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Can I leave my 2023 hybrid Toyota Corolla for a week at the airport?
I will need to park my 2023 Toyota Corolla 1.8 at an Airport Carpark in October for 7 days. Will there be a problem with the battery (starting) when I return? Are there any precautions I should take before I park my car?
I have read somewhere that hybrids don’t like to be left parked up for long periods.
I have read somewhere that hybrids don’t like to be left parked up for long periods.
Asked on 8 September 2023 by Tony
Answered by
David Ross
Although hybrids have both a drive battery and a 12V battery, only the 12V battery is required to hold charge in order to be able to start the car. On a new car such as yours with a healthy 12V battery, you could leave the car parked for several months without any issues.
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