Subaru tops reliablity charts from Consumer Reports

[b4wantab]

Originally Posted by dwf137

I've heard this multiple times from prius and camry hybrid owners, so assuming they're all the same. If the battery dies, the car won't start, it tells you to check the hybrid system and you gotta tow it to get it fixed. quick google search confirms.

aaand that's part of the reason why I didn't get a hybrid highlander.

Interesting. I didn't look too much at the Rav. We ended up with a CRV AWD hybrid. It has an old-school drive shaft to the rear diff. At certain speeds and loads the engine is directly connected to the diffs. Great vehicle.

Peace,

Greg