Depending on the engine and equipment, the vehicle has different drive programs.
Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to change between the following drive programs.
The drive program selected appears in the instrument display.
IndividualIndividual settings
SportContinues to offer stability but with a sporty setup
Allows the sporty driver a more active driving style
Driving with the combustion engine and reinforced boost effect (plug-in hybrid)
Deactivation of the combustion engine when stationary (plug-in hybrid)
Only suitable for good road conditions, a dry road surface and a clear stretch of road
ComfortComfortable and economical driving
Balance between traction and stability
The selection of the matching drive type by the hybrid system depends on the driving conditions and the distance (plug-in hybrid)
Recommended for all road conditions
Electric (plug-in hybrid) Electric mode – driving without the combustion engine is possible up to approx. 140 km/h
Adjustable recuperation in overrun mode
Adaptation of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC for electric mode
Depending on the equipment, the maximum set speed for cruise control, limiter and Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC can be limited to the maximum electrically drivable speed
Activation of the combustion engine via the pressure point of the accelerator pedal (kickdown)
Battery Level (plug-in hybrid) Prioritised maintenance of the state of charge of the high-voltage battery, e.g. for subsequent journeys in the inner city/low emission zones
The selection of the matching drive type by the hybrid system depends on the driving conditions and the distance
EcoOnly available for vehicles with automatic transmission
Particularly economical driving
Balance between traction and stability
Recommended for all road conditions
Full development of all intelligent hybrid functions and adaptation of the coasting characteristics of the vehicle to traffic (plug-in hybrid)
The selection of the matching drive type by the hybrid system depends on the driving conditions and the distance (plug-in hybrid)
Depending on the situation, the cylinder can be briefly deactivated in the drive programs and , depending on the engine.
The ESP® settings in the drive programs and are designed for stability. Therefore, choose one of these driving programs, especially when transporting roof loads, in trailer operation and when the vehicle is fully loaded or fully occupied.
Drive
engine and transmission management
Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
ESP®
Vehicles with adaptive damping adjustment: suspension
electric power steering