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Drive mode features

MY DRIVE mode features

MY DRIVE mode allows driver to personalize the setting of the powertrain, steering wheel and suspension.

To set MY DRIVE mode, go to Setup > Vehicle > Drive Mode > MY DRIVE MODE in the infotainment system.

MY DRIVE MODE

Powertrain

NORMAL/SPORT/SMART

Steering

NORMAL/SPORT

The infotainment system may change after software updates. For more information, refer to the user's manual provided in the infotainment system and the quick reference guide.

Drive mode features

NORMAL mode

NORMAL mode provides smooth driving and comfortable riding.

NORMAL mode is selected, it does not appear on the instrument cluster.

SPORT mode

SPORT mode provides sporty but firm riding.

In SPORT mode, the fuel economy may decrease.

  • When the SPORT mode is selected, the SPORT indicator illuminates on the instrument cluster.

  • The drive mode resets to NORMAL mode when the engine is restarted.

  • When the SPORT mode is activated:

    • The engine RPM tends to remain raised over a certain time even after releasing the accelerator pedal.

    • Upshifts are delayed when accelerating.

In SPORT mode, the fuel efficiency may decrease.

SMART mode

SMART mode selects the proper driving mode among SMART NORMAL/SMART SPORT by judging the driver's driving habits (for example, mild or dynamic) from the brake pedal depression or the steering wheel operation.

  • Various driving situations, which you may encounter in SMART mode

    • The driving mode automatically changes to SMART SPORT mode only in harsh driving situations. In most of the normal driving situations, the driving mode sets to be in SMART NORMAL mode.

    • The driving mode automatically changes to SMART SPORT, when you abruptly accelerate the vehicle or repetitively operate the steering wheel (Your driving is categorized to be sporty.). In this mode, your vehicle drives in a lower gear for abrupt accelerating or decelerating and increases the engine brake performance.

  • Limitation of SMART mode

    SMART may be limited in following situations.

    • The driver is using the paddle shifter to manually shift gear. (The system prioritizes the driver's manual shifting)

    • Smart Cruise Control is activated.

    • The transmission oil temperature is either extremely low or extremely high.

When you dynamically drive the vehicle in SMART mode by abruptly decelerating or sharply curving, the driving mode changes to SPORT mode. However, it may adversely affect fuel economy.