Drive modes*
Using the drive modes it is possible to quickly have access to the car's numerous functions and settings for different driving needs. The following systems are adapted to obtain the best possible driving characteristics in each respective drive mode:
Select the drive mode that best suits the current driving conditions. Remember that not all drive modes can be selected in all situations.
Selecting drive mode
A message is shown when a drive mode is unselectable, for example:
- Cannot be selected because gear is in manual
- Cannot be selected due to low battery
- Cannot be selected due to low temperature
- Cannot be selected due to limitations
- Cannot be selected because speed is too high.
Selectable drive modes
COMFORT
- This is the car's normal mode.
When the car starts, it is in Comfort mode and the Start/Stop function is activated. These settings mean that the car feels comfortable, the steering is light, the shock absorption is soft and body's movement is smooth.
This drive mode is the certification mode for carbon dioxide emissions.
ECO
- Adapt the car for more energy-efficient and environmentally-conscious driving with the Eco mode.
The drive mode means e.g. that the Start/Stop function is activated, the ground clearance is lower to reduce wind resistance and the output of certain climate settings is reduced.
The driver display has an ECO gauge that facilitates fuel-efficient driving.
More information on this drive mode is found in the section "Drive mode ECO".
OFF ROAD
- Maximise the car's traction when driving in difficult terrain and on poor roads.
The drive mode provides high ground clearance, steering is light, all-wheel drive and the function for low speed control with hill descent control (Hill Descent Control) are activated. Start/Stop function is deactivated.
The drive mode can only be activated at low speeds and the speedometer shows the range for speed limitation. If this speed is exceeded, Off Road mode is suspended and another drive mode is activated.
In the Off Road mode the driver display has a compass between the speedometer and tachometer.
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DYNAMIC
- Dynamic mode means that the car has sportier characteristics and faster response to accelerating.
The gear changes become faster and more distinct, and the gearbox prioritises a gear with greater traction.
Steering response is faster, shock absorption is harder and a low ground clearance means that the body follows the roadway in order to reduce roll during cornering.
Start/Stop function is deactivated.
INDIVIDUAL
- Adapting a drive mode according to individual preferences.
Select a drive mode to start from, and then adjust the settings according to the desired driving characteristics. These settings are saved in an individual driver profile.
An individual drive mode is only available if it is first activated in the centre display.
In Preset, select a drive mode to start from: Eco, Comfort or Dynamic.
Possible adjustments apply to settings for:
- Driver Display
- Steering force
- Powertrain Characteristics
- Brake Characteristics
- Suspension Control
- ECO Climate
- Start/Stop.