ECO mode safe or bad for it?

[jimbo285]

I heard people talk about the bad side effects of operating vehicles (specifically motorcycles and Can-An Spyders) in ECO mode. Don’t recall exactly but I thought it changes air fuel mixture detrimental for longevity. Anywhos, does anyone have specific knowledge of Toyota’s ECO mode doing anything bad, or is it just changing gas pedal and shift points for actual fuel economy? Thanks to everyone for all the knowledge shared here too.

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[Joestac]

I heard people talk about the bad side effects of operating vehicles (specifically motorcycles and Can-An Spyders) in ECO mode. Don’t recall exactly but I thought it changes air fuel mixture detrimental for longevity. Anywhos, does anyone have specific knowledge of Toyota’s ECO mode doing anything bad, or is it just changing gas pedal and shift points for actual fuel economy? Thanks to everyone for all the knowledge shared here too.

Page 406 in the manual. Think bottom line, no issue running it all the time. I am pretty sure a bunch of folks around here do.

"Helps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve
fuel economy through moderate
throttle characteristics and by controlling
the operation of the air conditioning
system (heating/cooling)"

 

[Nodak]

personally i run eco in winter time due to winters in ND and stop lights/stop signs and not spinning the wheels due to too much torque/hp. (this also helps in the 23 tundra for the wife more so since the majority of her torque is available at 1700 rpms and having a twin turbo in that v6 easily breaks traction even during the summer)

it usually reduces the output of the engine and gearing more so when tipping into the gas pedal.

during spring/summer/fall i run normal or custom mode (not really fond of the increased steering input required during sport modes)

the only real noticeable issue i see is the engine lugs at time since it tries to get into the highest gear it can too fast vs the old 5 spd. i mean i can run around 1400 rpms at 55 mph. but it does sit at 2100 rpms at 75 mph which was the same as the old 5th gen

it just feels different than the old 5th gen and it sounds like its lugging in gear when you are driving around town/highway speeds.

 

[FoozGrind]

Eco mode makes it feel like I am driving my 5th gen again. Brings back memories

 

[VasWander]

I never use ECO mode in my BMW it turns it into a boring gutless wonder. I actually do use it in my runner as I still have torque (it's a HV) and performs nearly as well as standard and hopefully saves fuel. I always put in Sport mode in the mountains and where I need to pass the idiots. It does surprisingly well for a lil 4 banger. It took 200 miles into my first trip towing my trailer that I realized in addition to activating my dash trailer settings that I ALSO had to activate TOW HAUL mode on the console.

 

[Gumpus]

The comment about Can-Am Spyders makes me curious but that must be an oddball. In genersl it's not bad at all snd could even help long-term since it's helping you drive more gently. My wife's CRV has spent 10 years snd 100,000 miles in ECO mode.

My phone's thoughts...

Economy mode (or Eco mode) optimizes your vehicle to use less fuel and reduce emissions. It achieves this by softening throttle response, shifting to higher gears sooner, and reducing the energy load from accessories like the air conditioning.The adjustments vary slightly by vehicle, but generally include the following core functionsamped Throttle Response: It makes the gas pedal less sensitive, ensuring gradual acceleration and preventing sudden bursts of speed that consume extra fuel.Optimized Transmission Mapping: The car shifts into higher gears at lower RPMs to keep the engine running smoothly and efficiently.Reduced A/C Load: Climate control systems are often scaled back or allowed to fluctuate slightly to take pressure off the engine.

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