Using the driving support systems -> Driving mode select switch for Your Toyota Prius 4 Door Fourth Generation (2016-2022)

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Driving mode select switch  
In response to driving conditions, one of 3 driving modes can be  
selected.  
Driving modes  
Repeatedly press the switch until the system changes to the intended  
driving mode.  
Each time the switch is pressed, the driving mode changes in the following  
order and the “ECO MODE” and “PWR MODE” indicators turn on or off  
accordingly.  
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Normal mode  
Suitable for normal driving.  
When normal mode is selected, the “ECO MODE” and “PWR MODE”  
indicators turn off.  
Power mode  
Suitable for when crisp handling and enhanced accelerator  
response are desired, such as when driving on mountainous roads.  
When power mode is selected, the “PWR MODE” indicator will illuminate  
on the main display.  
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Eco drive mode  
Suitable for driving that improves fuel economy by generating  
torque in response to accelerator pedal operations more smoothly  
than in normal mode.  
When Eco drive mode is selected, the “ECO MODE” indicator will illumi-  
nate on the main display.  
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While the air conditioning is being used, the system automatically  
switches to air conditioning eco mode (P. 427, 437), allowing for driv-  
ing that leads to even better fuel economy.  
The driving mode after turning the power switch off  
The driving mode will not be changed automatically until the switch is  
pressed, even if the power switch is turned off.  
Switching the driving mode when in EV drive mode  
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