2023 TOYOTA VENZA HYBRID sport mode

892-1. Instrument cluster
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
*1: This light illuminates on the multi-informatio n display with a
message.
*2: Depending on the operating con- dition, the color and illuminat-
ing/flashing state of the light
change.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turned off.
*4: Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-cator turns on when the power
switch is turned to ON while the
Intuitive parking assist function is
on. It will turn off after a few sec-
onds.
*5: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON to
indicate that a system check is
being performed. They will turn
off after the hybr id system is on,
or after a few seconds. There
may be a malfunction in a sys-
tem if the lights do not turn on, or
turn off. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*6: This light illumi nates on the out-
side rear view mirrors.
*7: This light illuminates on the over- head console panel.
*8: When the outside temperature is approximately 37°F (3°C) or
lower, the indicator will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then
stay on.
■BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) out-
side rear view mirror indicators
In order to confirm operation, the
BSM outside rear view mirror indica-
tors illuminate in the turning the
BSM function/RCTA function on
(  P.278).
If the system is functioning correctly,
the BSM outside rear view mirror
indicators will turn off after a few
seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror
indicators do not illuminate or do not
turn off, there may be a malfunction
in the system. If this occurs, have
the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
EV drive mode indicator
(
 P.206)
Eco drive mode indicator
(  P.304)
Sport mode indicator
(  P.304)
“AIR BAG ON/OFF”
indicator
*5, 7 ( P.43)

1062-1. Instrument cluster
wheel in 6 steps from 0 to 5.
G-force display*
Displays the size and direction of
the G-force applied to the vehicle
via changes to the position of the
ball on the display.
Maximum G-force course*
This item is linke d with the G-force
display and the course of the past
movement of the ball is displayed.
Press and hold to reset the
record.
Wheel spin display
When a tire is spin ning, its icon on
the display change s its color and
blinks.
*: This item is displayed only when driving mode is set to sport mode.
The illustration used is intended as
an example, and may differ from
the image that is actually displayed
on the multi-info rmation display.
■Safety system status
Select to display the operational
status of the following systems:
 PCS (Pre-Collision System)
( P.239)
 Intuitive parking assist (if
equipped) ( P.287)
 BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
( P.277)
 RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic
Alert) ( P.277)
Vehicle settings and the content
displayed on the screen can be changed by using the meter
control switches.
■Setting procedure
1 Operate or of the
meter control switches and
select .
2 Operate or of the
meter control switches and
select the desired item.
• If the function is turned on and off or the volume, etc. is
changed on the setting
screen, the setting is changed
each time is pressed.
• For functions that allow oper- ation contents, display con-
tents, etc., of function to be
selected, the setting screen is
displayed by pressing and
holding . When the setting
screen is displayed, select the
setting or desired value (time,
etc.) with .
3 After changing the settings,
press of the meter control
switches.
■ LTA (Lane Tracing
Assist) ( P.250)
Select to set up the following
items.
 “Lane Center”
Select to enable /disable the lane
centering function.
 “Alert”
Select to set the alert type.
Settings display
B
C
D

2084-2. Driving procedures
*1: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, shift the shift lever
to D for normal driving.
*2: By selecting shift ranges using S mode, you can control accelerat-
ing force and engine braking
force.
■When driving with dynamic
radar cruise control with full-
speed range activated
Even when perform ing the following
actions with the intent of enabling
engine braking, engine braking will
not activate because dynamic radar
cruise control with full-speed range
will not be canceled.
●While driving in S mode, down-
shifting to 5 or 4. ( P.210)
●When switching th e driving mode
to sport mode while driving in D
position. ( P.304)
WARNING
■Caution while driving
When driving in EV drive mode,
pay special attention to the area
around the vehicle. Because
there is no engine noise, pedestri-
ans, people riding bicycles or
other people and vehicles in the
area may not be aware of the
vehicle starting off or approaching
them, so take extra care while
driving.
Hybrid transmission
Select the shift position
depending on your purpose
and situation.
Shift position purpose
and functions
Shift
positionObjective or function
P
Parking the vehi-
cle/starting the hybrid system
RReversing
NNeutral
DNormal driving*1
SS mode driving*2

3044-5. Using the driving support systems
Operate the driving mode select
switch forward or backward to
select the desired driving mode
on the multi-information display.Multi-information display
Driving mode select switch
1 Normal mode
Provides an optimal balance of fuel
economy, quietness, and dynamic
performance. Suitable for normal
driving.
2Sport mode
Controls the hybrid system to pro-
vide quick, powerful acceleration.
This mode also changes the steer-
ing feel, making it suitable for when
agile driving response is desired, such as when driving on roads with
many curves.
When Sport mode is selected,
Sport mode indicator comes on.
3
Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve
fuel economy through moderate
throttle characteristics and by con-
trolling the operation of the air con-
ditioning system (heating/cooling).
When Eco drive mode is selected,
Eco drive mode indicator comes
on.
■When the driving mode is
changed
The background color of the multi-
information display changes accord-
ing to the select ed driving mode.
■Operation of the air condition-
ing system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode con trols the heat-
ing/cooling operations and fan
speed of the air conditioning system
to enhance fuel efficiency. To
improve air conditioning perfor-
mance, perform the following opera-
tions:
●Turn off air conditioning eco mode
(  P.321, 330)
●Adjust the fan speed ( P.321,
329)
●Turn off Eco drive mode
■Automatic deactivation of a
driving mode
●Sport mode is automatically deac-
tivated and the driving mode
returns to normal mode when the
power switch is turned to OFF.
●Normal mode and Eco drive mode
are not deactivated until another
driving mode is selected. (Even if
the power switch is turned to OFF,
normal mode and Eco drive mode
will not be automatically deacti-
Driving mode select
switch
The driving modes can be
selected to suit the driving
and usage conditions.
Selecting a driving mode
A
B

Alphabetical Index543
Replacing light bulbs ............ 430
Side mirrors ............................ 181 Adjustment ........................... 181
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)..... 278
Folding ................................. 182
Heaters......................... 322, 330
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 430
Turn signal lever................... 212
Side windows ...... ................... 183
Smart key system ................... 154 Antenna location .................. 154
Entry functions ............. 137, 143
Starting the hybrid system.... 201
Warning message ................ 451
Snow tires ............................... 313
Spare tire Storage location ................... 457
Specifications ......................... 480
Speedometer ............................ 90
Sport mode ............................. 304
Steering wheel Adjustment ........................... 168
Driving position memory....... 163
Heated steering wheel ......... 337
Memory recall function ......... 164
Meter control switches . 101, 112
Power easy access system .. 162
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 430
Storage feature ....................... 343
Storage precautions .............. 343
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck 477
Suggestion function....... 110, 121
Sunshade ................................ 350
Sun visors ............................... 353
Switches “ODO TRIP” switch ................ 92
“SOS” button .......................... 65
Automatic High Beam switch 222
Brake hold switch ................. 217 Digital Rear-view Mirror control
switches..............................170
Door lock switch ...................140
Driving mode select switch ...304
Driving position memory switches..............................162
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ..........265
Electronic sunshade switch ..350
Emergency flashers switch...432
EV drive mode switch ...........206
Fog light switch .....................225
Garage door opener switches ...........................................364
Heated steering wheel..........337
Ignition switch (power switch) ...........................................201
Light switch...........................219
LTA switch ............................256
Meter control switches..101, 112
Outside rear v iew mirror
switches..............................181
Panoramic moon roof switches ...........................................350
Parking brake switch ............213
Power back door s witch .......144
Power door lock switch.........140
Power switch ........................201
Power window switch ...........183
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch...................................322, 330
Rear window wiper and washer switch .................................229
Seat adjustment ...................159
Seat heater switches ............338
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch .................................265
VSC OFF switch ...................306
Window lock switch ..............185
Windshield defogger switch 321, 330