Slow acceleration on Toyota Auris - how high to rev?

[Auris_owner_2023]

I have a 1.8L toyota auris 2011 which is extremely slow to speed up - I am not using eco mode (I leave it in the standard, non power mode).

How high could I safely allow my revs to go on a consistent basis every roundabout? In my daily commute I have about 10 roundabouts which go on for 2 miles - so you speed up to 60-70mph then have to slow down again.

 

Is it safe to consistently go into the power range of revs? 

 

I know this is a rather daft question but this car seems much more timid on the throttle than others I am used to.

 

Many thanks,

S

[Saxmaniac]

It sounds like you've only just bought the car and not used to how a hybrid drives? The throttle response does feel flat compared to most normal cars but you get used to it over time. Gradual acceleration, smooth throttle control is best, personally I almost never need to go into that high revving zone and let all those BMW drivers fly by. If you need every ounce of power, let it rev and after a delay the thing will give some good acceleration, you just don't get the instant torque like normal cars 

[Catlover]

7 hours ago, Auris_owner_2023 said:

Is it safe to consistently go into the power range of revs? 

I know this is a rather daft question but this car seems much more timid on the throttle than others I am used to.

I don’t see any problem going in the “power” range….it’s an economy indicator…meaning the mpg drops the longer you in the power band.

if you wanting to move more briskly through that roundabout system then use the “sport” mode instead of “eco” or “normal mode”. You can change modes as you are driving, no need to stop, it’s all done electronically.

We used to get 54 - 64 mpg depending on season of the year. 64 in the summer.  If you have only recently got the car you will learn that air temperature needs to be in double figures centigrade to get real good fuel economy,

Take a look on YouTube at “driving a Toyota Auris hybrid” for tips re fuel economy driving.

If you really interested in fuel economy you need to get  Gen3/Gen4 Prius. The Gen3 (2009-2016) will give you up to 10mpg more than an Auris hybrid. It’s the same hybrid parts as the Auris. The difference being the Prius has been designed from its concept to cut through the air efficiently.

 

[Catlover]

Just now, Catlover said:

I don’t see any problem going in the “power” range….it’s an economy indicator…meaning the mpg drops the longer you in the power band.

if you wanting to move more briskly through that roundabout system then use the “sport” mode instead of “eco” or “normal mode”. You can change modes as you are driving, no need to stop, it’s all done electronically.

In our Auris we used to get 54 - 64 mpg depending on season of the year. 64 in the summer.  If you have only recently got the car you will learn that air temperature needs to be in double figures centigrade to get real good fuel economy,  Ensure you have a clean air filter.

Take a look on YouTube at “driving a Toyota Auris hybrid” for tips re fuel economy driving.

If you really interested in fuel economy you need to get  Gen3/Gen4 Toyota Prius. The Gen3 (2009-2016) will give you up to 10mpg more than an Auris hybrid. It’s the same hybrid parts as the Auris. The difference being the Prius has been designed from its concept to cut through the air efficiently.

 

 

[TonyHSD]

13 hours ago, Auris_owner_2023 said:

I have a 1.8L toyota auris 2011 which is extremely slow to speed up - I am not using eco mode (I leave it in the standard, non power mode).

How high could I safely allow my revs to go on a consistent basis every roundabout? In my daily commute I have about 10 roundabouts which go on for 2 miles - so you speed up to 60-70mph then have to slow down again.

 

Is it safe to consistently go into the power range of revs? 

 

I know this is a rather daft question but this car seems much more timid on the throttle than others I am used to.

 

Many thanks,

S

Hi, 

if that’s your first hybrid then it might be very unusual to you how the car drives. There is no problem at all to push it to the max even it’s good from time to time, you can easily go into the power section and to the end of the power counter without any risk of damage or problems, only efficiency will be reduced slightly. 
If the car is new to you and depending on the mileage get it properly serviced; oil, all filters, spark plugs, both coolant etc. Check your tyres pressure on cold and adjust accordingly. Use 99 E5 fuel and I guarantee you your car will feel totally different. If it’s a low mileage example, add some petrol additives wynns injector cleaner, or wynns catalytic converter and lambda sensor cleaner, these two works a magic. I have the same car and I drive a lot, I did all that above and my car drives superb, powerful and quiet. I only fill up Tesco 99 👍

[Cyker]

I wouldn't worry - if anything it's good for the engine to see higher RPMs and get some good heat in from time to time.

Running at virtually the same RPM all the time for the life of the car can cause the cylinders to lip, and only running cool allows deposits to build up on the valves, injectors, spark plugs, cylinder head etc.

Like, don't go crazy, but you don't have to drive slow either  

Once mine has warmed up to operating temperature, I take no prisoners with the accelerator  

[furtula]

Car will run better if you push it a bit from time to time, don't be afraid to do it.