Hybrid System; Hybrid System Features - Lexus NX 300h 2020 Owner's Manual

1-4.Hybrid system

Hybrid system features

Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from conven-
tional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics of your
vehicle, and operate it with care.
The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric
motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel effi-
ciency and reducing exhaust emissions.
System components
The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.
Gasoline engine
A
Front electric motor (traction motor)
B
Rear electric motor (traction motor)
C
When stopped/during start off
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The gasoline engine stops
vehicle is stopped. During start off, the
electric motor (traction motor) drives
the vehicle. At slow speeds or when
traveling down a gentle slope, the
engine is stopped
motor (traction motor) is used.
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when the
When the shift lever is in N, the hybrid
battery (traction battery) is not being
charged. When the vehicle is stopped,
always put the shift lever to P.
1-4. Hybrid system
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and the electric
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