3 years ago I bought a Prius vintage 2000 with 60000 km. 3 years later, cell 13 of 19 of the hybrid battery gave up the spirit. Of course, the 8-year warranty, which Toyota gives on the battery, expired. The car mechanic thinks that one must either buy a new battery, about 4000 SFr., or install a battery of an accident car. Admittedly, I now have doubts about the hybrid technology. Should the life of the battery be around 10 years Is this a fundamental problem with Prius? Are there other Prius owners who have experienced similar problems, or is this a Monday car? Pascal