Car surges during unaccelerated cruise

Discussion in 'Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015' started by eric smith, Nov 13, 2012.

  1. eric smith

    eric smith Junior Member

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    I am new to the Prius and have noticed that when cruising the car seams to surge or pulse while driving. Is this normal?

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  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    yes, it's just the ice kicking on and off and the regen doing the same. you'll get used to it quickly.
     
  3. eric smith

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    I am not complaining I am averaging low 80's when I have a full charge on my 32 mile commute home. The numbers are lower on the way to work. It is nice to get a free charge at work too
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    Initially, I was really worried about this as well, considering this type of behavior in any other car means transmission problems, but you do get used to it eventually.