EV driving range The EV driving range displayed on the multi-information display shows the reference distance that EV driving (driving using only the electric motor) is possible, and the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed. Even if the EV driving range is displayed, EV driving may be canceled and both gasoline engine and electric motor are used depending on the situation. (Gasoline engine operation in EV mode or AUTO EV/HV mode) Displayed value The value displayed on the SOC (State of Charge) gauge (Gauges and meters (with 7-inch display) - Meter display, Gauges and meters (with 12.3-inch display) - Meter display) is estimated from the following information. The amount of hybrid battery (traction battery) charge currently remaining The electricity consumption (the estimated distance that EV driving is possible per unit of electrical energy) based on the recorded value Past air conditioning system electricity consumption amount The electricity consumption varies depending on how the vehicle is driven. The vehicle automatically records the electricity consumption when being charged and uses the electricity consumption for estimating the EV driving range. Therefore, the EV driving range displayed when the hybrid battery (traction battery) is fully charged may differ from the previous EV driving range depending on how the vehicle was driven. The EV driving range may change significantly with each charging until the electricity consumption based on the recorded value is stable (for approximately the first month or two). However, this does not indicate a malfunction. When the air conditioning system is turned on, the EV driving range (with using the air conditioning system) is estimated based on the past air conditioning electricity consumption amount considering that the electricity consumption may become higher. Tips for extending the EV driving range The distance that EV driving is possible varies significantly depending on how the vehicle is driven, road conditions, the weather, the outside temperature, usage conditions of electrical components and the number of occupants. The distance that EV driving is possible can be extended if the following is performed: When starting off, depress the accelerator pedal smoothly to accelerate As a guide, accelerate up to approximately 12mph (20 km/h) in the first 5 seconds. Electrical and fuel efficiency can be improved just by using the ECO Accelerator Guidance displayed on the multi-information display and taking care to start off gently. (ECO Accelerator Guidance/“Eco Score”ECO Accelerator Guidance“Eco Score”) When the driving mode is set to Eco drive mode, depressing the accelerator pedal generates smooth torque that makes it easier to operate the accelerator gently. At the same time, the air conditioning control is switched to eco air conditioning mode (Eco air conditioning mode) to reduce the strength of the air conditioning operation. Maintain sufficient vehicle-to-vehicle distance and do not accelerate or decelerate unnecessarily Try to maintain a fixed speed while driving. Driving at a short vehicle-to-vehicle distance will result in repeating wasteful acceleration and deceleration, which will worsen the electrical and fuel efficiency. Release the accelerator pedal early before stopping the vehicle, such as at a traffic light The regenerative brake will operate to convert the kinetic energy of the vehicle into electrical energy, which will charge the hybrid battery (traction battery). The regeneration status can be checked from the Hybrid System Indicator. (Hybrid System Indicator) When the brake pedal is depressed lightly during deceleration, the regeneration amount increases, enabling more electrical energy to be recovered. If the brake pedal is depressed too strongly, the recovered amount indicator will reach the maximum level and the upper limit of the recoverable energy will be exceeded. Therefore, be sure to operate the brake pedal early. Use the air conditioning system appropriately, and also utilize the heated steering wheel (if equipped) and seat heaters In EV mode, the vehicle is cooled and heated by electrical energy. (Except in extremely cold temperatures of approximately 14°F (-10°C) or less.) Preventing excessive cooling or heating of the vehicle will reduce power consumption and improve electrical efficiency. When eco air conditioning mode is used, the air conditioning control is switched automatically to a lower setting. (Eco air conditioning mode) The heated steering wheel (if equipped) and seat heaters are efficient heating device that directly warm the body using less electric power. When used together with the air conditioning system, a low temperature setting can be used to improve electrical and fuel efficiency. Check the tire pressure If the tire pressure is lower than the specified value, it will worsen the electrical and fuel efficiency. A pressure level 7 psi (50 kPa, 0.5 kgf/cm² or bar) lower than the specified value will cause a worsening of several percentage points. When driving on highways, use the EV/HV mode selection switch to drive in HV mode The power consumption will increase significantly if the vehicle is driven in EV mode on highways. Do not load unnecessary objects in the vehicle Driving with objects weighing 220 lb. (100 kg) in the vehicle will worsen the electrical and fuel efficiency by approximately 3%. Air resistance also greatly affects electrical and fuel efficiency. Remove any exterior accessories such as a roof luggage carrier when they are not being used. The running resistance of snow tires is high and they will worsen electrical and fuel efficiency. Replace them with standard tires as soon as they are no longer needed. Know your vehicle’s electrical and fuel efficiency If you know your vehicle’s daily electrical and fuel efficiency, you will understand the benefits of Eco drive. Use the Power Consumption/Fuel Economy, ECO Accelerator Guidance/“ Eco Score” and other data displayed on the multi-information display. Display when charging is completed The following indicate that charging has been carried out properly. The charging indicator of the charging port turns off “ Charging Complete” is displayed on the multi-information display when a door is opened with the power switch off (After charging is complete) Regardless of the type of power source or whether the charging schedule function is used, charging is completed if the above can be confirmed. Charging-related messages: When charging-related message is displayed