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I only repeated what others had expressed when they tried it. No reason to wonder. Try it and let us know. I only know of one case, having multiple sources would help confirm.

My understanding is that the electronic throttle is good for a hybrid for obvious reasons. I've read that its purpose for gas only models make the car feel better than it is, for example if you are going up a hill while holding the throttle steady it will adjust throttle to maintain that speed.