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The state of the function is not saved when the

ignition is switched off.

C. Gearbox state indicator lamps (R, N, D/B)

Driving modes

The number and type of driving modes available

depend on the vehicle’s engine and equipment.

Driving modes are selected using one of the

following controls, depending on version:

If the battery is almost fully charged, the

braking effect when the accelerator pedal

is released may be limited.

Displays in the instrument

panel

When the ignition is switched on, the status of

the gearbox is displayed in the instrument panel:

P: park.

DS ACTIVE SCAN

SUSPENSION

This suspension adapts itself to the following

parameters: state and profile of the road, load

of the vehicle, driving style and selected driving

mode.

It is managed by a computer, which interprets the

data transmitted by different sensors to apply the

optimal level of damping to each shock absorber.

It is associated with a camera, located at the top

of the windscreen, which constantly monitors the

state of the road. Depending on the additional

information transmitted by the camera, the

suspension anticipates the possible defects of

the road.

R: reverse.

N: neutral.

D1 to D8: automatic forward gear.

B1 to B8: automatic forward gear with

regenerative braking function activated.

In all-electric driving, the gear engaged is not

indicated.

The state of the gearbox remains displayed in

the instrument panel for a few seconds after

switching off the ignition.

1. Pressing the control activates ECO mode. The

indicator lamp comes on.

2. Pressing the front of the control activates

SPORT mode; pressing the rear activates

ECO mode. The corresponding indicator lamp

comes on.

Regenerative braking

The regenerative braking function emulates

engine braking, slowing the vehicle with no

need to depress the brake pedal. The vehicle

slows more quickly when the driver releases the

accelerator pedal.

3. Pressing the control displays the modes on the

instrument panel.

It offers three modes: Comfort, Normal and Sport.

The mode can be selected using the DRIVE MODE

control on the central console.

For more information on the Driving modes,

please refer to the corresponding section.

When the accelerator pedal is released,

mechanical energy is recovered and used to

partially recharge the battery.

►ꢀ While in mode D/B, pushing the pulse selector

backwards activates/deactivates the function.

The D on the instrument panel is replaced with

a B.

The selected mode is activated immediately.

The choice of driving mode is also

managed by the DS SENSORIAL DRIVE

function; refer to the corresponding section.

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vehicle’s dynamic settings on the instrument

panel.

recommended. The ELECTRIC mode is available as

long as there is power left in the battery.

– Exterior temperature between 0°C and 45°C.

Manually exiting the mode

– Fully depress the accelerator pedal.

– Select another mode.

With petrol / Diesel engines

Whenever the ignition is switched on, NORMAL

MANUAL

mode is selected by default.

Permanent "Manual" mode with an automatic

gearbox and DS PARK PILOT.

Enables manual gear changing using the steering-

mounted paddles.

ECO

Reduces fuel consumption by optimising the

operation of the heating and air conditioning and,

depending on version, the accelerator pedal, the

automatic gearbox and the gear shift indicator.

Free-wheeling in ECO mode: depending on

version, with the EAT8 gearbox, moving into "free-

wheeling" is encouraged to slow the vehicle down

without using engine braking. You can save fuel

by anticipating the need to slow down and lifting

your foot fully off the accelerator pedal.

In case of non-use of the vehicle for a long

period (several months), a restart of the

petrol engine may occur even if the battery is

charged.

With hybrid engine

Each time the ignition is switched on, ELECTRIC

mode is selected by default.

HYBRID

ELECTRIC

Optimises the fuel consumption of the vehicle

by managing the alternating or simultaneous

operation of the two types of engine, according to

road conditions and driving style.

In HYBRID mode, it is possible to drive in 100%

electric mode if the battery charge level is

sufficient and acceleration requirements are

moderate.

Allows 100% electric driving. The maximum speed

is approximately 84 mph (135 km/h).

COMFORT

When starting the vehicle, if the conditions do

not allow the activation or retention of ELECTRIC

mode, the message “Electric mode currently

unavailable” is displayed in the instrument panel.

The vehicle automatically changes to HYBRID

mode.

The lighting of a blue LED under the interior rear

view mirror, visible from outside the vehicle,

confirms driving in ELECTRIC mode.

Allows more comfortable driving on poor road

surfaces, over speed humps and sleeping

policemen, or during long journeys by activating

the DS ACTIVE SCAN SUSPENSION function, which

associates the variable damping system with the

multifunction camera to detect the condition of

the road surface.

When navigation is activated, the use

of HYBRID mode is advisable to optimise

electrical consumption.

NORMAL

The lighting of the LED can be deactivated

by inserting the tip of a paper clip type

accessory into the hole under the mirror.

Restores the vehicle’s original settings.

SPORT

Allows more dynamic driving to take advantage of

the vehicle's maximum performance.

Electric power is used to supplement the petrol

engine as long as there is energy left in the

battery.

Enables more dynamic driving, acting on the

power steering, variable damping system (DS

ACTIVE SCAN SUSPENSION), pedals, gear changes

with an automatic gearbox, ambient engine

sounds and the possibility of displaying the

Conditions of activation

– Adequate battery charge level. Charging

the vehicle after each drive is therefore

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COMFORT

Operation

Hill start assist

Depending on equipment.

This system keeps your vehicle briefly stationary

(for approximately 2 seconds) when making a hill

start, while you transfer your foot from the brake

pedal to the accelerator pedal.

Combines the HYBRID mode and DS ACTIVE

SCAN SUSPENSION (controlled shock absorption

option).

In COMFORT mode, the suspension favours soft

shock absorption to improve driving comfort on

uneven surfaces.

This system is only active when:

– The vehicle is completely stationary, with your

foot on the brake pedal.

– Certain slope conditions are met.

– The driver’s door is closed.

For more information on DS ACTIVE SCAN

SUSPENSION, refer to the corresponding

section.

Facing uphill, with the vehicle stationary, the

vehicle is held for a short time when you release

the brake pedal:

– provided you are in first gear or neutral with a

manual gearbox.

– provided you are in mode D or M with an

automatic gearbox.

Do not leave the vehicle while it is being

held temporarily by hill start assist.

4WD (4-wheel drive)

If someone needs to get out of the vehicle with

the engine running, apply the parking brake

manually. After that, ensure that the parking

brake indicator lamp and the indicator lamp P

in the electric parking brake control lever are

on fixed.

Depending on equipment.

4WD mode ("4-wheel drive") improves the

vehicle's grip at low and moderate speeds by

driving all 4 wheels continuously.

This mode is especially suited to snow-covered

roads and difficult terrain (mud, sand, etc.) as

well as ford crossings, at moderate speed.

Depending on the driving conditions and the

battery charge level, 4WD mode may be 100%

electric.

The hill start assist function cannot be

deactivated. However, use of the parking

brake to immobilise the vehicle interrupts its

operation.

This mode will be even more effective if

the vehicle is fitted with suitable tyres,

such as winter tyres.

Facing downhill, with the vehicle stationary and

reverse gear engaged, the vehicle is held for a

short time when you release the brake pedal.

The grip can be improved up to 84 mph (135 km/h)

using the electric motors; above this speed, the

vehicle is driven by the front wheels only.

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