INCREASING POWER ECONOMY
• The selection of the ECO mode (ON or
OFF) is retained even when the EVsystem
is restarted.
The vehicle range varies depending upon
the following factors:
• Drive at a constant speed. Maintain cruis-
ing speeds with a constant accelerator
position or by using cruise control when
appropriate.
• Speed
• When the ECO mode is turned off, driving
performance is changed. Before turning
off the ECO mode, ensure it is safe to do
so, release the accelerator pedal and op-
erate the ECO switch.
• Vehicle load
• Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Gently
press and release the accelerator pedal
for acceleration and deceleration.
• Electrical load from vehicle accessories
• Traffic and road conditions
NISSAN recommends the following driv-
ing habits to help maximize vehicle
range:
• Drive at moderate speeds on the high-
way.
• Turn off the ECO mode when acceleration
is required, such as when:
– driving with a heavy load of passengers
or cargo in the vehicle.
• Avoid frequent stopping and braking.
Maintain a safe distance behind other ve-
hicles.
Before driving:
• Follow the recommended periodic main-
tenance.
– driving on a steep uphill slope.
• Turn off the air conditioner/heater when
it is not necessary.
• When the cruise control is operated, the
vehicle makes it a priority to maintain a
constant speed. The driving range will not
be extended even if the ECO mode indi-
cator appears.
• Keep tires inflated to the correct pressure.
• Keep wheels in correct alignment.
• Select a moderate temperature setting
for heating or cooling to help reduce
power consumption.
• Pre-heat or pre-cool the interior cabin
while the vehicle is charging.
• Use the air conditioner/heater and close
windows to reduce drag when cruising at
a highway speed.
• Remove unnecessary cargo from the ve-
hicle.
NOTE:
Selecting this drive mode will not neces-
sarily improve power economy as many
While driving:
• Release the accelerator pedal to slow
down and do not apply the brakes when
traffic and road conditions allow.
– This vehicle is equipped with a regen-
erative brake system. The primary pur-
pose of the regenerative brake system
is to provide some power to recharge
the Li-ion battery and extend driving
range. A secondary benefit is “engine
braking” that operates based on Li-ion
• Drive in ECO mode.
driving factors
effectiveness.
influence
its
– The ECO mode helps reduce power
consumption by reducing acceleration
when compared to the same accelera-
tor pedal position in the D (Drive) posi-
tion (normal mode).
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