Driving tips
Saving fuel
Therefore, switch off these functions if they are
not actually needed.
Use coasting conditions
When approaching a red light, take your foot off
the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to a halt.
On a downhill gradient, take your foot off the ac‐
celerator and let the vehicle roll.
Have maintenance carried out
Have vehicles maintained regularly to achieve
optimal vehicle economy and operating life.
Have the maintenance carried out by your serv‐
ice center.
The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting.
Switch off the engine during
longer stops
Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐
tem, refer to page 243.
Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,
at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic
congestion.
ECO PRO
Fuel savings are already achieved after the en‐
gine is turned off for as little as 4 seconds.
The concept
ECO PRO supports the driver in achieving high
fuel economy. Engine control and comfort func‐
tions, such as the climate control system, are
adjusted accordingly.
Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function
The Automatic Start/Stop Function of your ve‐
hicle automatically switches off the engine dur‐
ing a stop. Additional information on the Auto‐
matic Engine Start/Stop Function, refer to
page 56.
In addition, situation-related information can be
displayed that helps the driver achieve lower fuel
consumption.
The resulting range extension can be displayed
in the instrument cluster.
If the engine is stopped and then started again,
fuel consumption and emissions drop com‐
pared to an engine that runs permanently. Stop‐
ping the engine even for just a few seconds can
result in savings.
Activating ECO PRO
Press the button; the LED above the
button lights up.
Use of this system can cause premature wear on
certain vehicle components.
ECO PRO appears in the instrument cluster and
DSC is activated if necessary.
In addition, fuel consumption depends on other
factors as well, such as driving style, road con‐
ditions, maintenance, and environmental fac‐
tors.
Switch off any functions that
are not currently needed
Functions such as seat heating and the rear win‐
dow defroster require a lot of energy and con‐
sume additional fuel, especially in city and stop-
and-go traffic.
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