Driving Mode
When driving, your vehicle is propelled exclusively by the electric motor, exclusively by the petrol engine, or by a combination of the two. The system selects which propulsion source is most appropriate and automatically switches to it.
- Depending on the climate control system, High Voltage battery, and driving conditions, the engine will start and stop automatically.
Electric Vehicle (EV) driving mode
When parked or while driving at low speeds, the EV indicator comes on and the vehicle is powered only by the motor.
Hybrid (HV) driving mode
When driving under high load conditions (such as when accelerating or going uphill), the engine operates and runs the generator. The generator then provides that electricity to the motor to help to run the motor when driving. It also charges the High Voltage battery.
Engine (Direct Drive) driving mode
When driving at high speeds under light load conditions, the vehicle is powered mainly by the engine. Also depending on the situation, electricity from the High Voltage battery helps the motor run, or the motor acts as a generator that charges the High Voltage battery.
Regeneration driving mode
When the accelerator pedal is not being operated while decelerating or descending a hill, the motor acts as a generator and operates regenerative braking, and the electricity gained through regenerative braking is provided to the High Voltage battery.
- The regenerative braking feature works similarly to engine braking. The rate of deceleration can be changed by using the deceleration paddle selector.