2.8. Regenerative brake

The regenerative brake is a function that can reduce the vehicle speed by using the electric motor instead of the engine braking for the petrol engine vehicle. The Lithium ion (Li-ion) battery can be charged by the generated electric power when the vehicle decelerates, saving electric power consumption and improving fuel efficiency.

The electric motor converts the energy of the rotating wheels into electric power when the accelerator pedal is released, the brake pedal is depressed or the e-Pedal released.

The regeneration amount will change depending on Drive mode. With e-Pedal on, you will feel maximum regeneration. Sport mode will give a higher than usual level whereas Eco will give less than usual to allow more coasting

The regenerative brake may provide less deceleration when the Li-ion battery is fully charged while driving on a long downhill road, when the outside temperature is low or when driving on a slippery road.