fuel consumption TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN 2013 Owners Manual

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■When in HV mode
The vehicle can be used in the same way as a standard hybrid
vehicle.
In HV mode, controls are primarily carried out as follows in
accordance with the driving conditions.
●The gasoline engine stops when the vehicle is stopped.
●During start off, the electric motor (traction motor) drives the
vehicle.
●During normal driving, the gasoline engine and electric motor
(traction motor) are controlled effectively, and the vehicle is
driven with optimum fuel efficiency. A l s o , w h e n n e c e s s a r y, t h e
electric motor (traction motor) operates as an electrical gener-
ator to charge the hybrid battery (traction battery).
●When the accelerator pedal is depressed heavily, drive force
from both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction
motor) is used to accelerate.
■When braking (regenerative braking)
The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery
(traction battery).
The EV driving range can be extended by actively using this
regenerative braking to store electricity in the hybrid battery
(traction battery).
Moreover, as fuel consumption is also reduced when in HV
mode, the regenerative braking system can be used effectively.

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Consumption screen
Display Audio system
Press “CAR”.
If the “Energy Monitor” screen is displayed, touch “Consumption”.
Fuel consumption in the past
30 minutes
Cruising range (→P. 6 6 )
Regenerated energy in the
past 30 minutes
One symbol indicates 30 Wh. Up
to 4 symbols are shown.
The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
Navigation system
Press “INFO APPS” or “INFO”.
To u c h “ F u e l C o n s u m p t i o n ” o n the “Information” screen.
If the “Energy Monitor” screen is displayed, touch “Fuel Consump-
tion”.
Fuel consumption in the past
30 minutes
Regenerated energy in the
past 30 minutes
One symbol indicates 30 Wh. Up
to 4 symbols are shown.
Cruising range (→P. 6 6 )
The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
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Multi-information display
Press the “DISP” button to dis-
play the 5-minute or 1-minute
fuel consumption display.
Press and hold the “DISP” button
to switch between 5-minute and
1-minute fuel consumption dis-
plays.
The display will alternate with
each press of the button.
5-minute interval fuel consumption
Fuel consumption
Displays the average fuel con-
sumption for the last 30 minutes
in intervals of 5 minutes or the
last 15 minutes in intervals of 1
minute.
Regenerated energy
Displays the amount of energy
generated over the last 30 min-
utes in intervals of 5 minutes or
the last 15 minutes in intervals of
1 minute.
One symbol indicates 50 Wh (5-
minute interval display) or 30 Wh
(1-minute interval display).
Up to 8 symbols are shown.
1-minute interval fuel
consumption

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EV indicator*1
Eco Driving Indicator Light*1
Average speed*2
Average fuel consumption*2
Use the displayed average fuel
consumption as a reference.
*1: →P. 2 6 8
*2:The current amount since the trip
meter was reset will be displayed.
These functions can be reset by
pressing and holding the “TRIP”
button when either the 5-minute
or 1-minute interval fuel con-
sumption display is being shown.

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Monthly fuel consumption record (multi-information display
only)
Press the “DISP” button to dis-
play the monthly fuel consump-
tion record.
Displays the average fuel consumption for the previous 6 months.
Average fuel consumption for
the previous 6 months
EV indicator*
Eco Driving Indicator Light*
Driving distance for each
month
*:→P. 2 6 8

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■Remaining hybrid battery (traction battery) charge display
The remaining charge display of the hybrid battery (traction battery) icon on
the multi-information display switches in accordance with the remaining
charge. (→P. 6 0 )
■Resetting the consumption data
Display Audio system
Selecting “Clear” on the “Consumption” screen will reset the fuel consump-
tion and the regenerated energy for the past 30 minutes.
Selecting “Yes” on the following screen will confirm resetting of all the data.
Navigation system
Selecting “Clear” on the “Consumption” screen will reset the fuel consump-
tion and the regenerated energy for the past 30 minutes.
Selecting “Yes” on the following screen will confirm resetting of all the data.
Multi-information display
If the “POWER” switch is turned OFF, average fuel consumption and regen-
erated energy data will be reset.
■EV driving range display
When in EV mode or when necessary charge is remaining for EV mode, the
EV driving range can also be confirmed using the Hybrid System Indicator.
(→P. 2 6 8 )
■Resetting the monthly fuel consumption
Press and hold the “TRIP” button while the monthly fuel consumption is dis-
played.
A confirmation message will be displayed.
Press and hold the “TRIP” button to reset the data.
Press the “DISP” button to cancel the reset operation. The screen will return
to the previous display if no buttons are pressed for approximately 10 sec-
onds.

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■Cruising range
Displays the estimated distance that can be driven with the quantities of fuel
and hybrid battery (traction battery) charge currently remaining.
This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption.
As a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that dis-
played.
■Odometer/trip meter/distance to empty
The odometer/trip meter/distance to empty will not be displayed while the
monthly fuel consumption record is being displayed.

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Plug-in hybrid vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following
points:
■Using EV mode and HV mode effectively
Primarily using EV mode when driving in cities and using HV
mode when driving on highways (or freeways) can help con-
serve fuel and electricity. (→P. 3 7 )
■Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, a torque corresponding to the
accelerator pedal depression amount can be generated more
smoothly than it is in normal conditions. In addition, the opera-
tion of the air conditioning system (heating/cooling) will be mini-
mized, improving fuel and electricity economy. (→P. 2 4 7 )
■Use of Hybrid System Indicator
Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. (→P. 2 6 8 )
■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 slow-
ing down.
■Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to high fuel and electricity consumption.
Check traffic reports before leaving and avoid delays 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 electricity and fuel consumption.

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■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 brakes. A greater amount of
electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.
Electricity consumption will increase substantially when driving
at high speeds in EV mode. If there will be a long distance to the
next external charging point after leaving a freeway, driving in
HV mode while on the freeway and in EV mode after leaving the
freeway is recommended.
■Air conditioning on/off
●Switch the air conditioning ( ) to off when it is not
needed. Doing so can help control excessive electricity and
fuel consumption.
In summer: In high temperatures, use the recirculated air
mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air con-
ditioner and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically
cut out until the gasoline engine and the interior of the vehicle
are warm, it will consume fuel. Also, fuel consumption can be
improved by avoiding overuse of the heater.
●For efficiency, use the Remote Air Conditioning System
before departing while the charging cable is connected.

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■Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. If there
is improper tire inflation pressure in the tires, the driving range
when in EV mode will become shorter, and fuel consumption
when in HV mode will increase.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use
on dry roads can lead to increased fuel and electricity consump-
tion.
■Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage can require excessive energy. Avoid
leaving unnecessary luggage in the vehicle.
Also, equipping a large roof rack can cause excessive energy
consumption in the same way as carrying heavy luggage.
■Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically,
warming up is not necessary.