How to Turn Off ECO Mode in Hyundai?
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ECO button is usually located on the left side of the car, with ECO letters on it. Some models have green buttons, which are easy to identify. Press the button to turn it off. ECO stands for the initials of three English words: Ecology, Conservation, and Optimization. It is a vehicle fuel-saving mode that can achieve energy-saving effects when activated. How ECO works: ECO mainly makes comprehensive judgments and analyses on factors affecting fuel consumption during vehicle movement, such as automatic transmission gear position, engine speed, vehicle speed, braking, and transmission oil temperature. The ECU control unit calculates the optimal fuel amount to provide to the engine, effectively reducing fuel consumption compared to normal driving mode. Simply put, it controls the engine speed with reasonable gear positions to reduce unnecessary fuel consumption. In a few cases, it's unnecessary to activate ECO: When the car is driving at high speed (up to 100km/h), even if ECO is turned on, the onboard computer will prioritize speed, and ECO mode will automatically deactivate. When high torque output is needed, such as climbing a mountain, the engine computer will prioritize ensuring and delivering sufficient power to drive the vehicle, and ECO mode will automatically deactivate.
I've driven several Hyundai models, and turning off the ECO mode is actually quite straightforward. After starting the vehicle, you need to access the main menu from the center touchscreen, find the vehicle settings section, and then select the driving mode option. It will display several options like ECO, NORMAL, and SPORT—just tap the switch next to ECO to turn it off. I often turn it off when driving in the city because the throttle response becomes noticeably quicker, making acceleration more enjoyable without any sluggishness. However, keeping it on during highway drives can save some fuel, as ECO mode primarily conserves energy by controlling engine output—turning it off restores normal power. Details might vary slightly between models; for example, the ix requires swiping through the system to find it, but you'll get the hang of it quickly. If you're still unsure, the owner's manual is the best reference, as it provides step-by-step illustrated instructions.
