jimdel13

The price is $4 k below BB.  I am just feeling uncertain that the problem is truly fixed...

So the concern is that the LiOn will not last as long as the metal hydride?

I am a 2005 Prius owner considering a 2013 CMax Hybrid.  After reading this forum I am not sure if I shouldn't look for a newer Prius.   If the battery issue was solved, I would definitely go for the CMax.

Jim

I own a 2005 Prius and have 106000 miles.  I am aware that Prius Taxis in NYC have in excess of 200,000k mileage, so the engine batteries will likely last a long time.  The Prius battery pack now only costs about $2300 to replace.

I am considering purchasing of a "reaquired" 2013 Hybrid from a dealer.  The battery issue is why Ford had to buy it back (lemon law).  The dealer salesman said that the battery was never dead but that the computer "sensed" it was and did not allow the battery to crank the motor. He says Ford reprogrammed the car and it is declared fine.  Being sold with 12k/12 month warranty.  I am not sure that answer makes sense after reading all the comments and struggles of owners with the battery problem.  Any suggestions?

what do you think about a "reacquired" 2013 selling for $13600 with a 12 month 12k warranty?  JIm

Am considering purchasing a 2013 Cmax hybrid that was "reaquired".  The dealer says that the reason that happened was because of the dead battery issue.  He claims that Ford techs reprogrammed the computer and that it is fine now.  Car comes with 12,000mile 12 month warranty.  Price is great.  I am a one car family and could not deal with lots of back and forth to dealer.  Any suggestions.

Jim