Chuck Gould wrote:


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Based on our experience with the 400H, I can attest that driving
habits and style make an enormous difference in the mileage realized
with a hybrid, just as they do with an orthodox gasoline car. My wife
gets about 3 mpg less than I do, and it's primarily because her style
reflects her "type A" personality. :-)


Chuck,
My concern has always been the life of the batteries. They are guessing
they are good for 100,000 and then it will cost $5000 to replace them,
which I would assume would have a major impact on their resale value.

Have you heard any new info about the life and cost to replace the
batteries?