Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid 2020 Quick Manual page 28

OPERATING THE VEHICLE
Normal Mode (Default)
This is the default mode and is best for local driving. In Normal Mode, the vehicle
automatically changes between EV (electric motor only) and HEV (electric motor and
gasoline engine) driving, depending on conditions. As Normal Mode is used, high-voltage
battery charge gradually depletes.
Hybrid Battery Save Mode (Press Once)
This mode is best used for highway driving. Save Mode maintains the charge level of the
high-voltage battery. Press the Hybrid Mode switch once while in either Normal Mode or
Charge Mode. The Save Mode indicator (SAVE) in the Combination Meter Display (CMD)
illuminates and the Driver Assist indicator at the top of the combination meter flashes
green. Press the switch again to cancel.
Hybrid Battery Charge Mode (Press and Hold)
Charge Mode uses the gasoline engine to charge the high-voltage battery. Charge Mode is
designed for situations where plug-in charging is not available for a long time and
continued EV driving is desired. Press and hold the Hybrid Mode switch until the Charge
Mode indicator (CHG) in the Combination Meter Display (CMD) starts to blink, then release
it. The indicator illuminates once the switch to Charge Mode is complete. The Driver Assist
indicator at the top of the combination meter will flash light blue.
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