Activating and deactivating sport mode for electronic stability control

The stability system (ESC1) is always activated – it cannot be switched off. However, the driver can select sport mode, which allows for a more active driving experience.
P5-1946-Electronic Stability Control in Sport Mode

The driver display indicates activated ESC Sport Mode by displaying this symbol with a constant glow until the function is deactivated or the engine is switched off. The next time the engine is started, the system is back in its normal mode again.

P5-1507-Electronic Stability Control, sport mode symbol

Activate or deactivate the function using this button in the centre display's function view.

  • Illuminated button – the function is activated.
  • Extinguished button – the function is deactivated.

The Sport mode function cannot be selected when one of the following functions is activated:

  • Speed limiter
  • Cruise control
  • Adaptive cruise control*
  • Pilot Assist*
  • When using other driver supports that help the driver steer and/or maintain speed.
  1. 1 Electronic Stability Control
  2. * Option/accessory.