What does ECT PWR Toyota do?
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ECT PWR Toyota is a switch for the transmission's electronic control mode (sport mode). When this button is turned on, the car enters sport mode, and when turned off, it switches to economy mode. Differences: In sport mode, the car's torque and fuel consumption increase, and the power output is enhanced. In economy mode, the power output is at a normal level with lower fuel consumption. Toyota Corolla: The car's dimensions are 4635mm in length, 1780mm in width, and 1455mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2700mm. It is equipped with a 9NR-FTS engine and a CVT transmission. The maximum torque is 185 Nm, and the maximum power RPM ranges from 5200 to 5600. The front suspension is a MacPherson strut, and the rear suspension is an E-type multi-link independent suspension.
I've been driving a Toyota for several years and have used the ECT PWR button quite often. This is actually a transmission power mode switch. When pressed, the car feels like it's been given a boost - the RPMs climb higher before shifting gears, making it much more powerful for climbing hills or overtaking. I never use it in city traffic jams, but when overtaking trucks on the highway, pressing ECT PWR and stepping on the accelerator makes passing effortless. Remember that prolonged use increases fuel consumption, especially noticeable when running the AC in summer. Last time on mountain roads with continuous curves, ECT PWR made the transmission respond much quicker, though engine noise also became more noticeable.
The ECT PWR function is commonly found in Toyota automatic transmission models, primarily altering the gear-shifting logic of the transmission. When the button is pressed, the transmission delays upshifting, keeping the engine in a higher RPM range for more robust torque output. It's like switching from a leisurely walk in normal mode to a light jog with ECT PWR engaged. I particularly enjoy using it during long-distance drives, especially on continuous uphill sections. Note that this mode increases fuel consumption and makes tire noise more noticeable, so it's advisable to turn it off after overtaking.
