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I disagree. I've had a 12-year-old Prius that needed a battery, a $2,000 California compliant catalytic convereter, and a new engine block. And after fixing all that the $2,000 brake actuator would have likely been the next to go. So get ready to drop over $10,000 on a 12-year-old Prius.
The point is cars are becoming more and more disposable. I used to think I'd just keep my cars for as long as possible. The radio has gone out twice in the Avalon, and the only way I can figure out how to fix it is take it to the dealer for a $200 repair. I'm not doing that again! I can live without a radio. But once other things start dying then it's time for another car. And with the way used car prices are, and who knows when they'll start going down, you're better off with a brand new car.
I guess the question is if the Bolt or the Prius will bite the dust first. Who knows. BEV's are required to have something like an 8-year warranty on their batteries. I have not seen the aftermarket battery market make anything worthwhile. When you need a battery it's got to be OEM unless you're planning on selling the vehicle before the end of the week. Having recalls could actually be a good thing as you get a new battery years into the life of the vehicle. Oh! And Toyota no longer sells batteries for 13-year-old and older Prii.
It's getting to where you buy a new car and sell it once the warranty is out, even if it is a Toyota. At that rate the main things are the initial cost and fuel and maintenance costs. Under those terms the Bolt will likely win.
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