Before driving
- Whenever possible, precondition the vehicle before driving by connecting the charging cable to an electrical outlet.
- If preconditioning is not possible when it is cold outside, use seat and steering wheel heating first. Avoid heating the entire passenger compartment so as to not draw current from the start battery.
- The type of tires and inflation pressure used could affect energy consumption – consult an authorized Volvo retailer for advice on suitable tires.
- Remove unnecessary items from the vehicle - the heavier the load, the higher the fuel consumption.
While driving
- Activate Pure drive mode.
- Activate the Hold function at high speeds when traveling farther than is possible using the hybrid battery's capacity.
- Whenever possible, avoid using the Charge function to charge the hybrid battery.
- Maintain a steady speed and a generous following distance to traffic ahead to minimize braking. Use engine braking if possible.
- Brake lightly using the brake pedal. The hybrid battery is recharged while braking.
- Higher speeds increase energy consumption because air resistance increases with speed.
- In a cold climate, reduce heating of the windshield/rear window, mirrors, seats and the steering wheel.
- Avoid driving with the windows open.
- Do not use the accelerator pedal to keep the vehicle stationary on an uphill gradient. Instead, activate auto-hold brake when stationary.
- If possible, turn off the climate system when driving shorter distances after preconditioning.
After driving
- If possible, park in a climate-controlled garage with vehicle charging outlets or stations.