How To Select Driving Modes In Lexus Cars
Lexus Drive Select Mode
Looking for a vehicle that adapts to road conditions on-demand? Many Jim Pattison Lexus Victoria models offer Drive Mode Select, a system that tailors the vehicle's performance characteristics to suit different road conditions and preferences. Learn how to select driving modes in your brand-new Lexus car and elevate your driving experience, whether you're commuting the streets of Victoria or taking on tough off-road terrain.
How Do Driving Modes Work?
Driving modes alter the vehicle's handling, dynamics, and efficiency with just a push of a button. As a result, your Lexus is capable of fulfilling multiple functions with greater ease. In addition to adjusting throttle sensitivity, fuel delivery, and computer traction, driving modes can also change suspension settings. A car's drive and feel may change due to these variations, combined or separately.
How To Select Driving Modes In Lexus Cars
The action you take when choosing or changing a driving mode depends on both your Lexus' model and the mode you choose. Commonly, to choose a Drive Mode, press the Drive Mode switch and turn the dial to select the desired mode on the multi-information display. On some models, the modes are selected via multimedia touchscreen — simply tap the Vehicle Information icon, then Drive Mode and choose the preferred setting. The drive modes can also be accessed via the shortcut menu on the main display screen. For models equipped with Head Up Display (HUD) with touch sensor controls, the driver can program the modes into the touch sensors located on the steering wheel though the Steering Switch customizable settings.
Normal Mode
The "Normal" drive mode is the default setting for most Lexus vehicles. However, you can select from a variety of "on-demand" modes through the Drive Mode button, which may vary according to the model you own. There are two mode settings for the car: relaxing and dynamic. Dynamic mode increases performance, while relaxing mode prioritizes fuel productivity, emissions, and efficiency.
Eco Mode
Eco Mode improves the car's efficiency by reducing fuel consumption. This is typically achieved by reducing the fuel that enters the engine and shutting down some of its cylinders. Besides this, the air-conditioner temperature and the throttle response are often reduced to save fuel and enhance mileage capabilities.
EV Mode
Lexus cars should automatically operate in EV mode when driven below 45 km/h. Hybrid vehicles with moderate powertrains may not have this mode available, and therefore it can be selected manually.
Sport Mode
The vehicle will be more maneuverable in sport mode and perform better because it emphasizes dynamic handling. The powertrain output and supply voltage are increased to achieve this. Engine revs will be higher, as well as EPS (Electric Power Steering) and throttle.