All-Wheel Drive; Drive Modes - Volvo V60 2018 Owner's Manual

All-wheel drive*

All-wheel drive, AWD (All Wheel Drive), means
that the car is driving all four wheels at the same
time, which improves traction.
To achieve the best possible traction, the motive
force is distributed automatically to the wheels
with the best grip. The system continuously cal-
culates the need for torque to the rear wheels,
and can immediately redistribute up to half of the
motor's torque to the rear wheels.
All-wheel drive also has a stabilising effect at
higher speeds. Under normal driving conditions,
the majority of power is transmitted to the front
wheels. When stationary, the all-wheel drive is
always engaged in preparation for maximum trac-
tion during acceleration.
All-wheel drive characteristics vary depending on
the selected drive mode.
Related information
• Drive modes* (p. 443)
Gearbox (p. 435)
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Applies to automatic gearbox.
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Drive modes*

Selection of drive mode affects the car's driving
characteristics in order to enhance the driving
experience and facilitate driving in special situa-
tions.
Using the drive modes it is possible to quickly
have access to the car's numerous functions and
settings for different driving needs. The following
systems are adapted to obtain the best possible
driving characteristics in each respective drive
mode:
Steering
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Engine/gearbox /all-wheel drive*
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Brakes
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Shock absorption
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Driver display
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Start/Stop function
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Climate settings
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Select the drive mode that best suits the current
driving conditions. Remember that not all drive
modes are available in all situations.
Selectable drive modes
COMFORT
This is the car's normal mode.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
When the car starts, it is in Comfort mode and
the Start/Stop function is activated. These set-
tings make the car feel comfortable, the steering
and shock absorbers are adapted for normal driv-
ing and the body movements are compliant.
This drive mode is the certification mode for car-
bon dioxide emissions.
ECO
Adapt the car for more energy-efficient and
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environmentally-conscious driving with the
Eco mode.
The drive mode means, for example, that the
Start/Stop function is activated, the shock
absorbers are soft and the output of certain cli-
mate settings is reduced.
The driver display has an ECO gauge that facili-
tates fuel-efficient driving.
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* Option/accessory.