Honda INSIGHT 2022 Owner's Manual page 13

SPORT HYBRID i-MMD SYSTEM MAIN COMPONENTS
Gasoline Engine – Runs the generator and under certain
conditions, drives the wheels directly.
Generator – Starts the engine and generates electric power
when driven by the gasoline engine to supply electricity to
power the electric motor and/or to charge the High Voltage
battery.
– Provides propulsion to drive the wheels in
Electric Motor
conjunction with the gasoline engine in certain conditions, and
provides electricity to the High Voltage battery through
regenerative braking.
High Voltage Battery
as a power source for the electric motor.
Learning about the High Voltage battery's characteristics will
help you get the best handling and maximize the range of your
electric vehicle. (P414)
High Voltage Battery Charge Level Indicator
battery state of charge.
When the indicator:
Displays two or less segments, EV mode is no longer available.
•
Displays ten segments, battery charge level is full.
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– Provides electrical storage and serves
– Displays
High Voltage Battery
Generator & Electric Motor
Gasoline Engine