Which mode do you prefer -normal,eco or sport and why

[FlySwatter]

I have been keeping any eye on my RPMs since it was brought to my attention, and rarely (like going up a steep hill, or getting on an entrance ramp) does it climb above 2000RPM. I acknowledge that the manual does indeed say to keep it in the 2-4K RPM range, but considering that you have to manually shift into lower gears to do so is unrealistic for the average (98%) owner who is going to use their automatic transmission like an automatic transmission; it just isn't going to happen. I'm not crapping on the idea of doing so, I'm just saying that the vast majority of Hyundais are not going to be "properly broken in" during this initial 600 mile period, based on the RPM yardstick we've been batting around.

 

[Nikgen]

I have been keeping any eye on my RPMs since it was brought to my attention, and rarely (like going up a steep hill, or getting on an entrance ramp) does it climb above 2000RPM. I acknowledge that the manual does indeed say to keep it in the 2-4K RPM range, but considering that you have to manually shift into lower gears to do so is unrealistic for the average (98%) owner who is going to use their automatic transmission like an automatic transmission; it just isn't going to happen. I'm not crapping on the idea of doing so, I'm just saying that the vast majority of Hyundais are not going to be "properly broken in" during this initial 6000 mile period, based on the RPM yardstick we've been batting around.

I don't disagree with that assessment - was just pointing out how I managed to keep the RPM's within the reco'd range in the first 600 miles.

 

[FlySwatter]

I don't disagree with that assessment - was just pointing out how I managed to keep the RPM's within the reco'd range in the first 600 miles.

Which I completely understand. I also noticed my original message added an extra "0". I edited that post to reflect 600 miles, not 6000 miles. Woops.

 

[darthspader]

In my genny 5.0 sport all day and I got a hook up for 2.99 premium gas at a BP.

 

[gameday22]

For everyday driving the 5.0 in economy mode does just fine and it's showing 27-29mpg on the highway....when I demand power it's still plenty responsive. On a twisty road I love putting it in sports mode, the engine & transmission really seem to find the right balance in almost all situations and it's a blast to wind out the gears every once in a while. I do notice a small lag at times from the paddle shifters so I've been using the +/- shift lever instead.

 

[Seattle Genesis]

Eco, sport, normal, snow. They all show on the screen that the transmission, steering and the suspension changes. If you look real close at the image of each mode the shocks are highlighted. So I would assume the suspensions also changes with each mode, but I can not find that info In the manuals. Can some one verify it actually does change? It feels different going down the road.

 

[jjurado]

Yes, the transmission does change. The car is equipped with an electronic tranmission and dampers and they actually change when you choose a different driving setting.

 

[italiabrain]

Eco, sport, normal, snow. They all show on the screen that the transmission, steering and the suspension changes. If you look real close at the image of each mode the shocks are highlighted. So I would assume the suspensions also changes with each mode, but I can not find that info In the manuals. Can some one verify it actually does change? It feels different going down the road.

The adaptive "CDC" suspension is on the 5.0 Ultimate only in the US. I'm not sure if the graphic on other models includes the suspension or not. My butt-meter says that eco and normal are the same or very close on suspension settings, but I can definitely feel a lot more road imperfection and a bit less lean and squat with sport mode. Snow mode makes huge changes to throttle and transmission mapping, but I haven't played with it enough to say anything about steering or suspension.

 

[lobsenza]

I like the steering feel and suspension in sport mode. But, i prefer normal mode for transmission shifting. Overall, I prefer normal mode. I wish sport mode could be selected without changing the normal transmisison logic.

 

[ckon]

I like the steering feel and suspension in sport mode. But, i prefer normal mode for transmission shifting. Overall, I prefer normal mode. I wish sport mode could be selected without changing the normal transmisison logic.

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[Mark_888]

I have been keeping any eye on my RPMs since it was brought to my attention, and rarely (like going up a steep hill, or getting on an entrance ramp) does it climb above 2000RPM. I acknowledge that the manual does indeed say to keep it in the 2-4K RPM range, but considering that you have to manually shift into lower gears to do so is unrealistic for the average (98%) owner who is going to use their automatic transmission like an automatic transmission; it just isn't going to happen. I'm not crapping on the idea of doing so, I'm just saying that the vast majority of Hyundais are not going to be "properly broken in" during this initial 600 mile period, based on the RPM yardstick we've been batting around.

At least you should do the best you can to run the RPM's in that 2-4K range, or accelerate up to that range reasonably often during the break-in. No one expects that one can drive the car all the time in that RPM range. Also note the precaution to avoid constant RPM's.

The purpose of the recommendation is to ensure that piston rings seat properly, and that means there needs to be enough friction to do that. That is also one reason why some suggest not using synthetic oil during the break-in period.

Obviously, treat the brakes exactly the opposite, and avoid sudden stops if possible during the break-in period.

 

[jlew64]

Sport won't allow high gear to stay selected - even if you manually select a higher gear it will still downshift back to a more responsive gear for quicker acceleration without a downshift. Psst: It is more fun, though.

In my experience, if you move the shift lever to the left, the tranny will hold a higher gear in sport mode... it''ll eventually downshift as you slow down but will then hold the lower gear as you approach redline as you accelerate. Not sure if it will eventually upshift at redline... didn't want to wind the nuts off it to find out!

 

[Huddleston]

normal mode for me. I rarely switch it.

 

[lobsenza]

I like sport mode, except for the delayed transmission shifting (i like the steering and suspension changes). I mostly use normal mode because I dislike the delayed shifting more than i like the tighter suspension and steering.

 

[Analog]

AWD w/Tech. Normal for most driving. Eco: never. Snow: never, but will probably try it when I get the chance.

Sport is used either when I'm actually enthusiastically driving or when I want a bit of engine braking without doing it manually using the paddles. For example if I'm in stop and go traffic I will use sport just to make it easier to brake without braking. It's better for traffic to keep an average pace than to constantly accelerate and brake, plus more engaging for me, less wear on the car, oh and I suppose it gets better mpg too. I'm sure I could do better with eco and even larger gaps but I am nowhere near that patient!

As someone else here mentioned, sport acts differently with cruise control on. It will engage those lazier gears. In all modes the throttle response is dulled while using cruise control, a feature I personally can't stand.


I don't believe the suspension is modified for any model except the 5.0 Ultimate with continuous damping, however it will FEEL like it since the electronic steering is greatly modified and you legitimately CAN feel much more of the road. Impacts that are transmitted through the wheel would make it feel rougher even though the ride is the same. That being said, I don't know that for a fact, but I've always kept an eye out for it and I've never seen anything that mentioned the 3.8 or base 5.0 modifying suspension based on mode.


I do know the transmission mapping is not only different but also if you have AWD the distribution changes from somewhere in the 50/50 range to 80/20 rear and front, respectively. Theoretically this helps with handling but I've never kicked the tail out and don't really plan to (Hello, fellow Genesis sedan owner demographic!)

 

[Aquineas]

The first things I do when I start the car:

1. Reset my XM radio channel off the intro channel
2. Activate auto-hold
3. Activate Eco-Mode

I keep it on Eco unless I need the power.

 

[Alwaysforward]

The first things I do when I start the car:

1. Reset my XM radio channel off the intro channel
2. Activate auto-hold
3. Activate Eco-Mode

I keep it on Eco unless I need the power.

Close...

1. Activate auto-hold
2. Activate Eco-Mode
3. Press Media button to listen to Podcast or leave it on the Radio
4. Also with the Montecito Blue (which is the fastest color) I make to smile as I fly by the white Gennys

I keep it on Eco unless I need the power also.

 

[srobak]

Eco - at least not in the winter. Because I am on the expressways and doing 75 to 100 miles a day. If I really need to give it the beans - just push down the throttle til it stops - then push it a little harder - so it hits the "go fast" button under the pedal. No lie - for those of you that haven't tried it yet.... feel for it with the car off in the driveway first. She will jump up no matter what mode it is in if you take it that far.

 

[lobsenza]

I believe eco mode also reduces the running of the AC compressor, but i am not sure. This sin't good most of the year in TX.

 

[Alwaysforward]

It is hot here in FL and I have seen no reduction of the AC what so ever.