fuel consumption TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID 2013 XX40 / 4.G Owners Manual

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Instrument cluster
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Switching the display
Items displayed can be
switched by pressing the
“DISP” button.
■Distance to empty
Displays the estimated maxi-
mum distance that can be
driven with the quantity of fuel
remaining.
• This distance is computed
based on your average fuel con-
sumption. As a result, the actual
distance that can be driven may
differ from that displayed.
• When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the dis-
play may not be updated.
When refueling, turn the power
switch off. If the vehicle is refu-
eled without turning the power
switch off, the display may not
be updated.
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Average fuel economy
Displays the average fuel con-
sumption since the function
was reset.
• The function can be reset by pressing and holding the “DISP”
button when the average fuel
consumption is displayed.
• Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.
Trip information

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Current fuel economy
Displays the current rate of fuel
consumption.
■Digital speedometer
Displays the current vehicle
speed.
This screen can be disabled in
the “Settings” screen. (
P. 98)
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Customizable items
Setting up the displays
ItemDefault settingCustomized setting
Digital speedometer On Off
Units (vehicles without a navigation
system) English Metric
Turn-by-turn navigation (vehicles with
a navigation system) On Off
EV indicator On Off

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Instrument cluster
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Navigation system (if equipped)
Press “INFO APPS”.
Touch “Fuel Consumption”
on the “Information” screen.
If the “Trip Information” or “Past
Record” screen is displayed,
touch “Energy”.
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Display Audio system (if equipped)
Press “INFO”.
If the “Trip Information” or “Past
Record” screen is displayed,
touch “Energy”.
Energy monitor
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1082. Instrument cluster
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
Navigation system
Press “INFO APPS”. (P. 103)
Touch “Fuel Consumption” on the information screen.
If “Energy Monitor” screen is di splayed, touch “Fuel Consumption”.
If “Past Record” 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
Regenerated energy in the past
15 minutes
One symbol indicates 50 Wh.
Up to 5 symbols are shown.
The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
Trip Information screen (Navigation system or Display Audio
system)
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Instrument cluster
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
Display Audio system
Press “INFO”. (P. 103)
If the “Energy Monitor” or “Past Re cord” 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
Regenerated energy in the past
15 minutes
One symbol indicates 30 Wh.
Up to 5 symbols are shown.
The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
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AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
Navigation system
Press “INFO APPS”. (P. 103)
Touch “Fuel Consumption” on the information screen.
If “Energy Monitor” screen is di splayed, touch “Fuel Consumption”.
If “Trip Information” screen is displayed, touch “Past Record”.
Best past fuel consumption
Update
The average fuel consumption and
graph are updated, and a new
average fuel consumption record
begins.
Average fuel consumption
Displays a maximum of five past
record of the average fuel con-
sumption.
The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
Past record screen (Navigation system or Display Audio system)
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Instrument cluster
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
Display Audio system
Press “INFO”. (P. 103)
If the “Energy Monitor” or “Trip In formation” screen is displayed, touch
“Past Record”.
Best past fuel consumption
Update
The average fuel consumption and
graph are updated, and a new
average fuel consumption record
begins.
Average fuel consumption
Displays a maximum of five past
record of the average fuel con-
sumption.
The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
■Resetting the consumption data
Selecting “Clear” on the “Trip Information” screen will reset the fuel consump-
tion and the regenerated energy for the past 15 minutes. Selecting “Clear” on
the “Past Record” screen will reset the past records and best past fuel con-
sumption. Selecting “Yes” on the following screen will confirm resetting of all
the data.
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2364-5. Using the driving support systems
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EV drive mode P. 1 8 9
Eco drive mode
Use Eco drive mode to help achi eve low fuel consumption during
trips that involve frequent accelerating.
When the “ECO” switch is pressed, the “ECO MODE” indicator comes on
in the instrument cluster and message is shown on the multi-information
display. To turn off Eco drive mode, press the “ECO” switch again.
Sport mode
Assists acceleration response by controlling the hybrid system.
Suitable for when precise handling is desirable, for example when
driving on mountain roads.
When the “SPORT” switch is pressed, the “SPORT” indicator comes on in
the instrument cluster. To turn off the sport mode, press the “SPORT”
switch again.
Driving mode select switch
The driving modes can be selected to suit driving condition.
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4-6. 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 (h eating/cooling) will be minimized, improving
the fuel economy. ( P. 236)
■Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. ( P. 94)
■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 slowing down.
■Delays
Repeated acceleration and decelerati on, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel consumption. Check traffic reports
before leaving and avoid delay s 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.
■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 br akes. A greater amount of elec-
trical energy can be retained when slowing down.
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological driv ing, pay attention to the fol-
lowing points:

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Driving
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Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when
necessary. 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 cons umption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline eng ine will not automatically cut out
until the gasoline engine and the in terior 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 infl ation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel consumption.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to poor fuel co nsumption. Use a tire that is
appropriate for the season.
■Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage can lead to poor fuel consumption. Avoid
carrying unnecessary luggage. Insta lling 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, fre-
quently driving short distances will cause the engine to repeatedly
warm up, which can lead to poor fuel consumption.