The comfort driving mode is automatically selected when the vehicle’s electrical system is switched on. An alternative driving mode can be selected if required. See DRIVING MODES OPERATION.

The following features are also available:

Adaptive Surface Response (AdSR). See ADAPTIVE SURFACE RESPONSE (AdSR).
Configurable dynamics. See CONFIGURABLE DYNAMICS.

Information on the currently selected driving mode can be viewed via the All Surface Information (ASI) feature. See ALL SURFACE INFORMATION (ASI).

DRIVING MODES OPERATION

The driving mode buttons are located on the center console. Use the buttons to scroll through the different driving modes.

The instrument panel displays the relevant driving mode icon and a temporary message confirming which driving mode is selected.

CAUTION
Make sure the correct driving mode for the prevailing conditions is selected. Failure to select the correct driving mode could result in vehicle damage.

NOTES
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) operation is automatically adapted to suit the selected driving mode. See DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC) OVERVIEW.

RAIN ICE SNOW MODE

The rain ice snow driving mode helps to enhance the vehicle’s stability in low grip conditions.

Select the rain ice snow driving mode when driving in adverse weather conditions. For example, in icy or rainy conditions and on surfaces such as grass, gravel, or snow.

The rain ice snow driving mode helps the vehicle to perform in a gentle and controlled manner, avoiding skidding and improving progress in adverse conditions.

Winter tires and all-season tires also help to further enhance the vehicle’s stability in adverse weather conditions.

NOTES
Some vehicles may be fitted with Adaptive Surface Response (AdSR) instead of the rain ice snow driving mode. See ADAPTIVE SURFACE RESPONSE (AdSR).

DYNAMIC MODE

Dynamic mode adjusts the vehicle’s control systems to create a more dynamic driving experience.

COMFORT MODE

Select the comfort driving mode when driving on-road and on surfaces which are similar to a hard road surface. For example, dry cobbles and dry wooden planks.

Select the comfort driving mode when the need for any other driving mode has passed.

ECO MODE

The ECO driving mode adjusts various vehicle systems and features in order to reduce energy consumption and increase the driving range.

The ECO driving mode can be used in conjunction with the ECO DATA feature. The ECO DATA feature comprises a number of touchscreen displays designed to encourage a more efficient driving style. See APPS SCREEN.

When selected, the ECO driving mode:

Switches off the heated or climate seats.
Switches off the heated steering wheel.
Sets the auto blower speed to low.
May reduce the audio volume.

In addition:

The heated windshield does not automatically switch on when the vehicle is started, if configured to do so. See CLIMATE SETTINGS.
The performance of the climate system may be affected.

The ECO DATA feature monitors, displays, and records the driver’s manual inputs on the touchscreen. Automatic inputs, e.g., adaptive cruise control acceleration, are not monitored, displayed, or recorded. Items not being monitored or recorded are grayed out.

NOTES
The ECO DATA feature only begins recording data after the vehicle has traveled at least 1 mile (1 km).

ADAPTIVE SURFACE RESPONSE (ADSR)

Adaptive Surface Response (AdSR) detects different driving surfaces and automatically adjusts the vehicle’s performance and handling characteristics to improve progress in challenging conditions.

Select AdSR when traveling in adverse weather and driving conditions, for example:

Wet roads.
Icy roads.
Snow laden roads.
Deep gravel.
Flat or soft sand.

Winter tires and all-season tires also help to further enhance the vehicle’s stability in adverse weather conditions.

The low traction launch feature can also be used to further enhance low speed maneuvering and pulling away from a standstill in adverse conditions. See LOW TRACTION LAUNCH.

NOTES
Some vehicles may be fitted with the rain ice snow driving mode instead of AdSR. See RAIN ICE SNOW MODE.