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DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING

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The vehicle range depends on vehicle usage conditions, equipment fitted and the user’s driving style. To optimise the energy consumption, please refer to the following advice.

Depending on the vehicle, you will be provided with functions which enable you to lower the energy consumption:

- ECO mode, activated by the ECO button;

- charge meter.

ECO mode

The ECO function optimises vehicle range by limiting engine performance. It acts upon certain power consuming systems in the vehicle (heating, air conditioning, power-assisted steering etc.) and on certain driving actions (acceleration, cruise control, deceleration etc.).

Activating the function

Press switch 1.

Warning light 2 will come on the instrument panel and the integrated warning light on the switch will light up.

While driving, it is possible to exit the ECO mode temporarily in order to improve engine performance.

To do this, press the accelerator pedal firmly and fully.

ECO mode is reactivated when you take pressure off the accelerator pedal.

Disabling the function

Press switch 1.

Warning light 2 and the integrated warning light on the switch will go out.

The cruise control switches to standby each time the ECO mode is activated or deactivated. Please refer to the information on “Cruise control/speed limiter: cruise control function” in Section 2.

Charge meter

(on the instrument panel)

The charge meter gives the driver a real-time view of the vehicle’s energy recovery or consumption.

“Energy recovery” usage zone A

When driving, if you lift your foot off the accelerator pedal or apply the brake, the motor generates electrical current during deceleration, and this energy is used to slow down the vehicle and recharge the traction battery.

Energy recovery features

The motor generates a more significant engine brake than a conventional vehicle.

After a maximum charge for the traction battery and during the first few miles when driving the vehicle, the engine brake is temporarily reduced. Please adapt your driving style accordingly.

“Neutral” 0 usage zone

Indicates nil consumption.

“Recommended consumption” usage zone B

The traction battery supplies the electrical energy required for the motor to move the vehicle.

“Consumption not recommended” usage zone C

Indicates high energy consumption.