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Instrument cluster
■History
If a screen other than “History” is displayed, select “History”.
Best recorded fuel consump-
tion
Latest fuel consumption
Previous fuel consumption
record
Displays the daily average fuel
consumption. (Instead of the
date, “Trip 1” through “Trip 5” will
be displayed.)
Updating the latest fuel consumption data
Resetting the history data
The average fuel consumption history is divided by color into p ast
averages and the average fuel con sumption since the last updated.
Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.
The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual
conditions.
■ Updating the history data
Update the latest fuel consumption by selecting “Update” to mea sure the cur-
rent fuel consumption again.
■ Resetting the data
The fuel consumption data can be deleted by selecting “Clear”.
■ 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 consumptio n. As a
result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.
■ Home screen
The average fuel consumption and distance to empty can be displ ayed on the
home screen of the multimedia system screen.
For details of the home screen, refer to the “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’ S MAN-
UAL”.
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2. Instrument cluster
Energy monitor/consumption screen
(vehicles with 11.6-inch display)
Navigation system screen
“MENU” button
The energy monitor can be used to check the vehicle drive statu s,
hybrid system operation status and energy regeneration status.
■Display procedure
Press the “MENU” button.
Select “Info” on the screen.
Select “Energy” on the “Information” screen.
Press the “HOME” button and select “Info” on the screen. You ca n
select “Energy”.
The state of the hybrid system can be viewed on the navigation
system screen.
The energy monitor and fuel consumption screen can also be
displayed on the multi- information display.
For information regarding the mu lti-information display, refer to P. 124.
System components
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Energy monitor
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Instrument cluster
■Display procedurePress the “MENU” button.
Select “Info” on the screen.
Select “Past Recor d” on the “Information” screen.
Press the “HOME” button and select “Info” on the screen. You ca n
select “Past Record”.
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Trip information
If a screen other than “Trip Information” is displayed, select “Trip
Information”.
Previous fuel consumption
per minute
Current fuel consumption
Reset the trip information
data
Regenerated energy in the
past 15 minutes
One symbol indicates 30
Wh.
Up to 5 symbols are shown.
“Past Record” screen appears
Cruising range
Elapsed time
Average vehicle speed
Average fuel consumption for the past 15 minutes is divided by
color into past averages and averages attained since the power
switch was last turned to ON mode.
Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.
The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual
conditions.
Consumption screen
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■Past record
If a screen other than “Past Record” is displayed, select “Past
Record”.Best recorded fuel consump-
tion
Average fuel consumption
Current fuel consumption
Previous fuel consumption
record
Reset the past record data
Update the past record data
“Trip Information” screen appears
The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual
conditions.
■ Updating the past record data
Update the latest fuel consumption by selecting “Update” to mea sure the cur-
rent fuel consumption again.
Also, the average fuel consumption displayed in the multi-infor mation display
will be reset at the same time.
■ Resetting the data
The fuel consumption data can be deleted by selecting “Clear”.
■ 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 consumptio n. As a
result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.
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4-6. Driving tips
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. 342)
◆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-
lowing points:
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Driving
◆When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slow-
ing down.
◆Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits a t
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic re ports
before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When drivi ng
in a traffic jam, gently release the brake pedal to allow the v ehicle to
move forward slightly while avoiding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
◆Highway driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before st op-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to releas e the
accelerator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of el ec-
trical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient tempe rature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air
conditioning system and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasolin e engine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehicle are warm, it will cons ume fuel.
Also, fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of t he
heater.
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◆Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to poor fuel economy. Use tires that are app ro-
priate for the season.
◆Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage will lead to poor fuel economy. Avoid carry-
ing unnecessary luggage. Installing a large roof rack will also cause
poor fuel economy.
◆Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically
when cold, warming up the engine is unnecessary. Moreover, fre-
quently driving short distances will cause the engine to repeat edly
warm up, which can lead to excess fuel consumption.
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Interior features
■Manually turning front seat concentrated airflow mode on/off
In front seat concentrated airflow mode, directing airflow to t he front
seats only and to all seats can be switched via switch operatio n.
When the mode has been switched manually, automatic airflow
control stops operating.
Press on the air conditioning operation panel and switch
the airflow.
● Indicator illuminated: Airflow to the front seats only
● Indicator off: Airfl ow to all the seats
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode and recirculated air mode
each time is pressed.
The indicator illuminates when the recirculated air mode is
selected.
■
Air conditioning eco mode
The air conditioning system is c ontrolled with low fuel consumption
prioritized such as re ducing fan speed, etc.
Press .
The air conditioning eco mode switches between on and off each time
is pressed.
“ECO” is displayed in the air conditioning control panel displa y when the
air conditioning eco mode is on.
Other functions