Driving economically conserves natural resources
Observe the following rules:
- Do not warm up the engine by idling. It is better to begin driving normally immediately after starting the engine. A cold engine uses more fuel than a warm engine and is subject to increased wear.
- Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle to drive short distances. The engine does not have time to reach a normal operating temperature and this leads to increased fuel consumption.
- Maintain a steady speed and a generous following distance to traffic ahead to minimize braking.
- For lower fuel consumption, activate Eco drive mode.
- Use the Eco Coast function in drive mode Eco - engine braking is deactivated, allowing the vehicle's kinetic energy to be used to roll greater distances.
- Use gear D as often as possible and avoid using the kick-down function.
- Fuel consumption is increased at high speeds - air resistance increases with speed.
- Remove unnecessary items from the vehicle - the heavier the load, the higher the fuel consumption.
- Maintain the correct pressure in the tires and check pressure regularly.
- The type of tires used could affect fuel consumption - consult a retailer for advice on suitable tires.
- Do not use winter tires after the winter season has ended.
- Roof loads increase air resistance and increase fuel consumption. Remove roof boxes, ski racks, etc. that are not in use.
- Avoid driving with the windows open.
- Using the trip computer's fuel consumption indicators can help you learn how to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease fuel consumption
- Dirty air cleaner.
- Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter.
- Incorrect front-end alignment.
- Incorrect wheel alignment.
Some of the above items and others are checked as part of Volvo's standard maintenance schedule.