Lexus RX 450h Owner's Manual page 377

pressed, the driving mode changes
between normal mode and custom mode.
When custom mode is selected, the "Cus-
tom" indicator will be illuminated.
When Eco drive mode or sport mode is
selected, pressing the switch changes the
driving mode to normal mode.
• Normal mode
Provides an optimal balance of fuel econ-
omy, quietness, and dynamic performance.
Suitable for city driving.
• Custom mode
Allows you to drive with the following func-
tions set to your preferred settings. Cus-
tom mode settings can only be changed on
the drive mode customization display of
the Center Display. (P.574)
Function
Powertrain
Chassis
Air conditioning sys-
tem
Eco drive mode
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Helps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve fuel
economy through moderate throttle char-
acteristics and by controlling the operation
of the air conditioning system (heat-
ing/cooling).
When not in Eco drive mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the left, the
Eco drive mode indicator will come on.
3 Sport mode
• Sport S mode
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
Controls the hybrid system to provide
quick, powerful acceleration. This mode is
suitable for when agile driving response is
desired, such as when driving on roads
with many curves.
When not in Sport S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the right,
the "Sport S" indicator will come on.
• Sport S+ mode
Helps to ensure steering performance and
driving stability by simultaneously con-
trolling the steering and suspension in
addition to the hybrid system. Suitable for
sportier driving.
When in Sport S mode, if the driving mode
select switch is turned to the right, the
"Sport S+" indicator will come on.
Setting
■
Normal
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cool-
Power
ing operations and fan speed of the air con-
ditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency.
Eco
To improve air conditioning performance,
adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive
Normal
mode.
Sport
■
Normal
If the power switch is turned off after driving
Eco
in sport mode or custom mode, the drive
mode will be changed to normal mode.
■
When the driving mode is changed, the
selected driving mode will be temporarily
displayed on the side display. (P.394)
Operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem in Eco drive mode
Automatic deactivation of sport mode
and custom mode
Driving mode pop-up display (12.3-inch
display only)
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