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However, the distance to empty may
vary significantly based on traffic con‐
ditions, driving habits, and condition of
the vehicle.
Tips for improving distance to
empty
• If you operate the air conditioner/
heater too much, the driving battery
uses too much electricity. This may
reduce the distance to empty. There‐
fore, it is recommended that you set
the cabin temperature to 72°F (22°C)
AUTO. This setting that has been cer‐
tified by various assessment tests to
maintain optimal energy consumption
rates while keeping the temperature
fresh. Turn OFF the heater and air
conditioner if you do not need them.
• When the heater or air conditioning
system is on the energy consumption
is reduced if recirculation mode is se‐
lected instead of selecting the fresh
mode. The fresh mode requires large
amount of energy consumption as
the outside air has to be re-heated or
cooled.
• When using the heater or air condi‐
tioning system, use the DRIVER ONLY
or scheduled air conditioner/ heater
function.
• Depress and hold the accelerator
pedal to maintain speed and drive
economically.
• Gradually depress and release the ac‐
celerator pedal when accelerating or
decelerating.
• Always maintain specified tire pres‐
sures.
• Do not use unnecessary electrical
components while driving.
• Do not load unnecessary items in the
vehicle.
• Do not mount parts that may in‐
crease air resistance.
Power/Charge Gauge
The Power/Charge gauge shows the
energy consumption rate of the vehicle
and the charge/discharge status of the
regenerative brakes.
• POWER :
It shows the energy consumption
rate of the vehicle when driving uphill
or accelerating. The more electric en‐
ergy is used, the higher the gauge
level.
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