Considering buying an 07 Camry hybrid. Does the Camry hybrid use the same HV battery as the Prius?

Discussion in 'Toyota Hybrids and EVs' started by ocp, May 2, 2014.

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    I bought my wife a used 06 Prius and I like it and was looking to buy one for myself as a commuter. Does the Camry hybrid use the same battery as the Prius Gen II, just in case I ever need to replace some cells? There are a ton of DIY videos on replacing battery cells on a Prius but nothing on the Camry.
     
    #1 ocp, May 2, 2014
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    They are both NiMH batteries. The cells should be the same. At least, I can't think of any reason why Toyota would use incompatiable cells for the models.
     
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    the battery is larger, but i don't know what cell size is.
     
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    The modules are the same but there are 34 vs 28 in the Prius. The battery pack in the TCH is huge because it has several relays and computers attached to it. It is a lot more difficult to disassemble the TCH battery pack.
     
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