Toyota Hybrid Cars in Pakistan?

[7thgear]

Recently someone told me that Toyota's Hybrid cars are available in Pakistan for something like 1.8 to 2 million rupees. Is it true? Earlier I had heard that Hybrid cars were something like at least 6 million. I have not seen myself any Hybrid on the road yet but their availability has been mentioned by more than one persons.. Any idea?

[ussi]

There was a hybrid here but no body bought it

i saw it too, the white prius at a showroom near toyota hyd

[landcruiser08]

i have a relative who is a showroom owner in KHI i asked him abt hybrids and he said more people r buying hybrids now and he himself bought a civic hybrid.

[capsat]

in hybrid cars the fuel engine kicks in when you gas the engine for speed. however fuel engine goes silent again once vehicle momentum is stable. fuel economy is considerably efficient while commuting in traffic

[sial_ali]

I have heard there is no thrill in driving a electric car, is it true ?

[capsat]

hybrid cars are for fuel economy not for 'Drift' or making 'Donuts' but yes when gassed they kick and jump to take the lead...

[chinyoti]

^ When Petrols reaching 100rs a liter, i give a damn about thrill, to me electric cars seem alot better alternative then a CNGfied car.

I considering a Hybrid Civic for Gli maybe sometime in future. The battries are said to last around 10years.

[7thgear]

And what about the difference in the comfort of the two cars? If on a jumpy road, is Civic better or Prius?

[NOneed2speedd]

^ofcourse prius

[chinyoti]

Im not sure if they are reliable in long run(longer distances), But for city commuting i guess Hybrids are perfect.

[dms664]

Im not sure if they are reliable in long run(longer distances), But for city commuting i guess Hybrids are perfect.

in case they break down during long route driving ,no mechanic is going to entertain you

[levin]

i was thinking to trade in my starlet with prius but just yesterday a cgnchi side (all metal pipe frame with 7 - 8 guys sitting on it) hit the starlet from back at red light and bumper moved 2 inches,,,, 500 rs expense or leave it as a souvenir..

what if i was in prius?

buy a new tail light,
fix bumper
side fender dent paint,,

50,000,, there goes my fuel savings

[chinyoti]

^so true

[urdumania2012]

I am not sure. because i am not seen still now.if i hear about this i am telling you about this.

[mimtiaz]

i was thinking to trade in my starlet with prius but just yesterday a cgnchi side (all metal pipe frame with 7 - 8 guys sitting on it) hit the starlet from back at red light and bumper moved 2 inches,,,, 500 rs expense or leave it as a souvenir..

what if i was in prius?

buy a new tail light,
fix bumper
side fender dent paint,,

50,000,, there goes my fuel savings

yeah but isn't that the case with any new car (civic/GLI). Frankly, you could have saved Rs 500 too if you have bought chingchi, why not trade in your starlet with chingchi - 0 cost!!

[mimtiaz]

BTW: does any one know about the service centre for Hybrids in Pakistan be it Toyota or Honda?

[capsat]

battery life in Prius & Civic 2nd generation are over 15+ years,

toyota & honda pakistan may have data & scan tools available BUT they may take a while to source parts for the cars at their premium price.

Officially both can not officially decline service such cars but can annoy you for prolonged time for 'availability' of parts.

[mimtiaz]

battery life in Prius & Civic 2nd generation are over 15+ years,

toyota & honda pakistan may have data & scan tools available BUT they may take a while to source parts for the cars at their premium price.

Officially both can not officially decline service such cars but can annoy you for prolonged time for 'availability' of parts.

Parts - agreed; what about general service e.g 10K km service of electric motor as well as batteries, are these desi mechanics capable of providing these services?

[capsat]

Hybrid is maintenance FREE because batteries / charge control units/ drive motors are all sealed and fuel engine maintenance is usual use google to check for prius forums (newzealand & Australia) for further details. Down load Prius maintenance manual for knowledge you will enjoy reading.

HERE

[aliusman420]

what about oil change, oil filter, air filter and plugs?

[capsat]

what about oil change, oil filter, air filter and plugs?

Hybrid is maintenance FREE because batteries / charge control units/ drive motors are all sealed and fuel engine maintenance is usual use google to check for prius forums (newzealand & Australia) for further details. Down load Prius maintenance manual for knowledge you will enjoy reading.

you missed clicking on HERE read section 7 onwards

thats the best short cut i can tell.

I admit am IDIOT with no PLAN, so please you act wise