What does ECO mean in the Nissan Qashqai?
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ECO refers to the car's economic driving mode function. ECO is an English abbreviation formed from the words Ecology (environmental protection), Conservation (energy saving), and Optimization (power). The Eco mode is further divided into active Eco driving mode and non-active Eco driving mode. When the Eco indicator light on the dashboard illuminates, it indicates that the vehicle's economic mode has been activated. Eco mode can be either active or non-active. The difference lies in the fact that the active mode has a dedicated button, allowing the driver to choose whether to enable it. When the driver presses the Eco mode switch, the dashboard indicator light immediately turns on, and the vehicle automatically begins adjusting settings such as throttle opening, gearbox shift logic, and air conditioning output power. Non-active Eco mode does not have a dedicated button. When the dashboard Eco indicator light turns on, it serves merely as a reminder function. The Eco system automatically evaluates driving behavior, and if the current driving operation achieves the optimal fuel supply, the dashboard will display the Eco indicator light accordingly. Most vehicles use the active Eco driving mode, which means they have a dedicated switch button. Therefore, during daily driving, the Eco mode can be enabled. However, it is unnecessary to activate Eco mode when driving at speeds exceeding 120 km/h, during idle parking, in N/P gear, or in manual mode—especially when climbing hills—as this would not reflect the fuel-saving characteristics of Eco mode. Additionally, Eco mode typically becomes ineffective under the following conditions: When the vehicle speed exceeds 120 kilometers per hour, the system prioritizes speed, causing the Eco mode to automatically deactivate. During idle parking or when the vehicle is in N/P gear or manual mode, the Eco mode may also become ineffective. When high torque output is required, such as when climbing a hill, the engine control unit prioritizes ensuring sufficient power to drive the vehicle, and the Eco mode will not function in such scenarios.
