The main factors that the driver can influence to extend the range are speed, driving style and climatization settings. Each factor has a meter that indicates the energy use. When the meter changes color from blue to orange the driver should check their energy use for more economical driving.
Speed: The vehicle's average speed during the last minute.
Driving style: The acceleration and braking behavior during the last few minutes.
Climate control: The estimated average consumption based on the current climatization settings.
Next to the estimated range, there are two numbers that indicate expected short and long range based on high and low consumption, respectively. These values are defined as:
Long range: Assumes typical city driving with climate system off.
Short range: Assumes highway driving at high speed with the climate system on.
Consumption is shown in kWh/100 km when the vehicle is in motion and as kW (kWh/h) when stationary. The value is instantaneous and will therefore indicate high values during accelerations and up hills.
Optimize range
The range optimization function adjusts the climate settings to save energy and thus extend the vehicle's range.
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Note
Heater power is reduced in cold ambient temperatures. If the passenger compartment climate feels too cool, deactivate range optimization.
Cooling is limited in warm ambient temperatures. If the passenger compartment climate feels too warm, deactivate range optimization.
Problems with misting may occur because the AC function that adjusts air humidity is limited.
Because the AC function is limited, air recirculation increases, which could cause the air quality to be perceived as less comfortable, especially in the rear seat.