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redpoint5 · 07-18-2023, 05:40 PM

Why would your 4 year old car be nearing end of life?

My newest vehicle is 17 years old... that said my parent's '12 Prius is nearing end of life due to the battery degradation.

I absolutely loved the Gen III Prius. I'm sure the newer ones are great as well.

07-18-2023, 05:40 PM	#2 (permalink)
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