ECO Mode vs Normal Mode

[h1k3rb]

Mavster....doesn't Sport also boost the RPM a bit at all speeds? Sure does give it that extra "punch" in the get up.

There is a noticeable difference with Sport mode in hybrids and have found in my use of it that the engine runs all the time at higher rpm for quicker response. It also delays Ecoboost shifting to maintain higher rpm's.

Ford says it provides a sportier steering feel too and I've noticed that driving up mountain switchbacks.

https://www.ford.com/support/how-to...n/whats-your-ford-maverick-pickup-drive-mode/

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[BLUEOVALRACER]

There is a noticeable difference with Sport mode in hybrids and have found in my use of it that the engine runs all the time at higher rpm for quicker response. It also delays Ecoboost shifting to maintain higher rpm's.

Ford says it provides a sportier steering feel too and I've noticed that driving up mountain switchbacks.

https://www.ford.com/support/how-to...n/whats-your-ford-maverick-pickup-drive-mode/

That's what I don't like on My 2.0 EB in sport mode where it delays shifting to maintain higher rpm's.

 

[Jasun]

I own a 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid XL. I am going on a 400 mile trip one way I start in Hurricane Utah going to Anahiem CA (yuk) Elevation from 2500 ft up tp 4200 ft and then down to 300 ft Speed will range from 75 to 55 MPH 90% highway.

My question is which would be smarter in BOTH gas and wear and tear on the truck.

Normal mode. Eco mainly softens throttle and reduces HVAC load, it does not change gearing or make the hybrid system work less on long highway runs. At 55 to 75 mph the biggest fuel factor is speed, so use cruise control, keep it closer to 60 to 65 when you can, and let the truck handle climbs in normal. For wear and tear, steady speed and smooth inputs matter more than the mode.

 

[SteveM]

My round trip commute is 100 miles. I use ECO, and here's why. I have found that in ECO mode, my truck will run in full electric mode, (with enough battery charge, and 10% or less power demand), at higher speeds. In Normal mode, I can get full electric up to about 63 mph. In ECO mode I can get full electric up to 69 mph. I would suggest you try all modes, and see what works best for you.

 

[MetalsGeek]

I kinda like ECO mode in low-speed driving because it gets the Mav into electric drive more easily. IF your driving habits are tuned to take advantage of this, I think it can help you get slightly better MPG. The downside (I suspect) is that it starts and stops the ICE more frequently which could increase wear. The change in throttle position mapping is annoying but manageable. If you're going fast enough that the ICE remains running, I doubt there is any benefit at all.

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

I would never use Eco mode in hills, especially in conjunction with cruise control.

Agreed.
Living in the most mountainous state in the lower 48.
I tend to "drive the terrain." Meaning, faster going downhill to build up momentum for the uphill slog.
Something my aunt and uncle taught me back in the '70s living in western Colorado.

 

[Mr Mike]

Eco mode only helps if you are driving on very flat ground for miles. And in cruise control. Any kind of hills is a waste of time.

 

[RR - All the way]

I drove my 22 EB 28k miles and averaged 30.3 mpg actual. Mostly country roads and used eco except when highways were wet and used slippery. Would I have gotten this mpg figure with Normal. I do not know.

After reading this forum, I did a little test tonight. Granted this was a one-time deal and perhaps it would be different next time. I had about two thirds of a tank of gas when I left on a 19-mile trip. I was trying Normal on this tank for the first time. When I left the mpg on the display was 27.9. It stayed the same until I arrived at my destination. On the way home, I used Eco. On both legs of the trip on the same road I used cruise set at 57 mph. When I got home, the mpg on the display read 29.3. The average had gone up 1.4 mpg over only 19 miles. My total of miles of driven plus miles to empty had gone up 5 miles.

I will finish this tank on Normal and compare actual mileage with my actual mileage for the first 5K miles on Eco.

 

[HeyBales]

My round trip commute is 100 miles. I use ECO, and here's why. I have found that in ECO mode, my truck will run in full electric mode, (with enough battery charge, and 10% or less power demand), at higher speeds. In Normal mode, I can get full electric up to about 63 mph. In ECO mode I can get full electric up to 69 mph. I would suggest you try all modes, and see what works best for you.

25MY gearing change and/or bigger traction motor is likely reason you should be able to get up to 15% power limit - bummer if they didn't allow that at higher speeds like lower, perfect opportunity.

Though - my 24MY in Normal mode was keeping 70 on cruise, and on a trip when wind and flat where a good combo and indeed below 10% power - and slipped into EV several times.
Surprised me, must not usually hit the right combo to see it.
So many times though - only needed about 12% power to overcome a slight incline or burst of wind from semi. Fail on the pre-25MY!

 

[HeyBales]

I drove my 22 EB 28k miles and averaged 30.3 mpg actual. Mostly country roads and used eco except when highways were wet and used slippery. Would I have gotten this mpg figure with Normal. I do not know.

After reading this forum, I did a little test tonight. Granted this was a one-time deal and perhaps it would be different next time. I had about two thirds of a tank of gas when I left on a 19-mile trip. I was trying Normal on this tank for the first time. When I left the mpg on the display was 27.9. It stayed the same until I arrived at my destination. On the way home, I used Eco. On both legs of the trip on the same road I used cruise set at 57 mph. When I got home, the mpg on the display read 29.3. The average had gone up 1.4 mpg over only 19 miles. My total of miles of driven plus miles to empty had gone up 5 miles.

I will finish this tank on Normal and compare actual mileage with my actual mileage for the first 5K miles on Eco.

Since you are in an EB compared to hybrid the thread is on - you have some factors to consider for short tests. Some of these really make a difference to hybrid, like inclines, and your nice speed point for cruise.

Hill profiles the same both directions?
Wind the same both directions?
AC on for the same level of cooling?
If inclines - did one mode allow cruise control speed dropping before regaining set point, compared to keeping it nailed the whole incline?

At least short enough trip that fuel weight not really a consideration.

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