Activating start and stop

The start and stop feature reduces fuel consumption and emissions by letting you temporarily turn the engine off during brief stops while keeping the car's systems active.

The start and stop feature lets you temporarily turn the engine off during brief stops, such as when you stop at a traffic light. It then turns the engine back on once you’re ready to drive again. This helps you reduce your fuel consumption and the car’s emissions.

You can see the status of the start and stop feature in the driver display.
The start and stop feature is active and the engine is temporarily turned off.
The start and stop feature is available but not active.
The start and stop feature is unavailable.

All of the car's systems continue to work while the engine is turned off by the start and stop feature. However, some functions, such as speaker volume, might operate at a reduced capacity until the engine is turned back on.

The start and stop feature is not available if:
  • The driver is not wearing a seatbelt.
  • The bonnet is open.
  • A trailer is connected to the car's electrical system.

Activating the start and stop feature

Press and hold the brake pedal when you're at a standstill or driving at very low speeds.
The engine temporarily turns off.

 Note

If you're driving with Pilot Assist active, the engine turns off after a few seconds.

Deactivating the start and stop feature

Release the brake pedal or gently press the accelerator.
The engine turns back on.