Get Driving And Operating Guide for Vauxhall Frontera SUV Third Generation (2024-2026)

Driving And Operating

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Charging status.............................. 109

Fuel...................................................109

Refuelling....................................... 110

Fuel Consumption And CO2

Emissions.......................................111

Trailer Hitch...................................... 111

General information........................111

Driving Characteristics And

Driving And Operating

Driving Hints

Driving Hints....................................... 89

Control Of The Vehicle.....................89

Steering............................................89

Starting And Operating....................... 89

New Vehicle Running-In...................89

Ignition Switch Positions...................90

Starting The Engine..........................90

Overrun Cut-Off................................91

Stop-Start System............................ 91

Leaving the vehicle...........................93

Parking............................................. 93

Engine exhaust...................................93

Exhaust Filter................................... 93

Catalytic Converter...........................94

Electric drive unit................................ 94

Automatic Transmission Hybrid

Control Of The Vehicle

Never coast with engine not running

Many systems will not function in this

situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power

steering). Driving in this manner is a

danger to yourself and others.

All systems function during an Autostop.

Stop-start systemðpage91

Towing Tips....................................112

Trailer towing..................................112

Towing Equipment..........................112

Pedals

To ensure the pedal travel is uninhibited,

there must be no mats in the area of the

pedals.

Use only floor mats that fit properly and

are fixed by the retainers on the driver

side.

48 V.................................................... 95

Electric Engine (Hybrid 48 V)..............97

e-Auto mode....................................... 98

Brakes.................................................99

Antilock Brake System..................... 99

Parking brake................................. 100

Brake Assist................................... 101

Hill Start Assist............................... 101

Charging........................................... 102

General information........................102

High voltage battery....................... 102

Charging Types..............................103

Charging cable............................... 104

Charging.........................................106

Programmable Charging................ 108

Steering

If power steering assist is lost because

the engine stops or due to a system

malfunction, the vehicle can be steered

but may require increased effort.

Starting And Operating

New Vehicle Running-In

Do not brake unnecessarily hard for the

first few journeys.

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During the first drive, smoke may

occur because of wax and engine oil

evaporating off the exhaust system.

Park the vehicle in the open for a while

after the first drive and avoid inhaling the

fumes.

During the running-in period, fuel and

engine oil consumption may be higher.

Additionally, the cleaning process of the

exhaust filter may take place more often.

Exhaust filter ðpage93

was on previously, steering wheel

unlocked

3 ignition on power mode: ignition

is on, engine running, control

indicators illuminate and most

electric functions are operable,

steering wheel unlocked

4 engine start: release key after engine

has been started

Steering wheel lock

Ignition Switch Positions

Remove the key from the ignition switch

and turn the steering wheel until it

engages.

Turn key to position 3 to release the

steering wheel lock.

Automatic transmission: operate brake

pedal.

Warning

Do not operate accelerator pedal.

Turn key briefly to position 4 and release

after engine has been started.

Stop-start System ðpage91

Automatic transmission: during an

Autostop, the engine can be started by

releasing the brake pedal.

Never remove the key from ignition

switch during driving as this will cause

steering wheel lock.

Starting The Engine

Vehicles with ignition switch

Stop-start System ðpage91

Starting the vehicle at low

temperatures

1 inserting and removing the key,

steering wheel locked

Starting the engine without additional

heaters is possible down to -30 °C for

petrol engines.

2 ignition off: some functions remain

active until key is removed or driver's

door is opened, provided the ignition

Required is an engine oil with the correct

viscosity, the correct fuel, performed

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services and a sufficiently charged

vehicle battery.

At temperatures below -30 °C the

automatic transmission requires a

warming phase of approx. five minutes.

The selector lever must be in position P.

The engine will be switched off while the

ignition stays on.

The stop-start system will be disabled on

inclines of 12% or more.

Indication

An Autostop is indicated

by control indicator

Turbo engine warm-up

Upon start-up, engine available torque

may be limited for a short time, especially

when the engine temperature is cold.

The limitation is to allow the lubrication

system to fully protect the engine.

A

The system is ready to operate when the

LED in the button is not illuminated.

To activate the system when the system

Overrun Cut-Off

During an Autostop, the heating and

brake performance will be maintained.

The fuel supply is automatically cut off

during overrun, i.e. when the vehicle

is driven with a gear engaged but

accelerator pedal is released.

is deactivated, press

.

Conditions for an Autostop

If the stop-start system is temporarily not

available and the button is pressed, the

LED in the button flashes.

The stop-start system checks if each of

the following conditions is fulfilled.

Depending on driving conditions, the

overrun cut-off may be deactivated.

Deactivation

● The stop-start system is not manually

deactivated.

Deactivate the stop-start system

Stop-Start System

manually by pressing

.

The stop-start system helps to save

fuel and reduce the exhaust emissions.

When conditions allow, it switches off the

engine as soon as the vehicle is at a low

speed or at a standstill, e.g. at a traffic

light or in a traffic jam.

● The driver's door is closed or the

driver's seat belt is fastened.

The deactivation is indicated when the

LED in the button illuminates.

● The vehicle battery is sufficiently

charged and in good condition.

Autostop

Vehicles with automatic transmission

● The engine is warmed up.

If the vehicle is at a standstill with

depressed brake pedal, Autostop is

activated automatically.

● The engine coolant temperature is not

Activation

By default, the system is activated when

the ignition is switched on.

too high.

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In these cases, the icon on the cluster

flashes for a few seconds and then goes

off.

● The engine exhaust temperature is not

too high, e.g. after driving with high

engine load.

● selector lever moved to position R

Restart of the engine by the stop-start

system

Note

● The ambient temperature is not too low

or too high.

The Autostop may be inhibited for

several hours after a battery replacement

or reconnection.

If one of the following conditions occurs

during an Autostop, the engine will be

restarted automatically by the stop-start

system:

● The climate control system allows an

Autostop.

Vehicle battery discharge protection

● The brake vacuum is sufficient.

● stop-start system manually deactivated

To ensure reliable engine restarts,

several vehicle battery discharge

protection features are implemented as

part of the stop-start system.

● The self-cleaning function of the

● driver's seat belt unfastened and

exhaust filter is not active.

driver's door opened

● The vehicle was driven at least at

walking speed since the last Autostop.

● engine temperature too low

Power saving measures

● charging level of vehicle battery below

Autostop will be inhibited if these

conditions are not met. In addition,

Autostop may be inhibited:

a defined level

During an Autostop, several electric

features such as auxiliary electric heater

or rear window heating are disabled or

switched to a power saving mode. The

fan speed of the climate control system is

reduced to save power.

● brake vacuum not sufficient

● vehicle is driven or rolls at least at

● by certain settings of the climate

walking speed

control system ðpage83

● climate control system requests engine

start

● immediately after higher speed driving

Restart of the engine by the driver

Vehicles with automatic transmission

● in the case of new vehicle running-in

● air conditioning manually switched on

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If an electric accessory, e.g. a portable

CD player, is connected to the power

outlet, a brief power drop during the

restart might be noticeable.

The engine is restarted in the following

cases:

● by active demisting

● in the case of steep ascending or

● brake pedal released while the selector

lever in position D or M

descending slopes

● if the vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph

since the last engine start

● brake pedal released or selector lever

in position N when selector lever is

moved to position D or M

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Parking brake ðpage100

● Remove the ignition key from the

ignition switch or switch off ignition

on vehicles with power button.

Depending on version, turn the

steering wheel until the steering

wheel lock is felt to engage.

Leaving The Vehicle

Warning

Engine exhaust

Only leave the vehicle with propulsion

system off, parking brake applied and

depending on transmission first gear

engaged or P selected.

Warning

● Lock the vehicle.

● Activate the anti-theft alarm system.

● The engine cooling fans may run after

the engine has been switched off

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Engine exhaust gases contain

poisonous carbon monoxide, which is

colourless and odourless and could be

fatal if inhaled.

Parking

If exhaust gases enter the interior of the

vehicle, open the windows.

Have the cause of the fault rectified by

a workshop.

Warning

● Do not park the vehicle on an

easily ignitable surface. The high

temperature of the exhaust system

could ignite the surface.

Caution

Avoid driving with an open load

compartment, otherwise exhaust gases

could enter the vehicle.

After running at high engine speeds

or with high engine loads, operate the

engine briefly at a low load or run in

neutral for approx. 30 seconds before

switching off, in order to protect the

turbocharger.

● Apply the parking brake.

Exhaust Filter

Automatic cleaning process

The exhaust filter system filters soot

particles out of the exhaust gases.

The start of saturation of the exhaust

filter is indicated by the temporary

● If the vehicle is on a level surface or

uphill slope, engage first gear or set

the selector lever to position P. On

an uphill slope, turn the front wheels

away from the kerb.

If the vehicle is on a downhill slope,

engage reverse gear or set the

selector lever to position P. Turn the

front wheels towards the kerb.

Note

In the event of an accident with airbag

deployment, the engine is switched off

automatically if the vehicle comes to a

standstill within a certain time.

In countries with extremely low

temperatures it may be necessary to park

the vehicle without applied parking brake.

Make sure to park the vehicle on a level

surface.

illumination of

accompanied by a

message on the cluster.

As soon as the traffic conditions permit,

regenerate the filter by driving at a

vehicle speed of at least 40 mph until the

control indicator extinguishes.

● Close the windows.

● Switch off the engine.

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Note

Therefore avoid excessive use of the

starter, running the fuel tank dry and

starting the engine by pushing or

towing.

electric drive unit. If you are stuck, do

not spin the tyres. When stopping on a

hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle

in place.

On a new vehicle, the first exhaust

filter regeneration operations may be

accompanied by a burning smell, which

is normal. Following prolonged operation

of the vehicle at very low speed or at

idle, water vapour can be emitted at the

exhaust on acceleration. This does not

affect the behaviour of the vehicle or the

environment.

In the event of misfiring, uneven

Selector lever operation

engine running, a reduction in engine

performance or other unusual problems,

have the cause of the fault rectified by

a workshop as soon as possible. In an

emergency, driving can be continued for

a short period, keeping vehicle speed

and engine speed low.

P

R

N

D

C

Cleaning process not possible

P

If

stays on, accompanied by an

R

N

D

audible signal and a message, this

indicates that the exhaust filter additive

level is too low.

Electric drive unit

C

The reservoir must be topped-up without

delay. Seek the assistance of a

workshop.

The vehicle uses an electric drive unit

with a 1-gear transmission.

Caution

Move the selector or press the respective

buttons.

Catalytic Converter

The catalytic converter reduces the

amount of harmful substances in the

exhaust gases.

If the vehicle seems to accelerate

slowly or not respond when you try

to go faster, do not continue your

journey. The electric drive unit could be

damaged. Consult a workshop as soon

as possible.

P

R

N

D

C

Park mode

Reverse mode

Neutral mode

Automatic mode

Comfort mode

Warning

Fuel grades other than those listed on

pages ⇨ 223, ⇨ 282 could damage

the catalytic converter or electronic

components.

Unburnt fuel will overheat and damage

the catalytic converter.

Caution

Spinning the tyres or holding the

vehicle in one place on a hill using only

the accelerator pedal may damage the

After moving the selector it returns to the

centre position. The engaged mode is

indicated on the cluster.

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Moving the selector beyond the

resistance point skips neutral mode N.

Never depress the accelerator pedal and

brake pedal at the same time.

When D or R is engaged, the vehicle

slowly begins to creep when the brake is

released.

transmission. Only select R after the

vehicle has been stopped.

Automatic Transmission

Hybrid 48 V

Neutral mode N

In this mode, the propulsion system does

not transfer torque to the wheels.

Automatic mode D with regenerative

braking

P

R

N

D

Park mode P

L

To engage P, press button P when

vehicle is stationary. In P, the front

wheels of the vehicle are blocked.

To disengage P, depress the brake

pedal and select the desired mode. P is

automatically engaged when

P

This mode is for normal driving. When

D is engaged, regenerative braking is

enabled by default.

R

N

D

Comfort mode C

L

Press C to deactivate regenerative

braking. The LED in the button

illuminates. Press C again to enable

regenerative braking.

● the ignition is switched off

● the driver's door is opened while the

vehicle's speed is below 3 mph

P : Park mode

Regenerative braking ðpage101

R : Reverse mode

N : Neutral mode

D : Automatic mode

L : Low dynamic mode

● N has been selected for some time

If the vehicle is moving too fast P is not

engaged.

After moving the selector it returns to the

centre position. The engaged mode is

indicated on the cluster.

Moving the selector beyond the

resistance point skips neutral mode N.

Never depress the accelerator pedal and

brake pedal at the same time.

Reverse mode R

To engage or disengage R, the vehicle

must be at standstill and the brake pedal

must be depressed.

Caution

When D or R is engaged, the vehicle

slowly begins to creep when the brake is

released.

Engaging R while the vehicle is moving

forward could damage the automatic

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Park mode P

e-Auto mode ðpage98

Gear shift indication ▲ or ▼

▲ or ▼ with a number beside

To engage P, press button P when

vehicle is stationary. In P, the front

wheels of the vehicle are blocked.

To disengage P, depress the brake

pedal and select the desired mode. P is

automatically engaged when

Low dynamic mode L

it is indicated when gearshifting is

recommended for fuel saving reasons.

This mode provides more engine braking

when going downhill.

Press L to engage low dynamic mode.

Electronic driving programmes

Following a cold start, the operating

temperature programme increases

engine speed to quickly bring the

catalytic converter to the required

temperature.

Special programmes automatically adapt

the shifting points when driving up

inclines or down hills.

In snowy or icy conditions or on

other slippery surfaces, the electronic

transmission control enables the driver to

select manually first, second or third gear

for starting off.

Free wheeling / car wash mode

In certain situations, e.g., in an automatic

car wash etc., it is necessary that the

wheels can move freely when the engine

is switched off.

To enable free wheeling, the vehicle has

to be stationary, the engine has to be

running and the driver's door has to be

closed.

● the ignition is switched off

● the driver's door is opened while the

vehicle's speed is below 3 mph

● N has been selected for some time

Reverse mode R

To engage or disengage R, the vehicle

must be at standstill and the brake pedal

has to be depressed.

ICE and BEV:

1. Depress the brake pedal and select

N.

Caution

Fault

Engaging R while the vehicle is moving

forward could damage the automatic

transmission. Only select R after the

vehicle has been stoped.

2. Release the brake pedal and switch

off ignition.

In the event of a fault,

illuminates a

message is displayed on the cluster.

Vehicle messages ð

A message is displayed on the cluster

indicating that the wheels are unblocked

for the next 15 minutes.

To revert to normal operation, depress

and hold the brake pedal, switch on the

engine and press P.

Do not drive faster than 60 mph.

Seek the assistance of a workshop.

Neutral mode N

Interruption of power supply

In the event of an interruption of power

supply, it is not possible to select another

mode when P is engaged.

In this mode, the propulsion system does

not transfer torque to the wheels.

Automatic mode D

Hybrid 48 V:

This mode is for normal driving.

Hybrid 48 V ðpage95

Towing the vehicle ðpage158

No free wheeling with the engine

switched off.

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If the vehicle battery is discharged, start

the vehicle using jump leads.

Jump starting ðpage157

If the vehicle battery is not the cause

of the fault, seek the assistance of a

workshop.

the traction battery: this is normal and

does not represent a malfunction.

● Recover the kinetic energy of the

deceleration phases, converting it into

electrical energy, which can be used

for traction or for the power supply of

electrical accessories installed on the

vehicle.

Operation

Only appropriate mode change

instructions are validated.

With the engine running, if it is necessary

to depress the brake pedal to change

modes, an alert message will be

● Recharge the 48 V traction battery

when the state of charge is too low.

Hybrid 48 V characteristics

The electric engine operates during start

and acceleration. Driving propelled by

electric engine only is possible at low

speeds, e.g. during parking manouvers

or stop and go traffic. If driving on

motorways with a slope at a speed

less than 95 mph, the ICE is switched

off automatically when possible and the

vehicle is propelled by the electric engine

for a short distance.

● Provide all-electric driving only.

These features are achieved through

the following functions set of automatic

operating mode:

displayed on the instrument panel.

Warning

With the engine running and the brakes

released, if R, D or L is selected,

the vehicle moves off, even without

pressing the accelerator pedal.Never

depress the accelerator and brake

pedals at the same time - risk of

damage to the gearbox!

● e-Boost

● e-Creeping

● e-Launch

● e-Queueing

● e-Parking

A manual operating mode is also

available to activate/deactivate the restart

of the petrol engine while driving: the e-

Auto mode.

Electric Engine (Hybrid

48 V)

The electric engine included in the

automatic gearbox, which is used for the

first start, provides 12 V power supply

via the DC/DC converter and provides

electric assistance to the petrol engine.

The electric engine has the following

features:

Caution

If you open the driver's door while mode

N is engaged, an audible signal will

sound and mode P will be engaged.

The audible signal stops when the

driver's door is closed.

Caution

When mode P or N is selected on the

automatic gearbox, the noise level in

the engine compartment may increase

due to the start of the charging phase of

● Provide an additional torque to the

gearbox, optimising the performance of

the petrol engine.

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Warning

mode D or R of the automatic gearbox

is selected.

battery is fully charged, it is possible to

exceed the torque of the petrol engine

alone, thanks to the additional torque

provided by the electric engine.

e-Creeping

At speeds below 3 mph opening the

driver's door will engage mode P - risk

of sudden braking!

With the petrol engine off, by releasing

the brake pedal, this function allows

the vehicle to be moved forward or

backward in electric mode without having

to depress the accelerator pedal, as soon

as the mode D or R of the automatic

gearbox is selected.

Caution

Repeated use of the brake pedal

causes the restart of petrol engine to

provide braking assistance.

Warning

In the event of battery failure, it is

essential to place the chock(s) supplied

with the tool kit against one of the

wheels to immobilise the vehicle.

Special aspects of manual mode

e-Queueing

The gearbox only changes from one

gear to another if the vehicle speed and

engine speed conditions permit.

The petrol engine can also be switched

off in manual mode when stopped in

traffic or when the accelerator pedal is

released.

The all-electric potential of the driving

mode used (Normal or Eco) is also

retained.

This function makes it possible to follow

a queue of vehicles with several stops

followed by restarts of the vehicle, using

the e-Creeping, e-Launch and electric

driving modes.

Special aspects of automatic mode

These functions respond to common

driving situations where the electric

engine is available to provide additional

power or zero-emission driving.

e-Parking

Caution

This function allows parking manoeuvres

to be carried out at reduced speed with

the help of the electric engine when the

mode D or R of the automatic gearbox is

selected.

These functions are only available

if the traction battery is sufficiently

charged.These five functions cannot be

deactivated.

e-Auto mode

The petrol engine stops when low power

or torque is required and in stabilised

conditions. The petrol engine is restarted

by the belt starter.

e-Boost

e-Launch

This function allows simultaneous

operation of the petrol engine and

the electric engine, combined with the

automatic gearbox.

By fully depressing the accelerator pedal

("kick-down" function), when the traction

With the petrol engine off, this function

allows the vehicle to run in electric mode

without affecting performance.

By depressing the accelerator pedal, the

vehicle starts to drive as soon as the

The e-Auto mode can switch off the

petrol engine in the following cases:

● When the operating strategies permit.

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The "e-Auto OFF" control on the

dashboard activates/deactivates the e-

Auto mode

braking process, despite the fact that the

pedal is pulsating. Do not reduce the

pressure on the pedal.

● Vehicle speed up to 90 mph.

● When the driver releases the

accelerator pedal in stabilised

conditions or in deceleration.

When braking in an emergency, the

hazard warning flashers are switched

on automatically depending on the

force of deceleration. They are switched

off automatically the first time you

accelerate.

● Press the dashboard button.

The display of a message on the

instrument panel confirms the change of

state.

When the function is deactivated, the e-

auto indicator lights up in the instrument

panel.

● During the stop phases.

Restarting is only achieved by the

belt starter until the torque demand

is available, if the traction battery is

sufficiently charged. When the torque

demand is insufficient, the petrol engine

restarts.

After starting off, the system performs a

self-test that may be audible.

Caution

If high traction is required, the driver

can deactivate the e-Auto mode using

the dashboard button.

Using the steering wheel paddles also

causes the restarting of petrol engine.

Control indicator ðpage49

The e-Auto mode cannot switch off the

petrol engine in the following cases:

Brakes

Fault

● The state of charge is less than 30% of

the traction battery energy.

Warning

Antilock Brake System

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)prevents

the wheels from locking.

If there is a fault in the ABS, the wheels

may be liable to lock due to braking that

is heavier than normal. The advantages

of ABS are no longer available. During

hard braking, the vehicle can no longer

be steered and may swerve.

● There is a need for vacuum brake

assist depending on the altitude.

ABS starts to regulate brake pressure as

soon as a wheel shows a tendency to

lock. The vehicle remains steerable, even

during hard braking.

ABS control is made apparent through a

pulse in the brake pedal and the noise of

the regulation process.

For optimum braking, keep the brake

pedal fully depressed throughout the

● The Sport mode is selected.

● Maintaining thermal comfort in the

passenger compartment (heating, air

conditioning, demisting/defrosting).

Have the cause of the fault remedied by

a workshop.

Deactivation/Reactivation

By default, the function is activated when

the ignition is switched on.

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The anti-lock brake system and the

Electronic Stability Control stabilise the

Before leaving the vehicle, check the

electric parking brake status. ð

Parking Brake

Warning

vehicle while

is kept pulled. If an

The electric parking brake can always be

activated, even if the ignition is off.

Do not operate the electric parking brake

system too often without engine running

as this will discharge the vehicle battery.

error of the electric parking brake occurs,

a warning message is displayed on the

cluster.

Before leaving the vehicle, check

parking brake status. Control that

indicator illuminates constantly when

electric parking brake is applied.

If the anti-lock brake system and the

Electronic Stability Control fail, one or

Releasing

Switch on the ignition. Keep the foot

brake pedal depressed and then push

both of these control indicators

illuminate on the cluster. In this case,

stability during deceleration of the vehicle

can only be maintained with repeated

short pulls of the switch until the vehicle

is immobilised.

.

Drive away function

Vehicles with automatic transmission:

Engaging R, D, C or L and

then depressing the accelerator pedal

releases the electric parking brake

automatically. This is only possible if

the automatic operation of the electric

parking brake is activated. It is not

Automatic operation

Automatic operation includes automatic

application and automatic release of the

electric parking brake.

The electric parking brake can also be

applied or released manually by using

possible when

time.

is pulled at the same

.

Applying when vehicle is stationary

Warning

Automatic application

Braking when vehicle is moving

When the vehicle is moving and

kept pulled, the electric parking brake

system will decelerate the vehicle. As

● The electric parking brake is

automatically applied when the vehicle

is stationary and the ignition is

switched off.

is

Pull

for a minimum of one second

illuminates constantly and the

until

electric parking brake is applied.

The electric parking brake operates

automatically with adequate force.

soon as

stopped.

is released, braking will be

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Regenerative braking

101

Fault

●

illuminates on the cluster and a

display message pops up to confirm

the application.

Failure mode of electric parking brake is

indicated by the control indicator

by a message displayed on the cluster.

Control indicator of parking brake

flashes: electric parking brake is not fully

applied or released. When continuously

flashing, release electric parking brake

and try applying it again.

and

Warning

Automatic release

In the case of extreme temperatures or

if the high-voltage battery is almost fully

charged, the brake force of the engine

braking may be temporarily reduced. If

the braking force is not sufficient, the

driver must be prepared to use the

brake pedal.

The automatic release of the electric

parking brake is inhibited as long as the

driver's door is open.

Parking brake releases automatically on

driving off.

Brake Assist

If the brake pedal is depressed quickly

and forcefully, maximum brake force is

automatically applied.

Operation of brake assist might become

apparent by a pulse in the brake

pedal and a greater resistance when

depressing the brake pedal.

Maintain steady pressure on the brake

pedal as long as full braking is required.

Maximum brake force is automatically

reduced when brake pedal is released.

●

extinguishes on the cluster and a

display message pops up to confirm the

release.

Warning

Deactivation of automatic operation

Depending on the engine braking force

the brake lights are illuminated.

In certain situations, e.g. in extreme

cold weather conditions or when towing,

it may be necessary to deactivate

the automatic operation of the electric

parking brake.

1. Start the engine.

2. If the parking brake is released, pull

BEV: Regenerative braking generates

electric energy resulting from engine

braking to charge the high voltage

battery.

Electric drive unit ðpage94

Hybrid 48 V vehicle: Regenerative

braking generates electric energy

resulting from engine braking to charge

the 48 V battery.

Automatic transmission Hybrid 48 V

ðpage95

to apply the parking brake.

Hill Start Assist

The system helps prevent unintended

movement when driving away on

inclines.

When releasing the brake pedal after

stopping on an incline, brakes remain

on for further two seconds. The brakes

release automatically as soon as the

vehicle begins to accelerate.

3. Take your foot off the brake pedal.

4. Press

maximum 15 seconds.

for at least 10 seconds and

5. Release

.

6. Depress and hold the brake pedal.

7. Pull for two seconds.

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The charging cable connects the

vehicle with an external charging device

providing electric power. This may be

a domestic electrical outlet, a Green'Up

socket, a wall box or a public charging

station.

The high voltage battery is charged with

direct current (DC) only. When charging

the vehicle with alternating current (AC),

AC must be converted into DC. This is

done by the vehicle's onboard charger.

The onboard charger is available with 7.4

kW (single-phase) and 11 kW (3-phase).

If the vehicle is charged at a public DC

charging station, no DC conversion is

required. The high voltage battery can be

directly charged with DC provided by the

DC charging station.

Electric power consumption and

range

Charging

The electric power consumption

(combined) is within a range of 18.5 to

18.2 kWh / 60 miles.

General Information

Warning

The range is up to 190 miles.

For the values specific to your vehicle,

refer to the Certificate of Conformity

provided with your vehicle or other

national registration documents.

The determination of electric power

consumption is regulated by directive R

(EC) No. 715/2007 and No.

2017/1151 (in the latest applicable

version).

Persons with a pacemaker should

consult a doctor for possible

precautions.

Charging the vehicle's high voltage

battery depends upon several factors:

High Voltage Battery

OBC

The speed of charging the vehicle's

high-voltage battery depends upon the

weakest element of the charging chain.

To achieve the maximum charging

speed, charging cable and charging

device must be attuned to each other.

Note

Warning

Damage to the high-voltage battery or

high-voltage system can create a risk of

electric shock, overheating or fire.

If the vehicle has been damaged or

affected by a moderate to severe

crash, it must be inspected as soon as

possible by qualified personnel.

Until the technical inspection has been

carried out, the vehicle must be stored

outside at a minimum distance of 5

metres from any structure or other

flammable objects.

Make sure that the charging cable used

fits to the vehicle's onboard charger.

Charging types ðpage103

● high voltage battery of the vehicle

● internal onboard charger (OBC)

● charging cable

Charging cable ðpage104

● external charging device

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Charging at wallboxes

103

If the vehicle has been damaged or

affected by flood or fire, it must not be

moved at all and must be inspected

by qualified personnel as soon as

possible.

Vehicle storage ðpage138

Leakage

Damage to the high-voltage battery could

result in the leakage of toxic gases or

fluids either immediately or later. The

following is recommended:

To preserve the range and the durability

of the high-voltage battery, the following

is recommended:

● In the event of an incident, always

inform the fire and emergency services

that the vehicle is equipped with a

high-voltage battery.

● Whenever possible, do not charge the

high-voltage battery more than 80%.

● Do not completely discharge the high-

voltage battery.

● Never touch the liquids leaking from

the high-voltage battery.

● Do not store the vehicle for a long

period of non-use (more than 12 hours)

when the high-voltage battery has a

low or high charge level. Prefer a

charge level between 20 and 40%.

● Do not inhale the gases emitted by the

high-voltage battery, which are toxic.

A wallbox is a charging unit for private

households. It provides a charging cable

that must be connected to the vehicle's

charging port. Some wallboxes do not

provide a charging cable. In this case,

a separate charging cable is required

which must be connected to both the

wallbox and the charging port of the

vehicle.

Charging time may take approx. five

hours with a charging power of 11kW

or seven and half hours with a charging

power of 7.4kW.

● Move away from the vehicle in the

event of incident or accident, the gases

emitted being flammable and could

cause a fire.

● Limit the use of fast charging.

● Do not expose the vehicle to

temperatures below -30 °C and above

60 °C for more than 24 hours.

● Too low a coolant level must be topped

up and the cause of the coolant loss

remedied by a workshop.

● Avoid charging the vehicle at low

temperatures (except if the vehicle ran

more than 20 minutes) or above 30 °C.

Charging Types

There are different types of charging the

vehicle's high-voltage battery.

● Do not use the high-voltage battery as

a generator of energy.

Charging at charging stations

Charging stations may provide

alternating current (AC) or direct current

(DC). Charging time may vary depending

on the charging station, DC charging

stations provide the fastest charging. To

● Do not use a generator to recharge the

high-voltage battery.

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charge the vehicle's battery, the charging

cable of the charging station must be

connected to the charging port of the

vehicle.

● Do not use an electrical socket that is

worn or damaged, or one that will not

hold the plug firmly in place.

Charging at domestic electrical

outlets

● Do not immerse the charging cable

into any liquid.

● Do not use an electrical socket that is

not properly earthed.

● Do not use an electrical socket that is

on a circuit with other electrical loads.

The vehicle's high voltage battery can

be charged at a domestic electrical

outlet. Connect the charging cable to

the vehicle's charging port and to the

domestic electrical outlet.

● AC charging station: Charging time

may take approx. five hours with a

charging power of 11kW or seven and

half hours with a charging power of

7.4kW.

Warning

Read all the safety warnings and

instructions before using this product.

Failure to follow the warnings and the

instructions may result in electric shock,

fire and / or serious injury.

Never leave children unattended near

the vehicle while the vehicle is charging

and never allow children to play with

the charging cable.

If the plug provided does not fit the

electrical outlet, do not modify the plug.

Arrange for a qualified electrician to

inspect the electrical outlet.

Do not put fingers into the electric

vehicle connector.

Charging time may take approx. 30 hours

with a charging power of 1.8kW.

Charging Cable

Depending on the charging type, different

charging cables are used.

Warning

Improper use of portable charging

cables may cause a fire, electrical

shock or burns, and may result in

damage to property, serious injury or

death.

● DC charging station: Up to approx.

80% of battery capacity may be

charged in approx. 30 minutes at a

charging power of 100kW.

● Do not use extension cables, multi-

outlet power strips, splitters, earthing

adaptors, surge protectors or similar

devices.

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Basic domestic cables (mode 2) are used

for charging at domestic electrical outlets.

A basic domestic cable (mode 2) consists

of a vehicle plug, a control box and a

plug for the domestic electrical outlet.

The control box has an integrated charge

controller and several LEDs indicating

the charging status.

Enhanced domestic cables (mode 2) are

similar to basic domestic cables (mode

2). However, the charging performance

of enhanced domestic cables (mode 2

charging) is better than the charging

performance of basic domestic cables

(mode 2).

● Before you plug into any electrical

Danger

outlet, have a qualified electrician

inspect and verify the electrical system

(electrical outlet, wiring, junctions and

protection devices) for heavy-duty

service at a 10 A continuous load.

There is a risk of electric shock that

may cause personal injury or death.

Do not use the charging cable if any

part of the charging cable is damaged.

Do not open or remove the charging

cable cover.

Service by qualified personnel only.

Connect the charging cable to a

properly earthed outlet with cables that

are not damaged.

● Electrical outlets may wear out with

normal usage or be damaged over

time, making them unsuitable for

electric vehicle charging.

● Check the electrical outlet / plug while

charging and discontinue use if the

electrical outlet / plug is hot, then

have the electrical outlet serviced by a

qualified electrician.

Basic domestic cable (mode 2) /

enhanced domestic cable (mode 2)

Enhanced domestic cables (mode 2) are

used for Green'Up sockets, which must

be installed by a certified electrician at

the customer's site.

● When outdoors, plug into an electrical

outlet that is weatherproof while in use.

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● Mount the charging cable to reduce

strain on the electrical outlet / plug.

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Charging cable status indicators

AU

F

After plugging in the charging cable, it will

perform a quick self-test and all status

indicators illuminate for a moment. For

the functions of the status indicators,

refer to the manual of the charging cable

manufacturer.

3

2

Important information about portable

electric vehicle charging

1. Vehicle plug

2. Status indicators

3. Wall plug

● Charging an electric vehicle can stress

a building's electrical system more than

a typical household appliance.

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Mode 4 charging cable

Mode 3 charging cable

Note

Only use DC charging cables shorter

than 30 metres.

Mode 4 charging cables are used for

DC charging. Since mode 4 charging

cables are integrated within DC charging

stations, they only provide a vehicle plug.

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Charging

Warning

2

1

Persons with a pacemaker or similar

devices should consult a doctor for

possible precautions.

If in doubt, during charging do not

remain inside or near the vehicle, near

the charging cable or the charging unit.

Type 2 plug or outlet used for AC

charging

1. Vehicle plug

2. Plug for wall box / AC charging

station

Mode 3 charging cables are used for

charging at wall boxes and AC charging

stations. A mode 3 charging cable

provides a vehicle plug and a plug

for the wall box / AC charging station.

Wall boxes / AC charging stations may

provide an integrated mode 3 charging

cable. For more information on the mode

3 charging cable, refer to the manual of

the charging cable manufacturer.

In order to ensure the compatibility of

plug and outlet, different labels are used.

The labels are located on the inside of

the vehicle's charging port flap. Make

sure to connect only a cable of the same

type.

K

FF plug or outlet used for DC charging

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Make sure that the electrical outlet, the

plug and the cable do not support the

weight of the control box.

Warning

Avoid any entry of fluids into the

charging port of the vehicle, the vehicle

plug of the charging cable and the

domestic electrical outlet.

1. Shift into P and switch off the vehicle.

When charging at a public AC charging

station / public DC charging station,

follow the instructions for the use of the

respective charging station. Public AC

charging stations may not provide an

integrated charging cable. In this case,

a portable mode 3 charging cable is

required.

Warning

2. Push the charging port flap to release

it.

When charging at a domestic electrical

outlet, only use an outlet that is properly

earthed and protected by a 30 mA

differential switch.

3. If necessary, take the charging cable

out of the load compartment.

Only use a domestic electrical outlet

protected by a circuit breaker adapted

to the amperage of the electrical circuit.

Have a qualified electrician check the

electrical installation to be used. The

installation must be in compliance with

national standards and compatible with

the vehicle.

4. If necessary, plug in the plug of the

charging cable into the corresponding

port of the external power source.

ðpage104

When using a dedicated domestic

electrical outlet, have it installed by a

qualified electrician.

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5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the mode 3

charging cable into the charging port

of the vehicle.

Once the charging process has started,

only the driver's door can be unlocked

without cancelling the charging process.

Therefore, activate the driver's door only

function in the vehicle personalisation.

Press on the remote control to cancel

the charging process at any time.

Press twice to cancel the charging

process at any time if the function driver's

door only is activated in the vehicle

personalisation.

Charging status ðpage109

The start of charging is indicated

by the green flashing of the status

indicator at the charging port and at

the control box of the charging cable,

if available.

Central locking system ðpage6

Vehicle personalisation ðpage59

2. Disconnect the vehicle plug of the

charging cable from the charging port

within 30 seconds after unlocking.

Stop charging

The high-voltage battery is fully charged

if the status indicator on the charging port

permanently illuminates green.

3. Close the charging port flap by

pressing firmly in the centre to latch

properly.

1. Unlock the vehicle before removing

the vehicle plug from the charging

port.

4. Disconnect the charging cable from

the external power source.

If the vehicle is already unlocked, lock

the vehicle and unlock it again.

5. If necessary, store the charging cable

in the load compartment.

Once charging, the vehicle plug

will be locked to the charging port

and cannot be disconnected while

charging is active. illuminates.

Charging types ðpage103

While the charging cable is plugged into

the vehicle, the vehicle cannot be driven.

Programmable Charging

Cancelling the charging process

Note

At public charging stations, the cancelling

and subsequent resuming of the charging

process may cause additional costs.

By default, charging starts as soon as

the charging cable is connected to the

charging port of the vehicle. It is also

possible to schedule charging using the

Info Display.

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Programmable charging is only possible

when charging at a domestic electrical

outlet / Green'Up socket or a wall box.

Programmable charging is also available

via the MyVauxhall App.

● Flashes green: charging initialisation or

is in process

7. Within one minute, press

o the

bottom right to activate programmable

charging.

● Illuminates blue: programmable

charging active

8. Depending on version, lock the

vehicle.

The status indicator illuminates blue

indicating that programmable charging is

active.

Charging ðpage102

Charging status ðpage109

● Illuminates red: malfunction

A malfunction may be caused by the

vehicle or the electrical installation at the

customer's site.

Further charging status indicators are

located on the control box of the basic

domestic cable (mode 2) / enhanced

domestic cable (mode 2).

Note

On vehicles without integrated navigation

system, programmable charging can only

be used via the MyVauxhall App.

1. Press

.

2. Select Charge.

Charging Status

Driving and operating ðpage89

3. Press

.

Charging cable ðpage104

Programmable charging ðpage108

4. Define the number of hours and

minutes after which the loading process

starts.

Fuel

5. Press OK.

6. Plug in the vehicle.

If the vehicle is plugged in and the

ignition is switched off, the charging

status indicator indicates the following:

E5

E10

● Illuminates white or pink: welcome

lighting when charging port flap is

opened

● Illuminates green: charging complete

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Only use unleaded fuel that complies

with European standard EN 228 or E DIN

51626-1 or equivalent.

The engine is capable of running with

fuel that contains up to 10% ethanol (e.g.

named E10).

Use fuel with the recommended octane

rating. A lower octane rating can reduce

engine power and torque and slightly

increases fuel consumption.

Note

The only petrol additives authorised

for are those that meet the B715001

standard.

In certain countries, the use of a

particular fuel, e.g. a specific octane

rating, may be required to ensure proper

engine operation.

Caution

In case of misfuelling, do not switch on

ignition.

Refuelling

The fuel filler flap is located at the left

rear side of the vehicle.

Warning

Before refuelling, switch off ignition and

any external heaters with combustion

chambers.

Follow the operating and safety

instructions of the filling station when

refuelling.

Caution

Do not use fuel or fuel additives that

contain metallic compounds such as

manganese-based additives. This may

cause engine damage.

Warning

Fuel is flammable and explosive.

No smoking. No naked flames or

sparks.

The fuel filler flap can only be opened if

the vehicle is unlocked. Release the fuel

filler flap by pushing the flap.

To open, turn the cap slowly

anticlockwise.

If you can smell fuel in your vehicle,

have the cause of this remedied

immediately by a workshop.

Caution

Use of fuel with a lower octane rating

than the lowest possible rating could

lead to uncontrolled combustion and

engine damage.

A label with symbols at the fuel filler

flap is indicating the allowed fuel types.

In Europe, the pump nozzles of filling

stations are marked with these symbols.

Refuel only the allowed fuel type.

The engine specific requirements

regarding octane rating are given in the

engine data overview ðpage167 . A

country-specific label at the fuel filler flap

can supersede the requirement.

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Fuel filler cap

Fuel Consumption And CO2

Emissions

Only use genuine fuel filler caps.

General information

All values are combined values under

WLTP condition.

For the values specific to your vehicle,

refer to the Certificate of Conformity

provided with your vehicle or other

national registration documents.

The determination of fuel consumption

is regulated by directive R (EC)

No.715/2007 and No.2017/1151 (in the

latest applicable version).

ICE : The fuel consumption is within a

range of 36 to 56 mpg.

The CO₂emission is within a range of

148 to 111 g/km.

Propulsion types ðpage3

The specification of CO₂emission is also

a constituent of the directive.

The figures given must not be taken as a

guarantee for the actual fuel consumption

of a particular vehicle.

Trailer Hitch

General Information

Caution

The fuel filler cap can be attached to the

hook on the fuel filler flap.

Place the nozzle in straight position to

the filler neck and press with slight force

to insert.

To refuel, switch on the pump nozzle.

After the automatic cut-off, the tank can

be topped up by operating the pump

nozzle a maximum of two more times.

Furthermore, fuel consumption is

dependent on personal driving style as

well as road and traffic conditions.

All values are based on the EU base

model with standard equipment.

The calculation of fuel consumption

takes into account the vehicle's kerb

weight, ascertained in accordance with

the regulations. Optional equipment may

result in slightly higher fuel consumption

and CO₂emission levels and a lower

maximum speed.

For new vehicles, only tow a trailer after

having driven at least 620 miles.

Only use towing equipment that has been

approved for your vehicle.

Entrust retrofitting of towing equipment

to a workshop. It may be necessary to

make changes that affect the cooling

system, heat shields or other equipment.

Fitting of towing equipment could cover

the opening of the towing eye.

Caution

Wipe off any overflowing fuel

immediately.

To close, turn the fuel filler cap

clockwise.

Close the flap and allow it to engage.

If this is the case, use the coupling ball

bar for towing. Always keep the coupling

ball bar in the vehicle to have it on hand if

needed.

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the actual coupling socket load with the

trailer coupled.

The permissible trailer loads are

specified in the vehicle documents. In

general, they are valid for inclines up to

12%.

The permissible trailer load applies up

to the specified incline and at sea

level. Since engine power decreases

as altitude increases due to the air

becoming thinner, therefore reducing

climbing ability, the permissible gross

train weight also decreases by 10% for

every 1000 m of altitude. The gross train

weight does not have to be reduced

when driving on roads with slight inclines

(less than 8%, e.g. motorways).

The permissible gross train weight must

not be exceeded. This weight is specified

on the identification plate ðpage165

sure to place the heaviest bicycle as

close as possible to the vehicle.

Driving Characteristics And

Towing Tips

Before attaching a trailer, lubricate the

coupling ball. However, do not do so if

a stabiliser, which acts on the coupling

ball, is being used to reduce snaking

movements.

The vertical coupling load is the load

exerted by the trailer on the coupling ball.

It can be varied by changing the weight

distribution when loading the trailer.

The maximum permissible vertical

coupling load 65 kg is specified on the

towing equipment identification plate and

in the vehicle documents.

Always aim for the maximum vertical

coupling load, especially in the case of

heavy trailers. The vertical coupling load

should never fall below 25 kg.

During trailer towing do not exceed a

speed of 50 mph. A maximum speed

of 60 mph is only appropriate if an

oscillation damper is used and the

permissible gross trailer weight does not

exceed the vehicle's curb weight.

For trailers with low driving stability and

caravan trailers, the use of an oscillation

damper is strongly recommended.

If the trailer starts snaking, drive more

slowly, do not attempt to correct the

steering and brake sharply if necessary.

When driving downhill, drive in the same

gear as if driving uphill and drive at a

similar speed.

Rear axle load

When the trailer is coupled and

the towing vehicle fully loaded, the

permissible rear axle load (see

identification plate or vehicle documents)

may be exceeded by 60 kg, the gross

vehicle weight rating must not be

exceeded. If the permissible rear axle

load is exceeded, a maximum speed of

60 mph applies.

Vertical coupling load

Warning

Tyre pressuresðpage170

If attaching accessories to the trailer

hitch such as bicycle carriers, tow

boxes etc., do comply with the

maximum permissible vertical coupling

load.

When using a bicycle carrier, do not

transport more than four conventional

bicycles or two electric bicycles. Make

Trailer Towing

Trailer loads

The permissible trailer loads are vehicle

and engine-dependent maximum values

that must not be exceeded. The actual

trailer load is the difference between the

actual gross weight of the trailer and

Towing Equipment

Caution

When operating without a trailer,

remove the coupling ball bar.

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Stowage of coupling ball bar

Fitting the coupling ball bar

● Unlock the coupling ball bar by turning

the key to unlock position.

The bag with the coupling ball bar is

stowed on the rear floor cover in the load

compartment.

Place the strap through the rear right

lashing eye, wrap around twice and

tighten the strap to secure the bag.

Swivel the connecting socket

downwards. Remove the sealing plug

from the opening for the coupling ball bar

and stow it.

Checking the tensioning of the

coupling ball bar

● The red marking on the rotary knob

must point towards the green marking

on the coupling ball bar.

● The gap between the rotary knob and

the coupling ball bar must be approx.

6 mm.

● The key must be in unlock position.

Otherwise, the coupling ball bar must be

tensioned before being inserted:

● Pull out the rotary knob and turn

clockwise as far as it will go.

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Inserting the coupling ball bar

Eye for break-away stopping cable

Warning

Towing a trailer is permitted only when

a coupling ball bar is fitted correctly. If

the coupling ball bar does not engage

correctly, seek the assistance of a

workshop.

Dismounting the coupling ball bar

Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar

in the opening and push firmly upwards

until it audibly engages.

The rotary handle snaps back into

its original position resting against the

coupling ball bar without a gap.

Attach the breakaway stopping cable to

eye.

Checking the correct installation of

the coupling ball bar

● The green marking on the rotary knob

must point towards the green marking

on the coupling ball bar.

Warning

Open the protective flap and turn the key

to unlock position to unlock the coupling

ball bar.

Pull out the rotary handle and turn

clockwise as far as it will go. Pull out the

coupling ball bar downwards.

Insert the sealing plug in the opening.

Swivel the connecting socket upwards.

Stow the coupling ball bar in the bag and

secure by fixing the strap through the

Do not touch rotary handle during

insertion.

● There must be no gap between the

rotary handle and the coupling ball bar.

● The coupling ball bar must be firmly

engaged in the opening.

Lock the coupling ball bar by turning the

key to unlock position.

● The coupling ball bar must be locked

and the key removed.

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rear right lashing eye. Wrap around twice

and tighten the strap to secure the bag.

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