V3 pre-orders will be fulfilled within 1 to 2 months
Say goodbye to the old and refurbished NiMH battery, replace and upgrade to the brand new NexPower battery pack with better performance
This NexPower pack will fit the following vehicles:
- 2004~2009 Prius Gen2
Warranty: 2 years if installed by certified installer, otherwise 1 year, unlimited mileage
note: final product color will be in satin black
How does the NexPower V3 differ from the V3 GT?
If your primary concern isn't maximizing MPG and you want a reliable, easy-to-install battery that will last a long time, the standard V3 is your best bet. However, if you enjoy heavy acceleration and still want to achieve the best MPG while maintaining longevity, the V3 GT is the perfect choice.
A more technical explanation:
The standard V3 uses cylindrical sodium-ion battery cells with a much bigger capacity at 9.85Ah to compensate for the higher internal resistance (IR). In contrast, the V3 GT has a lower capacity of 7Ah but features ultra-low IR, resulting in higher efficiency and lower battery temperatures, which is beneficial for drivers with a heavy foot.
In-depth comparison chart between different type of battery chemistry:
How NexPower V3 GT gives more MPG?
This is called SOC (state of charge) manipulation, NexPower V3 GT battery runs at a higher voltage range and keep the SOC above 60%, when the SOC is above 60%, the hybrid controller works harder to discharge the battery by using more battery power (and less gasoline) even during normal cruise. This power increases to around 30A (~6kW) at 70% SOC. Checkout following link for more detail: eea-phev.org , however, if the SOC exceed 80% will result in engine kick-in to dissipate the extra energy, this is a safety feature from Toyota and it will actually reduce the fuel efficiency, therefore charging the battery to over 80% SOC using force charging method or external grid charger won't actually give you any better MPG.
What is the expected MPG improvement?
Most customers report a combined city and highway MPG gain of around 10%. However, your mileage may vary, so this is not a guaranteed figure.
Why do we not guarantee MPG improvement?
Please understand that fuel efficiency is highly depend on driving style, vehicle condition and whether condition, we cannot guarantee MPG improvement in your specific case, as YMMV.
Why should I choose the NexPower V3 Sodium-ion over Toyota's stock NiMH?
The NexPower V3 pack offers better fuel efficiency and a more competitive price compared to the stock NiMH. While Toyota’s NiMH has an excellent track record, any installation mistakes can leave you without a second chance or the exceptional tech support that NexPower provides. Additionally, Toyota only offers a one-year warranty for DIYers.
Can NexPower battery turn my Prius into a Tesla fast?
No, even with V3 GT sodium-ion battery with ultra low internal resistance, your car is still Prius slow, please set your expectation appropriately.