Engine longevity

[jpto]

How often do you mean by regularly? Is roughly once a week with occasional long multi day road trips(2 to 3 times per year) thrown in enough?

IMO once a week should be fine, If you're running into situations where your 12V is going flat from sitting that's probably a sign that you need to drive more

 

[cvx5832LC]

If you’re spooling up the turbo a lot, you’re really missing the point as to how Toyota designed this drivetrain to deliver power. At low rpm’s, the engine (w/o the boost of the turbo) and electric motor combine to yield close to 400 ft lbs.

Driving it like it’s intended to be driven is not necessarily “babying” the engine. I think it’s better described as better matching one’s use with the design of the tool.

This! You miss out on all that electric torque goodness by just mashing the pedal. Roll into it, continuing to stay just under the kick-down point and watch your truck go zoom

 

[beungood]

And the batteries don't last forever, but they're also not expensive batteries. You can refresh a Prius for a grand or less all-in.

It's also fairly irrelevant to discuss the 4cyl surviving in a 2.5 ton vehicle, because the engine itself doesn't often take that load by itself. The engine likes to keep lower RPMs, where its peak torque is. It's not like these things are constantly in the higher ranges straining to move the truck.

The technical data and specs of the T24A are impressive. I know turbos are scary to the Toyota crowd, but they clearly learned a lot with their partnership with BMW. The T24A should be expected to be as reliable as the B48 (which has zero outstanding common issues btw) but with added redundancy and reduced complexity. It's a brilliant design. The turbo is cooled frankly more than it needs to be, and the engine itself is appropriately reinforced.

How much is it to replace batteries on a Landcruiser? Can it be done by the owner? Where do these batteries get thrown out at and how much will that cost?

 

[bennettlo]

How much is it to replace batteries on a Landcruiser? Can it be done by the owner? Where do these batteries get thrown out at and how much will that cost?

This dealer says generically $2-8k for Toyota hybrid replacement. I would assume $8k is for a larger battery system like a Prius. As these LC250s age, there will be 3rd parties doing the work for less. They do recycle Prius batteries today and I don't think the owner typically has to pay for that service.

https://www.beechmonttoyota.com/service/service-tips-tricks/hybrid-battery-cost/

 

[TakaraLC]

This dealer says generically $2-8k for Toyota hybrid replacement. I would assume $8k is for a larger battery system like a Prius. As these LC250s age, there will be 3rd parties doing the work for less. They do recycle Prius batteries today and I don't think the owner typically has to pay for that service.

https://www.beechmonttoyota.com/service/service-tips-tricks/hybrid-battery-cost/

Maybe for plug-in hybrid models. Standard hybrid Prius has a smaller battery than the LC, but it has a more powerful electric motor (160 vs 50 HP).

All in all, by the time these batteries need replacement, they will be significantly cheaper. An aftermarket battery for 1st gen Prius is around $1000. That is extremely cheap for something that last ~200k miles without any maintenance cost.

 

[jpto]

How much is it to replace batteries on a Landcruiser? Can it be done by the owner? Where do these batteries get thrown out at and how much will that cost?

My WAG is around $3K for an OEM battery in 10-15 years time.

DIY battery replacement is doable for someone who's handy & is cautious around high voltage connections. I took a peek at the service manual and it's similar to other Toyota hybrids, you need to remove the rear seats & cargo area interior panels and follow the proper procedures in terms of disconnecting the HV connections and wearing insulted gloves.

Disposing of the battery will likely be done through the dealer/battery vendor.