Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual page 474

STARTING AND DRIVING
Economical driving
Drive economically and in a more eco-friendly
way by driving gently and anticipating situa-
tions.
Adapt your driving style and speed to the pre-
vailing situation.
Note the following:
For lower fuel consumption, activate
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drive mode.
Use the Eco Coast freewheel function in
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Eco drive mode – engine braking ceases,
meaning that the car's kinetic energy is
used to freewheel for longer distances.
When driving with manual gear changing
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– drive in the highest gear possible, adap-
ted to the current traffic situation and road
– lower engine speeds result in lower fuel
consumption. Use the gear shift indicator.
Drive at a steady speed and keep a good
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distance to other vehicles and objects to
minimise braking.
High speed results in increased fuel con-
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sumption - the wind resistance increases
with speed.
Trip computer indication for instantaneous
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fuel consumption can be helpful for driving
more economically.
Do not run the engine to operating tem-
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perature at idling speed, but rather drive
with a normal load right after starting – a
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cold engine consumes more fuel than a
warm one.
If possible, avoid using the car for driving
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short distances. The engine does not have
time to reach normal operating tempera-
ture, which contributes to increased fuel
consumption.
Use engine braking to slow down, when it
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Eco
can take place without risk to other road
users.
Drive with the correct air pressure in the
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tyres and check this regularly - select ECO
tyre pressure for best results.
Choice of tyres can affect fuel consump-
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tion - seek advice on suitable tyres from a
retailer.
Remove unnecessary items from the car -
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the greater the load the higher the con-
sumption.
A roof load and space box increase wind
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resistance, leading to higher consumption
- remove the load carriers when not in use.
Avoid driving with open windows.
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WARNING
Never switch off the engine while moving,
such as downhill, this deactivates impor-
tant systems such as the power steering
and brake servo.
Related information
Drive-E - cleaner driving pleasure (p. 30)
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Drive mode Eco (p. 458)
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Checking tyre pressure (p. 570)
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