2013 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS fuel consumption

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system features ......... 38
Hybrid system precautions ... 43
Energy monitor/consumption
screen ................................. 49
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 58
1-2. Key information
Keys ...................................... 61
1-3. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Smart entry & start system ... 64
Wireless remote control ........ 87
Side doors............................. 89
Back door.............................. 92
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ............................ 98
Second seats ...................... 102
Third seats .......................... 108
Head restraints ................... 112
Seat belts ............................ 115
Steering wheel .................... 125
Inside rear view mirror ........ 126
Outside rear view mirrors.... 1281-5. Opening and closing
the windows
Power windows .................. 130
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................... 134
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ............ 138
Double locking system ....... 143
Alarm .................................. 145
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ....... 151
SRS airbags ....................... 153
Airbag manual on-off
system.............................. 166
Child restraint systems ....... 168
Installing child restraints ..... 179
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1Before driving
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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system features ....... 38
Hybrid system
precautions ....................... 43
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ......... 49
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips .................................... 58
1-2. Key information
Keys.................................... 61
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart entry & start
system .............................. 64
Wireless remote control ...... 87
Side doors .......................... 89
Back door ........................... 921-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats .......................... 98
Second seats .................... 102
Third seats ........................ 108
Head restraints ................. 112
Seat belts .......................... 115
Steering wheel .................. 125
Inside rear view mirror ...... 126
Outside rear view
mirrors ............................ 128
1-5. Opening and closing the
windows
Power windows ................. 130
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap .................................. 134
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ........... 138
Double locking system ...... 143
Alarm ................................ 145
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ..... 151
SRS airbags...................... 153
Airbag manual on-off
system ............................ 166
Child restraint systems ..... 168
Installing child restraints ... 179

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Trip information screen
“touch screen”
Press “CAR”.
If the “Energy monitor” screen is displayed, touch “Trip information”.
Fuel consumption in the past
15 minutes
Displays the average vehicle
speed since the hybrid system
was started
Displays the elapsed time
since the hybrid system was
started
Cruising range (P. 57)
Regenerated energy in the
past 15 minutes
One symbol indicates 30 Wh. Up
to 4 symbols are shown.
The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.

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PRIUS +_OM_OM47841E_(EE)Navigation system
Press “CAR”.
If the “Energy monitor” screen is displayed, touch “Fuel consumption”.
Fuel consumption in the past
15 minutes
Regenerated energy in the
past 15 minutes
One symbol indicates 30 Wh. Up
to 4 symbols are shown.
Displays the average vehicle
speed since the hybrid system
was started
Displays the elapsed time
since the hybrid system was
started
Cruising range (P. 57)
The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.

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Resetting the consumption data
“touch screen”
Selecting “Clear” on the “Trip information” screen will reset the fuel con-
sumption and the regenerated energy for the past 15 minutes.
Selecting “Yes” on the following screen will confirm resetting of all the data.
Navigation system
Selecting “Clear” on the “Trip information” screen will reset the fuel con-
sumption and the regenerated energy for the past 15 minutes.
Selecting “Yes” on the following screen will confirm resetting of all the data.
Cruising range
Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quan-
tity of fuel remaining.
This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption.
As a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that dis-
played.

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Hybrid vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following
points:
Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the
accelerator pedal depression amount can be generated more
smoothly than it is in normal conditions. In addition, the opera-
tion of the air conditioning system (heating/cooling) will be mini-
mized, improving the fuel economy. (P. 218)
Use of Hybrid System Indicator
Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. (P. 235)
When braking the vehicle
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in good time. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be retained when slow-
ing down.
Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel consumption. Check traffic
reports before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible.
When encountering a delay, gently release the brake pedal to
allow the vehicle to move forward slightly while avoiding overuse
of the accelerator pedal. Doing so can help control excessive
gasoline consumption.

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Highway driving
Control your speed and keep at a constant speed. Also, before
stopping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release
the accelerator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of
electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.
Air conditioning on/off
Switch the air conditioning ( ) to off when it is not needed.
Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: In high temperatures, use the recirculated air mode.
Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air conditioner
and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut
out until the gasoline engine and the interior of the vehicle are
warm, it will consume fuel. Also, fuel consumption can be
improved by avoiding overuse of the heater.
Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently.
Improper tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel consump-
tion.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use
on dry roads can lead to poor fuel consumption. Use a tire that is
appropriate for the season.

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Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage can lead to poor fuel consumption.
Avoid carrying unnecessary luggage. Installing a large roof rack
can also cause poor fuel consumption.
Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically
when cold, warming up the engine is unnecessary. Moreover,
frequently driving short distances will cause the engine to
repeatedly warm up, which can lead to poor fuel consumption.