Can I convert my Prius to a plug in?

Can I convert my Prius to a plug in?

Six Prius dealerships in the US now convert standard Priuses into plug-ins using commercially produced lithium-ion batteries. The process is straightforward. The battery has a range of 35 to 40 miles, and takes about five hours to recharge completely.

Can you convert hybrid to plug hybrid?

It is possible to convert hybrids like the Toyota Prius to being a plug-in as well as convert a conventional vehicle to being plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Several companies build and offer hybrid conversion kits for sale. Hymotion is one of these companies.

Can you upgrade Prius battery?

If you own a Gen2 Prius we can replace the original (worn out) hybrid battery with our 10k system and upgrade your car to 100MPG in one fell swoop.

Do you plug in a Prius hybrid?

Do I need to plug in Prius Prime to use it? No, but it is generally advantageous to keep it charged. Prius Prime uses a series parallel hybrid system, which means it can drive the wheels using both electric motors and/or its gas engine. If the battery is fully charged, Prius Prime runs on the electric motors only.

How fast can a Prius go on electric?

The maximum speed in EV mode is 100 km/h (62 mph), or 85 km/h (53 mph) on European models.

Can you turn a normal car into a hybrid?

A conventional vehicle can be converted to a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), or an all-electric vehicle (EV). Systems used for converting vehicles to HEVs and PHEVs require U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification.

Does Prius use lithium ion battery?

Toyota Prius is the best-selling hybrid of all time and has been one of the most reliable and dependable cars on the market for two decades. Toyota hybrid vehicles typically utilize either a Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) or Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery.

Can you upgrade your hybrid battery?

If you do need to upgrade your original battery, look at our high-performance BeeMax™ replacement IMA hybrid battery packs. Whilst some companies only replace bad cells, all cells in the BeeMax™ battery are brand new and precision balanced.

When did the Prius Plug in conversion kit come out?

In January 2014 we have started offering our newest Prius Plug-In conversion kit. 15kw/h is not offered any more. What is the advantages of this Plug-In conversion kit. We can say that this is the most advanced, simple, easiest to install and lightest EV kit on the market for now.

How long does it take to convert a Prius to a PHEV?

It is equivalent of $1.00/gallon of gas. Read more… There are only two low voltage and two high voltage wires to connect. It takes four hours for professionals to install. Most automotive savy customers with electrical background can do it themselves in eight hours.

How much does a Toyota plug-in PHEV kit cost?

Our 4KWH kit cost is only half of Toyota 2012 Plug-in option and it has 50% longer range. Calculate ROI. 12 month no interest payment option is available. Please contact us for details.

Is there a way to convert a Toyota Prius to an electric car?

A company called Enginer.us sells a do-it-yourself kit that will allow you to upgrade your first-generation Prius or second-generation Prius to a plug-in electric car. The kit does not yet work for the third-generation Prius.