A typical driving cycle
A driving cycle starts when you unlock your car and ends when your car is powered down after driving.
The different situations and scenarios described here have their own sections in this manual with more detailed information.
Approaching and unlocking
Your car unlocks differently depending on which type of key you use. When your car unlocks, it also powers on.
Entering
When you enter your car, it can automatically select your profile if you use a connected key. It adjusts the driver's space and applies your profile settings for features and car behaviour. Additional features can be accessed when you are seated and ready to drive, such as climate and comfort.
Beginning your drive
The type of key you are using affects how you start the car. If you are using a key card or a discharged key, it needs to be placed on the card reader for you to be able to start driving. If your car detects a distance-capable key, you just have to keep it inside of the car.
To start driving, press the brake pedal and select a gear. Your car can notify you of any open doors, unbuckled seatbelts or other issues related to driving.
Tip
Parking
Your car will automatically apply the parking brake and enter a parked state. This is part of a gradual power-down as you get ready to leave the car. If you want to remain in your car after parking, with the climate and media features still available, you can activate the parking comfort feature.
You can also manually activate the parking brake by pressing the P button on the right-hand steering wheel stalk.
Powering down, locking and leaving
When you leave and lock your car it will gradually power down. This is done automatically and the car will enter a stand-by state.
You can also manually turn your car off via the display.