Driving
Switching automatic recuperation on/off
can drive in an efficient and environmentally con-
scious way by considering the following tips:
You can switch automatic recuperation on/off in
the Car menu depending on the active Audi drive
select mode ðpage 25.
– Select efficiency mode in Audi drive select.
– Activate the predictive efficiency messages.
– Switch off any electrical equipment you do not
need (e.g. seat heating).
When this function is switched on, the recupera-
tion braking effect is based on predictive control,
e.g. allowing for the road or traffic ahead, de-
pending on the vehicle's equipment.
– Anticipate the traffic conditions to avoid unnec-
essary acceleration and braking.
– Avoid driving at high speeds.
When this function is switched off, predictive
control is not used when the vehicle is coasting
and the vehicle is controlled based on the selec-
ted transmission position instead.
– Remove ballast, such as roof racks or rear carri-
ers, when not needed.
– Make sure the tyres are inflated to the correct
pressure.
When the ESC is restricted or switched off, the
automatic recuperation is unavailable and there
will be no braking effect.
– Have the vehicle serviced regularly.
– Do not leave the engine running while the car is
stopped.
– Do not use winter tyres in summer.
– Brake early and evenly in order to use the recu-
peration function.
WARNING
In certain situations, the recuperation func-
tion can brake the vehicle in anticipation of
the route or traffic ahead; however the recu-
peration braking effect is limited. Always be
ready to apply the brakes – risk of accident!
– Make use of the start/stop system.
– Make use of the engine braking effect.
– Avoid short trips.
Sporty driving can lead to significantly higher
noise emissions. Please therefore be aware of
your social responsibilities and consider the envi-
ronment and those around you, particularly at
night.
Information on the vehicle sound
Electric motors are much quieter than combus-
tion engines. To make the vehicle more audible
when driving under electric power, an artificial
vehicle sound is produced on models for some
countries. The vehicle sound is faded out at high-
er speeds.
Information on energy management
Your vehicle is equipped with a smart energy
management system to control the distribution
of electrical energy. This significantly improves
reliability when starting the engine, and also pro-
longs the life of the vehicle battery.
WARNING
Other road users may not hear an electric ve-
hicle when it is moving. This applies in partic-
ular in areas with traffic calming measures,
when manoeuvring or reversing – risk of acci-
dent!
If the vehicle is driven frequently on short trips,
the battery may not be sufficiently charged while
driving. In this case, certain convenience func-
tions for electrical equipment may be temporari-
ly unavailable.
Driving in an efficient and environmentally
conscious way
If the vehicle is left standing for long periods, or
if electrical equipment is used without running
the engine, the battery will gradually lose its
charge. To ensure that the vehicle can be started,
the electrical equipment is powered back or
switched off.
Fuel and energy economy, environmental impact
and wear on the power unit, brakes and tyres de-
pend largely on the way you drive the vehicle. You
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