Driving Mode Select Switch - Lexus RX500h 2023 Owner's Manual, Quick Manual

Driving Mode Select Switch

The driving modes can be selected to suit driving conditions.
Selecting a drive mode
1
Select on the center display.
2
Select "Drive mode".
3
Select driving mode.
1
Normal mode
Provides an optimal balance of fuel
economy, quietness, and dynamic per-
formance. Suitable for city driving.
2
Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an eco-
friendly manner and improve fuel
economy through moderate throttle
characteristics and by controlling the
operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem (heating/cooling).
When the Eco drive mode is selected,
Eco drive mode indicator comes on.
3
Sport mode
Vehicles without Adaptive Variable
Suspension System: Controls the
hybrid system to provide quick, power-
ful acceleration. This mode also
changes the steering feel, making it
suitable for when agile driving
response is desired, such as when driv-
ing on roads with many curves.
Vehicles with Adaptive Variable Sus-
pension System: Helps to ensure steer-
ing performance and driving stability
by simultaneously controlling the
steering and suspension in addition to
the hybrid system. Suitable for sportier
driving.
When the Sport mode is selected,
"Sport" indicator will comes on.
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