Driving
is sufficient and acceleration requirements are
moderate.
Gear efficiency indicator
Stop & Start
6
(Depending on engine.)
The Stop & Start function puts the engine
When navigation is activated, the use
of HYBRID mode is advisable to optimise
electrical consumption.
This system helps reduce fuel consumption by
recommending the most appropriate gear.
temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during
phases when the vehicle is stopped (red lights,
queues, etc.). The engine restarts automatically
- START mode - as soon as the driver wishes to
move off again.
Primarily designed for urban use, the function
is intended to reduce fuel consumption and
exhaust emissions as well as the noise level
when stationary.
Operation
Depending on the driving situation and the
vehicle's equipment, the system may advise
skipping one or more gears.
Gear engagement recommendations are only
optional. In fact, the configuration of the road,
the traffic density and safety remain determining
factors when choosing the best gear. Therefore,
the driver remains responsible for deciding
whether or not to follow the system’s advice.
This function cannot be deactivated.
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.
The function does not affect the functionalities of
the vehicle, in particular the braking.
4WD (4-wheel drive)
Depending on equipment.
Deactivation/Reactivation
The function is activated by default when the
ignition is switched on.
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.
With an automatic gearbox, the system is
only active in manual operation.
With the button on the dashboard
The information appears in the instrument
panel in the form of an arrow and the
recommended gear.
The system adapts its gear shift
recommendation according to the driving
conditions (slope, load, etc.) and the driver’s
requirements (power, acceleration, braking,
etc.).
The system never suggests:
– engaging first gear,
– engaging reverse.
This mode will be even more effective if
the vehicle is fitted with suitable tyres,
such as winter tyres.
► Press the button.
A message in the instrument panel confirms the
change of status.
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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