Increasing range
Vehicle equipment
This chapter describes equipment, systems and
functions which are offered or will be offered on
a model-specific basis, even if they are not inclu‐
ded in the vehicle in question.
For further information:
Vehicle equipment, see page 7.
Increasing range
General
The vehicle contains extensive technologies to
reduce energy consumption and maximise
range.
A number of measures, such as driving style and
regular service can increase the range.
For further information:
Range, see page 164.
Remove unnecessary loads
Extra weight decreases range.
Remove mounted parts after use
Parts mounted on the vehicle can adversely af‐
fect its aerodynamics and increase energy con‐
sumption.
Close windows
Open windows increase drag and consequently
reduce the range.
Tyres
General
Tyres can have differing effects on energy con‐
sumption. For example, energy consumption can
be affected by tyre size.
Check tyre inflation pressure regularly
Check and, if necessary, correct the tyre inflation
pressure at least twice a month and before set‐
ting off on a longer journey.
Insufficient tyre inflation pressure increases roll‐
ing resistance and consequently energy con‐
sumption and tyre wear.
For further information:
Tyre inflation pressure information, see
page 333.
Pre-conditioning
Activate preliminary air conditioning in the vehicle
during charging before starting the trip.
Heating and cooling processes are very energy-
intensive and decrease the electric range consid‐
erably.
For further information:
Pre-conditioning, see page 290.
Think ahead
Anticipating the road situation and adopting a
smooth driving style will reduce energy con‐
sumption.
Avoid accelerating and braking unnecessarily.
To do so, keep an appropriate distance from the
vehicle ahead.
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