TOW mode

TOW mode

When towing a trailer, select TOW mode to adjust the shift pattern for heavy loads and ensure smoother driving.


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Press TOW mode button on the instrument panel to activate the TOW mode function.

The vehicle will adjust the power output, transmission, braking, and ESC to assist towing. TOW mode indicator will be shown on the instrument cluster.

In P (Park), you can set the weight of the trailer you want to tow through the Trailer menu from the infotainment system screen.

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When driving in TOW mode, it is not possible to switch between DRIVE MODE and TERRAIN MODE.

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Driving your vehicle
- Before driving
  Before you get into your vehicle, examine the vehicle and its surroundings. After you get into your vehicle, check a number of things before driving, as described in this section.
- ENGINE START/STOP button
  The ENGINE START/STOP button illuminates when the front door is opened for your convenience. The light turns off approximately 30 seconds after the door is closed. It also turns off immediately when the theft-alarm system is armed.
- Automatic Transmission (AT)
  The automatic transmission has 6 forward speeds and 1 reverse speed. The transmission selects the individual speeds automatically depending on the balance between the fuel economy and the power.
- Paddle shifter
  The paddle shift function is available when the vehicle is in D (Drive).
- Brake system
  Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes, a parking brake, and various braking system enhancements for safe driving.
- Vehicle safety system
- Vehicle auto shut-off system
  The Vehicle Auto Shut-off system automatically turns your vehicle off after a certain amount of time (set by you) to reduce fuel and energy consumption and prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Coasting
  When a deceleration event is predicted by analyzing the navigation path and road information, the driver is notified when to release the accelerator pedal. A single notification sound and a cluster indicator inform the driver, helping to reduce unnecessary fuel consumption and minimize brake use.
- Drive mode integrated control system
  The drive mode integrated control system allows the driver to select the drive mode appropriate for the surrounding environment.
- All Wheel Drive (AWD)
  When you activate all-wheel drive (AWD), it distributes driving forces appropriately to the front and rear wheels. AWD could improve driving performance by maximizing the driving force of the vehicle on severe road conditions, such as steep hills or unpaved or slippery roads.
- Green Zone Drive Mode
  To protect the atmospheric environment in urban areas, EV mode automatically expands when the vehicle enters a road inside the Green Zone based on navigation information, and also when departing from home based on the driving history.
- Active Air Flap (AAF)
  Active Air Flap (AAF) controls the air flap below the front bumper to cool vehicle parts and improve fuel economy.
- TOW mode
  When towing a trailer, select TOW mode to adjust the shift pattern for heavy loads and ensure smoother driving.
- Economical operation
- Special driving conditions
  In poor weather or road conditions, you should drive even more carefully than usual.
- Winter driving
  Severe winter weather can lead to increased tire wear and additional issues. To minimize issues related to winter driving, you should follow the suggestions in these sections:
- Trailer towing
  If you are considering towing a trailer with your vehicle, you should first check with your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to determine their legal requirements.
- Vehicle load limit
  The tire and loading information label on the driver side door displays your vehicle’s load limit.
- Vehicle weight
  This section offers guidance for properly loading your vehicle to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability. Properly loading your vehicle maximizes your vehicle’s design performance. Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle’s weight ratings, from your vehicle’s specifications, and from the certification label: