What does NORMAL mean on a car?
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NORMAL on a car refers to the standard driving mode. Cars have various driving modes, such as ECO mode and SPORT mode, each represented by different letters. NORMAL mode is also a commonly used mode for cars, where the vehicle's performance is relatively balanced in terms of fuel economy, quietness, and power. Common driving modes for cars include: 1. SPORT mode, also known as the power mode, where the car's power performance is prioritized, ensuring the vehicle's power is adequate; 2. ECO mode, also known as the economy or energy-saving mode, where the car's fuel economy is good and fuel consumption is low, but the vehicle's power is correspondingly reduced.
Every time I see the NORMAL button in the car, I immediately select this mode—it's the most practical for daily commutes. When I first got the car, I tried all the driving modes one by one. SPORT mode is too sensitive on the throttle and guzzles fuel, while ECO feels sluggish and frustrating. NORMAL strikes the perfect balance. In this mode, the engine doesn’t artificially lower RPMs, the transmission shifts smoothly, and it handles stop-and-go city traffic without jerking, while still delivering prompt acceleration for highway overtakes. With my SUV in NORMAL mode, fuel consumption drops by about 2L/100km compared to SPORT. I especially remember using NORMAL in rainy conditions—the ESP intervention is just right, preventing skids without aggressively cutting power. The steering weight is also perfectly tuned to my preference, making three-hour drives fatigue-free.
