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What is the expected lifespan of the battery in a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid?
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The Ford Escape hybrid's battery typically lasts between 100,000 and 200,000 miles, but issues can arise during the vehicle's lifespan. Problems may include fluid leaks leading to battery failure, requiring recharging or replacement. A cracked case will necessitate complete replacement, and rapid draining may require repairs. Eventually, the battery will become ineffective and need replacement every 50,000 to 60,000 miles. While this can be costly, it's necessary to invest in maintaining the vehicle's functionality.
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I own a 2008 Escape hybrid that has racked up 320,000 miles, and the battery is still in good shape. I've heard from others who have driven similar distances with no issues. The claim that these batteries can only last between 100,000 to 200,000 miles is way off base. It's also inaccurate to say that the battery can leak and spill fluid, as each cell is sealed individually and cannot leak. Typically, the battery failure happens gradually when a few cells stop working, resulting in a less efficient battery overall.
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Well, you might also be approaching 300,000 miles without any problems like me. It's worth mentioning that my gas mileage has noticeably dropped over the past 100,000 miles. Despite driving a fully loaded truck, I'm only getting around mid-20s mpg on the highway but still in the high 20s in town.
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The 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid is covered by an eight-year, 80,000-mile warranty. While a battery replacement could be pricey at around $5,000, the vehicle is likely to experience issues before the battery needs replacing.
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Our 2007 car has 290,000 miles on it, and we are still using the original battery. We purchased it two years ago when it had 250,000 miles. Before buying, we did some research and found that New York City taxis have driven this model up to 630,000 miles on all original components, including the battery. Many others are still running strong in the 400,000 to 500,000 mile range. Further investigation revealed that Ford's hybrid battery failure rate is only 0.02%, which equals one failure per 5,000 vehicles, making it incredibly reliable. This is the only Ford vehicle we've owned, as we prioritize proven reliability. It seems that Ford may have made this model too durable. We also own two Prius cars, and according to a hybrid battery technician we spoke with, there have been no reports of repair or replacement of hybrid batteries in these Ford Escapes. However, he mentioned that the Fusion and C-Max Hybrids have a different setup and are not as established in terms of reliability.
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I own a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid with approximately 145,000 miles on it (232,000 km, for my Canadian friends). Despite the harsh winter conditions, it still runs smoothly on the battery at low speeds. However, the fuel efficiency isn't as great as it used to be when it was new. In town, it used to get 29 mpg (7L/100km) until 2016, but now it's down to 22 mpg (10L/100km) ... I've had to shell out about $6000 (7700 CAD$) for various repairs since 2018 (AC issues, brake problems, faulty air pressure sensor, power steering torque sensor, etc.). But I still believe it's a better deal compared to buying a newer car (lower insurance costs, no monthly car payments). My goal is to keep driving it until it reaches 300,000 miles like some other owners have!
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