Summary of the content on the page No. 1
RX 400h
HYBRID OVERVIEW
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Lexus Hybrid Drive Quick Facts: “Gives more to the driver, takes less from the world.” • The Lexus RX 400h is powered by a Lexus Hybrid Drive system that combines the advantages of electric motor/generator and a gasoline engine. • The Lexus RX 400h does not need to be plugged in like an electric car. The Lexus Hybrid Drive system automatically charges itself. • The Lexus RX 400h hybrid drive provides the high level of performance associated with Lexus, along with an impro
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h What’s Inside... PAGES Driving the RX400h 1 - 2 Starting, driving, parking attendant instructions, long-term parking, running out of fuel, and battery facts. The Benefits of Lexus Hybrid Technology 3 - 4 Impressive Performance; Low Levels of Noise, Vibration, and Harshness; Reduced Emissions; Improved Fuel Efficiency. EPA Mileage Estimates & Fuel Economy 5 - 7 Quick Facts - EPA Mileage Estimates, Why you may not achieve the EPA estimates, Ten Tips for Improving Fuel Econo
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Driving the RX 400h On the whole, driving the RX 400h is not very much different from driving a conventional vehicle. However, there are some subtle differences you will notice. • Turning the ignition key "starts" the vehicle, but may not start the engine. Like starting a regular vehicle, turn the ignition key to the "START" position and release to start the vehicle. After a few seconds, the "READY" light in the Power Gauge will come on. Once the "READY" light comes on, p
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Driving the RX 400h (continued) • Some parking attendants may not be familiar with the RX 400h. To properly operate the vehicle, these basic tips are important: 1. Turn key to “START” and release. 2. Begin driving when “READY” light stays on. 3. The engine will start and stop automatically. New RX 400h vehicles come with parking attendant key ring tabs, with these tips in English and Spanish. • When refueling, the fuel door may take a few moments to open. As part of emiss
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h The Benefits of Lexus Hybrid Technology Impressive Performance • Lexus hybrid vehicles deliver impressive throttle response, even from a standing start. This is because the electric motors deliver maximum torque instantly. • The Lexus Hybrid Drive system combined with the ECVT (Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission) helps deliver smooth, seamless acceleration for excellent passing performance and drivability. Low Levels of Noise, Vibration and Harsh
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h The Benefits of Lexus Hybrid Technology (continued) Reduced Emissions • Lexus hybrid vehicles produce 70% fewer smog-forming emissions than the average new vehicle and are certified as an SULEV (Super Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle) by the California Air Resources Board. • The gasoline engine is turned off much of the time during idle and acceleration, which means that zero emissions are being produced. • The gasoline engine can be smaller in size than non-hybrid vehicles, pr
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h EPA Mileage Estimates & Fuel Economy Quick Facts - EPA Mileage Estimates The EPA estimated fuel economy numbers are derived from vehicle testing conducted at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Vehicle manufacturers also submit test results based on strict EPA standardized drive pat- terns. Each year, the EPA provides the data to the Department of Energy, which publishes the results at w
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h EPA Mileage Estimates & Fuel Economy (continued) Typical EPA Mileage Estimate data found on vehicle window sticker (Sticker and figures for AWD model) - Figure 1. Expected range for most drivers 22 to 30 MPG Expected range for most drivers 20 to 28 MPG Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. Why you may not achieve the EPA estimates Because the EPA fuel economy estimates are derived in ideal laboratory conditions, they are just
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h EPA Mileage Estimates & Fuel Economy (continued) Ten tips for improving fuel economy The following tips can help you achieve the best possible fuel economy: 1) Plan ahead to combine short trips in order to minimize cold starts. 2) Accelerate slowly. 3) Avoid heavy braking. Monitor traffic to minimize braking and coast whenever possible. 4) Avoid speeds in excess of 60 mph; fuel economy suffers at speeds higher than 60 mph and drops significantly above 70 mph. 5) In stop-a
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Multi-information Display & Monitors All RX 400hs are equipped with a Multi-information Display that shows a simplified representation of the approximate flow of energy within the hybrid system. The display does not show all of the components of the system. To show the Energy Monitor display, press the “DISP.” button located on the steering wheel, until you reach the Energy Monitor display. It may be necessary to press the button more than once to reach this display. The
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued) The Energy Monitor Screen (Vehicles with optional Navigation Systems only.) The optional Energy Monitor shows a simplified representation of the approximate flow of energy within the hybrid system. The display does not show all of the components of the system. The display is part of the RX 400h Navigation System and is located at the center console display. The Energy Monitor display changes as the RX 400h transitions thro
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued) Typical Energy Monitor Screens (Vehicles with optional Navigation Systems only.) * The vehicle is stopped, the engine is off, and the hybrid battery is not being charged. • No arrows are displayed. * The vehicle is being driven by the front electric motor. • The arrows point away from the hybrid battery to the front electric motor and then to the front wheels. * Vehicles with optional All-Wheel Drive only. (continued on ne
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued) Typical Energy Monitor Screens (continued) (Vehicles with optional Navigation Systems only.) * The vehicle is being driven by the engine and the front electric motor. • The arrows point away from the hybrid battery, the engine, and the front electric motor and then to the front wheels. * The vehicle is being driven by the front and rear* electric motors. • The arrows point away from the hybrid battery and the front and rea
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued) Typical Energy Monitor Screens (continued) (Vehicles with optional Navigation Systems only.) * The vehicle is being driven by the engine and the front and rear* electric motors. • The arrows point away from the hybrid battery, the engine, and both front and rear* electric motors, and then to the front and rear wheels*. * The vehicle is coasting or slowing down, regenerating electricity and charging the hybrid battery. • Th
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued) Typical Energy Monitor Screens (continued) (Vehicles with optional Navigation Systems only.) * The vehicle is parked and the engine is charging the hybrid battery. • The arrows point from the engine to the front electric motor, then to the hybrid battery. Hybrid Battery Status information Hybrid Battery full. * Hybrid Battery low. Battery status indicator showing six blue bars, indicating battery is at medium charge level.
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Multi-information Displays & Monitors (Continued) The Consumption Monitor (Vehicles with optional Navigation Systems only.) To access the Consumption Monitor screen, press the “INFO” button located on the lower edge of the navigation display. On the touch screen that appears, touch the “TRIP INFO” button. The Consumption Monitor description Outside temperature Average fuel Press to go to Distance Press to clear the average economy in the Energy travelled fuel economy and
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued) The Consumption Monitor (continued) (Vehicles with optional Navigation Systems only.) 2 3 E A partial “E” box equals less than 50 Wh (Watt hours) of electricity. E Yellow bars represent Each “E” box average equals fuel economy 50 Wh (MPG) (Watt hours) for 5-minute of electricity. intervals. 1 Current fuel economy (MPG). The Consumption Monitor displays three charts combined into one: 1 The yellow bar display on the far rig
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h Multi-information Displays & Monitors (continued) The Power Gauge The Power Gauge indicates the approximate power in kilowatts the hybrid system delivers or receives. The needle will move up towards 200kW during acceleration and downward into the blue area when the hybrid system is regenerating power during coasting and braking conditions. 16
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
HYBRID OVERVIEW RX 400h RX 400h Hybrid Technology Lexus Hybrid Drive basics. A hybrid vehicle is a vehicle that combines power from different • sources to efficiently operate. Lexus has spent many years and logged millions of test miles developing and testing the hybrid technology found in the RX 400h. • The Lexus Hybrid Drive system that powers your Lexus RX 400h is an advanced system that incorporates the advantages of both electric motors and gasoline engines. • The RX 400h can be driven on h
