Disclaimer: I have never driven a hybrid.
I had a 2012 Nissan Leaf from Feb 2015-November 2018. I drove < 40 miles/day, 10,000 miles/year. We are a 2 car household with a gas, and then plug-in hybrid, for longer trips.
I no longer have a 2012 Nissan Leaf because the battery could not do my entire commute on very cold (< 20F) days. The lower control arms needed to be replaced ($1200 at the dealer, $900 at a local shop). And it was going to need new tires in the Spring.
I now have a 2019 Nissan Leaf. With triple the range of that old degraded battery, it is very freeing. I did debate buying a 2013 or newer Leaf - the battery is supposedly much better - but was talked out of it. If you can pick up maybe a 2015, consider it.
To the point about lower maintenance: Yes, there are no oil changes and they're generally maintenance free. My hood refused to open because the latch mechanism had rusted; THAT'S how infrequently it's used. On the flip-side, when maintenance is needed it is pricier because my local shop won't touch it. My brakes had issues and that ended up being involved and expensive.