Driving
– Have maintenance performed regularly on the
vehicle.
Statistics
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
– Do not let the engine run while the vehicle
parked.
You can display statistics about the trips traveled
using electric power and those using fuel. The
values are taken from the short-term memory
and long-term memory of the trip computer.
– Do not drive with winter tires during the summ-
er.
– Use the Start/Stop system.
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Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Vehicle
data.
If necessary, scroll to the e-tron short-term
statistics or e-tron long-term statistics.
– Utilize the engine braking effect.
– Avoid driving short distances when possible.
– Plug-in hybrid drive: If you must brake the vehi-
cle and coasting is not possible, then switch
quickly from the accelerator pedal to the brake
pedal and press the brake with steady pressure.
This allows the best possible use of recupera-
tion.
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Vehicle sound
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
The electric drive system generates considerably
less noise than a combustion engine. An artificial
vehicle sound is generated during electric driving
so that the vehicle can be heard from the outside.
At high speeds, the vehicle sound will fade out.
Tips
The amount of noise produced by the vehicle
can increase significantly when driving with a
sporty style. Show respect to others around
you and the environment with the way you op-
erate your vehicle, especially at night.
WARNING
Other road users may not be able to clearly
hear electric vehicles when they are driving.
This increases the risk of an accident, particu-
larly when driving in areas with little traffic,
when maneuvering, or when driving in re-
verse.
Energy management
Your vehicle is equipped with an intelligent ener-
gy management system for distributing electrici-
ty. This significantly improves the starting ability
and increases the vehicle battery life.
Efficient and environmentally-friendly
driving
Tips
– If you drive short distances frequently, the
vehicle battery may not charge enough
while driving. As a result, convenience func-
tions for electrical equipment may be tem-
porarily unavailable.
Your driving style greatly influences the amount
of fuel and energy consumed, the environmental
impact, and the wear on the engine, brakes, and
tires. Note the following information for efficient
and environmentally-conscious driving:
– The vehicle battery will gradually drain if
the vehicle is not driven for long periods of
time, or if electrical equipment is used
when the engine is not running. To ensure
that the vehicle can still be started, the
electrical equipment will be limited or
turned off.
– Turn off electrical equipment that is not need-
ed, for example seat heating*.
– Anticipate upcoming traffic situations while
driving to avoid unnecessary acceleration and
braking.
– Avoid driving at high speeds.
– Avoid adding extra weight to the vehicle if pos-
sible, for example by not leaving roof racks or
bike racks installed when they are not needed.
– Make sure the tire pressure is correct.
Messages
The following messages may appear, depending
on the vehicle equipment:
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