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EV Mode Indicator

The hybrid is driving on electric power only, with the combustion engine switched off.

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Short answer · What does the EV mode light mean?

The car is driving on electric power alone. Depending on the car, EV mode ends when the battery is low, at higher speeds or when you accelerate hard.

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What to do

  1. Drive smoothlyGentle acceleration keeps the car in EV mode longer.
  2. Watch the batteryWhen the battery is low, the engine starts automatically.

How is the light behaving?

What you seeWhat it usually meansWhat to do
SteadyDriving on electric powerNothing
FlashingEV mode requested but not availableCheck battery level and speed

Possible causes

  1. EV mode selected or activeNormal operation.

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Questions about EV Mode Indicator

Why does EV mode switch off by itself?

Low battery charge, high speed, strong acceleration or a cold engine can make the system start the engine.