Charge-sustaining Mode (Hybrid Mode)
Charge-sustaining mode keeps the battery charge level steady by using the engine.
What is Charge-sustaining Mode (Hybrid Mode)?
Plug-in hybrids switch to it when depleted. It works like a normal hybrid. Some allow saving charge. Some plug-in hybrids let drivers save battery charge for later, for example for city driving at the end of a trip, or even recharge the battery using the engine, which costs fuel. Official consumption figures for plug-in hybrids assume regular charging, so real consumption can be much higher if the car is rarely plugged in.
How it works
The system balances engine and electric use.
Why it matters for your car
Fuel consumption is higher. Charge regularly for efficiency.
Other terms
- Anti-roll Bar Link (Drop Link)
- Brake Fluid
- DPF Differential Pressure Sensor
- Dual Injection (Port And Direct)
- Emergency Lane Keeping
- Engine Bay Cleaning
- Engine Hoist (Engine Crane)
- Galvanised Body (Zinc-coated Steel)
- Handbrake Cable
- Hesitation (Flat Spot On Acceleration)
- Orifice Tube
- Rev Limiter
- Scuttle Panel (Cowl)
- Serpentine Belt (Auxiliary Belt)
- Swirl Flaps
- Timing Belt
- Torsion Beam Rear Axle (Twist Beam)
- Trailer And Caravan Tyres
- Tyre Changer (Tyre Fitting Machine)
- VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)