2011 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 61

1-1. Hybrid system Eco Drive Monitor The multi-information display features several screens to assist with Eco-friendly driving. You can drive in an Eco-friendly manner by using these screens effectively. n Hybrid system operating condition The energy monitor displays the operating condition of the hybrid system, showing such information as the gasoline engine operating status, and the usage and regeneration status of electrical energy. (→P. 193) n Eco-friendly driving Hybrid System Indicator changes in real-time in accordance with the driving conditions and operation of the accelerator pedal. Eco-friendly driving can be achieved by referring to the display and by driving as follows. (→P. 195) l When accelerating Accelerate to the desired speed while depressing the accelerator pedal slowly and ensuring that the indicator bar does not exceed Eco area. Eco area 34 PRIUS_U (OM47685U) DVD