I got the 2025 Niro recently and noticed it resets the regen one level down from the maximum whenever I restart or change gears. Is there a way to make it stay in i-Pedal mode by default?
No, you can’t make i-Pedal stay on by default. This is how the system is designed, not a bug. Many people on other forums have mentioned the same.
Wren said:
No, you can’t make i-Pedal stay on by default. This is how the system is designed, not a bug. Many people on other forums have mentioned the same.
That’s a bit annoying since I like getting the most out of the battery. I guess I’ll just have to keep switching it back manually every time.
@Kenan
If you’re aiming for efficiency, i-Pedal isn’t actually the best option. The most efficient method is to use the lowest auto-regen setting. This allows the car to coast more, avoiding the energy losses from converting momentum into electricity and back again. Even if you use the brake pedal, it still regenerates unless you’re braking hard during an emergency stop.
@Zion
Interesting, I thought using max regen was always better. I don’t slam the brakes when using i-Pedal though—I ease off the accelerator to try and simulate a smooth stop. I just found out about the auto regen setting too.
@Kenan
A lot of people think the same. Some even believe that using the brake pedal engages friction brakes more often, but it doesn’t unless you brake hard. The auto regen setting, especially at level 1, works really well for general driving. It starts with light regen and increases as needed, like when approaching stopped traffic. Plus, it helps maintain the brake pads since they’re used so rarely.
@Kenan
I used to stick with i-Pedal but found auto regen more efficient for my mostly suburban driving.
Kasey said:
@Kenan
I used to stick with i-Pedal but found auto regen more efficient for my mostly suburban driving.
I mostly drive in suburbs too. Switching to auto regen now, thanks.
@Kenan
There are a few auto regen levels to choose from. I don’t think the efficiency changes much between them, so go with what feels comfortable. I like using the left paddle for stoplights—it’s kind of fun to time it right and let the car hold itself until I accelerate again.
Kasey said:
@Kenan
I used to stick with i-Pedal but found auto regen more efficient for my mostly suburban driving.
How do I turn on auto regen? I have a 2024 Wave model.
Kasey said:
@Kenan
I used to stick with i-Pedal but found auto regen more efficient for my mostly suburban driving.
How do I turn on auto regen? I have a 2024 Wave model.
Hold the right paddle behind the steering wheel for a few seconds.
@Kasey
Wow, that worked! Thanks!
@Zion
I think i-Pedal is better for city traffic. I usually stick with level 1 regen for everything else—it seems to strike a good balance. Auto regen also works great when set to the lowest level.
Kai said:
@Zion
I think i-Pedal is better for city traffic. I usually stick with level 1 regen for everything else—it seems to strike a good balance. Auto regen also works great when set to the lowest level.
It’s definitely more comfortable in traffic, but is it really the most efficient option?
@Zion
I don’t agree. I-Pedal reduces brake use, which helps extend the life of your brake pads. You can still simulate coasting with i-Pedal if you ease off the accelerator. The efficiency difference is small if you’re slowing at the same rate as coasting.
@Dexter
Using the brake pedal doesn’t activate friction brakes most of the time. Just keep an eye on the energy flow indicator to see how it’s regenerating.