fuel consumption TOYOTA PRIUS PRIME 2018 Owners Manual (in English)

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Hybrid Synergy Drive System
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition, the
engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel economy,
reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the Multi-Information Display.
-Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.
-When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
-Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
-When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
-Minimize use of the air conditioning.
(1) Depress the brake pedal, and press the
“POWER” switch briefly and firmly.
(2) The “READY” light will blink. After a few
seconds, when the light remains steady
and a beep sounds, you may begin
driving.
TIPS FOR IMPROVED FUEL ECONOMY
STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph or higher.
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Hybrid transmission
Driving mode select
*
The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine
braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.)
While vehicle is
stopped, push “P” button to park.
Park button
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Engine brake*
Normal - Suitable for normal
driving.
Power mode - Use when a
higher level of response is
desired, such as when driving
in mountainous regions.
ECO drive mode -
Helps achieve lower fuel
consumption during trips that
involve frequent accelerating
and braking.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
EV Mode allows the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the hybrid battery
(traction battery), to be used to drive the vehicle under certain driving conditions.
EV Mode is the default Mode upon starting the vehicle if the battery has sufficient
charge. You can use the EV/HV button at any time to toggle between EV Mode and
hybrid mode.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
EV/HV drive mode
OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY &
EMERGENCY FEATURES

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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
AIR CONDITIONING REMOTE
(1) Press twice to de-activate. System also
automatically shuts off after 10 minutes or
when a door is opened.
(2) The Remote Air Conditioning System will
operate in accordance with the temperature
settings of the air conditioning system.
NOTE: Remote Climate system can also
be activated via smartphone using Entune
Prime Apps (if equipped).
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Push and hold
Air conditioning/heating
AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING - 7” DISPLAY
Air conditioning
ON/OFF
Recirculate cabin air
(outside air when OFF) Airflow vent mode Fan speed control
Windshield
defogger
Temperature selector
Outside rearview mirror/
Rear defogger Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting will
cause the airflow vents, air intake and
fan to adjust automatically.Smart-flow (S-Flow) mode gives airflow
priority to the front seats, reducing the
airflow and air conditioning effect on rear
seats when there are no passengers.
Climate control OFF
Temperature
setting display
Fan speed displayAirflow vent
mode display Climate control that minimizes fuel
consumption. This option may
reduce fan speed.

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MAIN DISPLAY
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (MID)
Color Dual Multi-Information Display (MID)
Push “vv” to change between the following information screens, “” to select,
“vv” to switch contents and “” to go back:
The default split screen mode can also be viewed in simple screen mode shown
above. The main display shows basic drive information. Push “
” to view more
info for mileage and average fuel consumption display.
For more details, see Owner’s Manual.
For more details, see Owner’s Manual.
Warning message display
Settings display Driving assist system information
Drive information
Navigation system-linked display
Audio system-linked display
Air conditioning system
settings screen
Simple screenMain display MIDSplit screen
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Fuel gauge
Mileage display
(odometer/trip meters/
driving range)Average fuel
consumption
displaySpeedometer Outside temperatureHybrid system indicator and
current fuel consumption