PEUGEOT 3008 HYbrif4 Handbook page 10

FOR ECONOMICAL DRIVING, CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
The fuel consumption of a vehicle varies greatly :
- according to the driver's style of driving (moderate, aggressive, fast, ...),
- according to the type of journeys made (urban, main road, motorway, fl owing,
heavy traffi c, ...) and the speed.
Main recommendations for driving economically
Hybrid mode selector
To optimise fuel consumption, use the
Auto mode of the selector whenever
possible (the mode is activated auto-
matically when starting) including for
urban journeys.
This mode optimises the use of the energy
sources (internal combustion engine and/or
electric) contrary to other modes, which are
for use in particular cases.
Gear lever
Use the automatic mode A as much as
possible as this optimises gear changes
to suit the requirements.
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Drive smoothly
Stay in the "eco" zone indicated in the
power meter: accelerate gently, drive at
steady speeds using the speed limiter
or cruise control as soon as possible.
Use the "charge" zone: anticipate the
need to slow down by taking your foot off
the accelerator rather than braking. The
movement of the power meter needle (into
the "charge" zone), indicates the level of
energy recovery.
Causes of high consumption
and checks
As with any vehicle, limit overloading,
wind resistance (windows open above
30 mph (50 km/h), roof rack, loaded or
not, ...), the use of power consumers
(air conditioning, heated seats, heated
rear screen, ...).
Observe the recommendations on
checks (regular check of tyre pres-
sures, correct tyre pressures, ...) and
routine servicing.
Consumption history
See the impact of your style of driving
and the type of journey by reviewing
the history of your energy consumption.
Refer to the "Multifunction screens"
section.