Aggressive driver buys a Prius

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Main Forum' started by Angry Driver, Sep 7, 2019.

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  1. blane

    blane Carmudgeon

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    Per your Owner's Manual.

    Shift Position B

    Objective or function
    Applying engine braking or strong braking when the accelerator pedal has been released on steep downward slopes etc.

    About engine braking

    When shift position B is selected, releasing the accelerator pedal will apply engine braking.

    ●When the vehicle is driven at high speeds, compared to ordinary gasoline fueled vehicles, the engine braking deceleration is felt less than that of other vehicles.
    ●The vehicle can be accelerated even when shift position B is selected. If the vehicle is driven continuously in the B position, fuel efficiency will become low. Usually, select the D position.
     
    #21 blane, Sep 15, 2019
  2. Nice Prius

    Nice Prius Junior Member

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    After driving larger, heavier vehicles it's a pleasure to drive something with a light weight and low center of gravity.
    Peace.
     
    #22 Nice Prius, Sep 15, 2019
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  3. tucatz

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    How many here think Angry Driver will calm down after owning his Prius for 6 months?

    Btw, I always drive in Power Mode. Still get phenomenal mileage
     
    #23 tucatz, Sep 21, 2019
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  4. Lovec1990

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    he most likely will not calm down unless he finds MPG game fun and in other hand he bought wrong prius gen for calming down becouse gen 4 is most sporty prius
     
    #24 Lovec1990, Sep 22, 2019
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  5. Mambo Dave

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    Over 1,000 miles on my 2019, and I'm at an overall average of 44.9 MPG.

    You aren't driving it hard enough. Disappointing considering you promised to thrash it.
     
    #25 Mambo Dave, Sep 23, 2019
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