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1Normal mode/Custom mode
Normal mode and custom mode are
selected by pressing the driving mode
select switch. Each time the switch is
pressed, the driving mode changes
between normal mode and custom
mode.
When normal mode is selected, the
normal mode indicator comes on.
When custom mode is selected, the
custom mode indicator comes on.
Press the switch to change the driving
mode to normal mode when not in nor-
mal mode.
•Normal mode Provides an optimal balance of fuel
economy, quietness, and dynamic
performance. Suitab le for city driv-
ing.
When the shift position is in D, an
appropriate gear for sporty driving
may automatically be selected
according to driver performance and
driving conditions.
•Custom mode Allows you to drive with the powertrain, chassis and air co nditioning system functions
set to your preferred settings. Custom mode settings can only be changed on the
drive mode customization display of the Center Display.
2Comfort mode
By controlling the suspension, riding comfort is further enhanced. Suitable for city driv-
ing.
When not in comfort mode and the driving mo de select switch is turned backward, the
comfort mode indicator comes on.
Driving Mode Select Switch
The driving modes can be select ed to suit driving condition.
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3Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an eco-friendly ma nner and improve fuel economy
through moderate throttle ch aracteristics and by controlling the operation of the air
conditioning system (heating/cooling).
When in comfort mode, if the driving mode select switch is turned backward, the Eco
drive mode indicator comes on.
4Sport mode
• Sport S mode Controls the hybrid system to provide quick, powerful acceleration. This mode is suit-
able for when agile driving response is de sired, such as when driving on roads with
many curves.
When not in Sport S mode, if the driving mode select switch is turned forward, the
Sport S mode indicator comes on.
• Sport S+ mode Helps to ensure steering performance and driving stability by simultaneously con-
trolling the steering and suspension in addition to the hybrid system. Suitable for
sportier driving.
When in Sport S mode, if the driving mode se lect switch is turned forward, the Sport
S+ mode indicator comes on.
