EV Mode (Electric-only Mode)
EV mode makes a hybrid drive on electricity only.
What is EV Mode (Electric-only Mode)?
It works at low speed or with charge. Plug-in hybrids offer longer range. The engine starts if needed. In full hybrids, EV mode works only at low speeds and for short distances because the battery is small. Plug-in hybrids can often drive tens of kilometres electrically, depending on battery size. Heating demand or strong acceleration can start the engine even in EV mode.
How it works
The control unit keeps the engine off.
Why it matters for your car
Low battery ends EV mode. Cold weather may limit it.
Other terms
- A/C Leak Test
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Brake Bleeding
- Brake Caliper Rebuild
- Carburettor
- Coil Spring
- Diesel Intake Throttle Valve
- High-voltage Battery
- Idle Speed Control
- Kerb Weight (Curb Weight)
- Ladder Frame (Body-on-frame)
- OBD Mode 6 Data (On-board Test Results)
- Oversteer
- Roundabout
- Test Light
- Type 2 Connector
- Tyre Pressure Gauge
- Usable Battery Capacity (Net Capacity)
- V Engine (V6, V8, V12)
- Winter Tyre