■ Automatic cancelation of EV drive mode
When driving in EV drive mode, the gasoline engine may automatically restart in the
following situations. When EV drive mode is canceled, a buzzer will sound, the EV drive
mode indicator will go off after flashing, and a message is displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display.
● The hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes low.
The remaining battery level indicated in the "Energy Monitor" display is low.
● Vehicle speed is high.
● The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly or the vehicle is on a hill, etc.
■ Possible driving distance when driving in EV drive mode
EV drive mode's possible driving distance ranges from a few hundred meters to approxi-
mately 0.6 mile (1 km). However, depending on vehicle conditions, there are situations
when EV drive mode cannot be used.
(The distance that is possible depends on the hybrid battery [traction battery] level and
driving conditions.)
■ Fuel economy
The hybrid system is designed to achieve the best possible fuel economy during normal
driving (using the gasoline engine and electric motor [traction motor]). Driving in EV
drive mode more than necessary may lower fuel economy.
WARNING
When driving in EV drive mode, pay special attention to the area around the vehicle.
Because there is no engine noise, pedestrians, people riding bicycles or other people and
vehicles in the area may not be aware of the vehicle starting off or approaching them, so
take extra care while driving. Therefore, take extra care while driving even if the acoustic
vehicle alerting system is active.
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