Hyundai Sonata: Drive Mode Integrated Control System / SPORT mode

Hyundai Sonata LF 2014-2019 Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Drive Mode Integrated Control System / SPORT mode

SPORT mode manages the driving dynamics by automatically adjusting the steering effort, the engine and transmission control logic for enhanced driver performance.

When SPORT mode is selected by pressing the DRIVE MODE button, the SPORT indicator will illuminate.
Whenever the engine is restarted, the Drive Mode will revert back to COMFORT mode. If SPORT mode is desired, re-select SPORT mode from the DRIVE MODE button.
When SPORT mode is activated:
- The engine rpm will tend to remain raised over a certain length of time even after releasing the accelerator
- Upshifts are delayed when accelerating

Information

In SPORT mode, the fuel efficiency may decrease.

ECO mode

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