Driving and operating 193
Caution
Engaging R while the vehicle is
moving forwards could damage
the electric drive unit. Only select
R after the vehicle has been
stopped.
Neutral mode N
In this mode, the propulsion system
does not transfer torque to the
wheels.
Automatic mode D
This mode is for normal driving.
Regenerative braking mode with
one-pedal driving
In this mode, vehicle speed is
significantly reduced by releasing the
accelerator pedal, without operating
the brake pedal.
Three braking levels are selectable.
The respective braking level is
indicated by one to three triangle
segments in the Driver Information
Centre.
Pull left paddle - to increase the
braking force and pull right paddle +
to decrease.
Use the maximum braking force when
driving down steep hills, in deep
snow, in mud or in stop-and-go traffic.
9 Warning
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 has to be prepared to use
the brake pedal.
Regenerative breaking 3 203.
Free wheeling / car wash mode
In certain situations such as 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. Proceed as follows:
1. Depress the brake pedal and
select N.