Economical Driving - Volvo XC90 Recharge Owner's Manual

STARTING AND DRIVING

Economical driving

To achieve the longest possible range, the
driver should plan driving and adapt driving
style and speed to the prevailing situation.
Before driving
Precondition the car before driving if pos-
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sible using the charging cable connected
to the mains power circuit.
If preconditioning is not possible when it
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is cold outside, use seat heating and steer-
ing wheel heating first of all. Avoid warm-
ing up the whole of the interior which
takes energy from the hybrid battery.
Choice of tyres and tyre pressure can
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affect energy consumption - seek advice
on suitable tyres from an authorised Volvo
dealer.
Remove unnecessary items from the car -
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the greater the load the higher the con-
sumption.
While driving
Activate drive mode Pure
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Activate the Hold function at higher
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speeds during journeys that are longer
than the range of the electricity.
If possible, avoid using the
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tion to charge the hybrid battery.
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Drive at a steady speed and keep a good
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distance to other vehicles and objects in
order to avoid braking.
The hybrid battery is recharged during
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braking by braking gently with the brake
pedal.
High speed results in increased energy
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consumption since the wind resistance
increases with speed.
In a cold climate, reduce electrical heating
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of windows, mirrors, seats and steering
wheel, if possible.
Avoid driving with open windows.
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Do not hold the car stationary on a hill
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with the accelerator pedal. Instead, acti-
vate the function for braking when station-
ary.
If possible, deactivate the climate control
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while driving a short distance after pre-
conditioning.
After driving
If possible, park in an acclimated garage
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.
with charging facilities.
Related information
Regenerative braking* (p. 482)
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Charge func-
Range (p. 505)
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Checking tyre pressure (p. 600)
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Show trip statistics in the centre display
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(p. 97)
Automatic braking when stationary
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(p. 480)
Hold and Charge (p. 506)
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* Option/accessory.