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Normal mode
Suitable for normal driving.
When  normal  mode  is  selected,  the  “ECO  MODE”  and  “PWR  MODE”
indicators turn off.
Power mode
Suitable  for  when  crisp  handling  and  enhanced  accelerator
response are desired, such as when driving on mountainous roads .
When  power  mode  is  selected,  the “PWR MODE”  indicator  will  illuminate
on the main display.
Eco drive mode
Suitable  for  driving  that  impro ves  fuel  economy  by  generating
torque  in  response  to  accelerator  pedal  operations  more  smoothl y
than in normal mode.
When Eco drive mode is selected, the “ECO MODE” indicator will  illumi-
nate on the main display.
While  the  air  conditioning  is  being  used,  the  system  automatically
switches to air conditioning eco mode (P. 439, 449), allowing for driv-
ing that leads to even better fuel economy.
■ The driving mode after turning the power switch off
The  driving  mode  will  not  be  changed  automatically  until  the  switch  is
pressed, even if the power switch is turned off.
■ Switching the driving mode when in EV drive mode
P. 253
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4-6. Driving tips
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Driving
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
◆Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the accel-
erator  pedal  depression  amount   can  be  generated  more  smoothly
than  it  is  in  normal  conditions.  In  addition,  the  operation  of  the  air
conditioning  system  (heating/coo ling)  will  be  minimized,  improving
the fuel economy. ( P. 347)
◆Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The  Eco-friendly  driving  is  possible  by  keeping  the  Hybrid  Syst em
Indicator within Eco area. ( P. 129)
◆Shift position operation
Shift the shift position to D when stopped at a traffic light,  or driving
in heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift position to P when parkin g. When
using  the  N,  there  is  no  positiv e  effect  on  fuel  consumption.  In  the
N,  the  gasoline  engine  operates  but  electricity  cannot  be  gener -
ated. Also, when using the air conditioning system, etc., the h ybrid
battery (traction batt ery) power is consumed.
◆Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation
●Drive  your  vehicle  smoothly.  Avoid  abrupt  acceleration  and
deceleration.  Gradual  accelerat ion  and  deceleration  will  make
more  effective  use  of  the  electric  motor  (traction  motor)  witho ut
having to use gaso line engine power.
● Avoid  repeated  acceleration.  Repeated  acceleration  consumes
hybrid battery (tracti on battery) power, resulting in poor fuel  con-
sumption.  Battery  power  can  be  restored  by  driving  with  the
accelerator pedal slightly released.
For  economical  and  ecological  dri ving,  pay  attention  to  the  fol-
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6397-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■Replacing a flat tire
●Do  not  touch  the  disc  wheels  or  the  area  around  the  brakes  immedi-
ately after the vehi cle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area  around
the brakes will be extremely hot.  Touching these areas with hands, feet
or other body parts while changin g a tire, etc. may result in burns.
●Failure  to  follow  these  precautions  could  cause  the  wheel  nuts  to
loosen and the t ire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
• Have  the  wheel  nuts  tightened  with  a  torque  wrench  to  76  ft•lb f
(103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
• When  installing  a  tire,  only  use  wheel  nuts  that  have  been  spe cifi-
cally designed for that wheel.
• If  there  are  any  cracks  or  defo rmations  in  the  bolt  screws,  nut
threads  or  bolt  holes  of  the  wheel,  have  the  vehicle  inspected  by
your Toyota dealer.
• When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install the wheel n uts with
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When trouble arises
Lower the vehicle.
Firmly  tighten  each  wheel  nut
two  or  three  times  in  the  order
shown in the illustration.
Tightening torque:
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
For  vehicles  with  the  wheel
ornament:  When  reinstalling  an
original wheel or installing a full-
size  spare  tire,  reinstall  the
wheel ornament.
*
Align  the  cutout  of  the  wheel
ornament  with  the  valve  stem  as
shown.
*: The  wheel  ornament  cannot  be
installed  on  the  compact  spare
tire.
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
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6678-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Fuel
2WD modelsAWD models
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity 
(Reference)11.4 gal. 
(43 L, 9.5 Imp.gal.)10.6 gal. 
(40 L, 8.8 Imp.gal.)
Electric motor (traction motor)
FrontRear (AWD models)
Ty p ePermanent  magnet
synchronous motorPermanent  induc-
tion motor
Maximum output53 kW5.3 kW
Maximum torque120.2 ft•lbf (163 N•m, 
16.6 kgf•m)40.6 ft•lbf (55 N•m, 
5.6 kgf•m)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
2WD modelsAWD models
Ty p eLithium-ion batteryNickel-Metal  hydride
battery
Vol t a ge3.7 V/cell7.2 V/module
Capacity4.0 Ah6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity56 cells28 modules
Nominal voltage207.2 V201.6 V 
     
        
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8-1. Specifications
■Vehicles without spare tire
15-inch tires (except ZVW51L-AHXBBA model*)
*: Checking your vehicle’s model:  P.   6 6 5
15-inch tires (for ZVW51L-AHXBBA model*)
*: Checking your vehicle’s model:  P.   6 6 5
17-inch tires
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels
Tire size195/65R15 91S
Tire inflation pressure 
(Recommended cold 
tire inflation pressure)Front36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar)
SpareNone
Wheel size15   6 1/2J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire size195/65R15 91S
Tire inflation pressure 
(Recommended cold 
tire inflation pressure)Front39 psi (270 kPa, 2.7 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2 or bar)
SpareNone
Wheel size15   6 1/2J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire sizeP215/45R17 87V
Tire inflation pressure 
(Recommended cold 
tire inflation pressure)Front33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
SpareNone
Wheel size17   7J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m) 
     
        
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Vehicle specifications
■Vehicles with spare tire
15-inch tires (Type A)
15-inch tires (Type B)
Tire size195/65R15 91S, 
T125/70D17 98M (spare)
Tire inflation pressure 
(Recommended cold 
tire inflation pressure)Front36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Spare60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Wheel size15  6 1/2J, 17   4T(spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire size195/65R15 91H
Tire inflation pressure 
(Recommended cold 
tire inflation pressure)Front32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Spare32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Wheel size15   6 1/2J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)