit might be required. Limited time leasing offer on approved credit. Some customers will not qualify. Rates and requirements may vary depending on credit worthiness. Payments and conditions may vary for a commercial use. Taxes on initial cash down and after tax rebates (including government rebate) are excluded and must be paid upon delivery. Lease total obligation is $28,013.70 (taxes included). Lease total cost of borrowing is $7,678.40. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is 7.24%. The illustrated vehicle is based on the 2025 TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID XSE AWD AWD (BXMHEC A) model, with 1.8L 4 cyl. engine and CVT transmission. The illustrated vehicle's cash purchase selling price is $38,579.00. Levy and other environmental or related levies, other taxes (including, where applicable, GST and PST or HST), additional options, license, insurance and registration are extra. While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Please verify all information and pricing with a sales representative or ask online. The dealership reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, to the prices, rates, models, materials, equipment, specifications, and availability, or to discontinue models or equipment. Vehicle trade-ins are subject to dealer's approval. Luxury tax included (where applicable).
Toyota hybrid models offer a range of benefits while combining performance, CO2 emissions reduction and safety. With the most varied hybrid lineup on the market, Toyota has a model for every need and lifestyle.
The original hybrid battery of more than 98% of hybrid Toyota vehicles sold in Canada since 2001 has not yet been changed. All hybrid components, such as the battery, are covered by a warranty of 8 years or 160,000 km*.
Hybrid vehicles offer the engine-shut-off feature as well as an extended electric range in the city. The latest generation Toyota hybrids also offer a highly efficient gas engine. On the highway, the hybrid system can also enter EV mode by itself. Toyota's hybrid system can analyze and determine the optimal combination of gas and electric based on your driving conditions.
As hybrid vehicles are driven just live conventional gas vehicles, your driving and fuelling habits will remain unchanged. The hybrid system works seamlessly in the background and determines the optimal gas/electric combination by itself. You can fuel your hybrid vehicle just like you would with a gas-powered vehicle.
Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) offer all the benefits of a hybrid vehicle, but can also be plugged in to extend the electric autonomy of the vehicle.
The performances offered by hybrid vehicles are similar - or sometimes even greater - to those of their gas counterparts. The instant torque of the electric motor allows the hybrid vehicle to accelerate off the line as well as a refined and direct acceleration.
Electric motors can also improve the total horsepower. The RAV4 Hybrid, for example, has more horsepower and faster acceleration than the gas-fueled RAV4. This extra power allows for the conception of smaller and lighter engines, which improves handling.
No additional maintenance is required for hybrid vehicles versus conventional gas-powered models. The same maintenance schedule is followed, with appointments every 6 months or 8,000 km.
The hybrid system can even reduce the frequency of maintenance for other components such as the gas engine, which is off at times. The brake pads and rotor also have a longer lifespan as the brakes are regenerative. Hybrid vehicles also do not have transmission fluid, starters, alternators or belts to replace.
No need to be concerned with safety in hybrid vehicles as these follow the rigorous Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Toyota hybrids are as safe as gas-powered vehicles.
The hybrid batteries, for example, are sealed in a protective metal case and insulated from the rest of the vehicle body. As for the battery cables, they are shrouded in bright orange cladding to be more visible to emergency workers. Toyota also collaborates with first responders to provide all necessary information concerning hybrid vehicles.
Toyota hybrids are always equipped with our suite of active safety technologies, Toyota Safety Sense. Hit the road with complete peace of mind!
Hybrid systems offer a range of benefits in terms of performance, safety and reliability, but also in terms of CO2 emissions reduction. This positive environmental impact is even greater considering that gas engines are more energy-efficient today.
Since the launch of the Prius in 1997, Toyota's hybrid vehicles have saved over 94 million tons of CO2 emissions globally*.
* In lieu of conventional gasoline vehicles of similar class and engine performance
Toyota launched its first hybrid vehicle, the Prius, in 1997. Since then, the hybrid lineup has considerably improved with innovations and improvements in hybrid technology. Today, 12 million hybrid vehicle sales later, Toyota offers the vastest selection of hybrid vehicles among full-line passenger vehicle manufacturers.
Toyota hybrid vehicles are covered a 3-year or 60,000 km Basic Complete Vehicle Warranty. Moreover, all the hybrid components, such as the hybrid battery, are covered by an 8-year or 160,000 km warranty.
Up to this day, around 98% of hybrid Toyota vehicles sold since 2001 still have their original battery. But, once the time comes, hybrid batteries can be recycled or repurposed, just like any other battery. Toyota Canada has a recycling program for hybrid batteries, as well as initiatives, like the Lamar Buffalo Ranch Project in Yellowstone National Park, to repurpose these batteries for a more sustainable future.
The hybrid system in Toyota hybrids can recharge itself. Hybrid vehicles therefore do not need to be plugged in. Driving and fuelling is the same for hybrid and gas-powered vehicles!
As for plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs), they can be plugged in to extend the electric-only range. Pure electric vehicles (EVs) need to be plugged in to recharge their battery as they do not have a gas-powered engine.
All Toyota vehicles, including Toyota hybrids, are rigorously tested to ensure their performance in different types of weather such as the harsh Canadian winters.
Hybrid Toyota vehicles are designed and optimized for winter. The RAV4 Hybrid is also built in Canada, by Canadians and for Canadians*.
