Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual page 415

Changing drive mode*
Select the drive mode that is adapted to the
current driving conditions.
The drive mode is changed using the control
in the tunnel console.
Keep in mind that not all drive modes are
available in all situations.
To change drive mode:
1. Press the DRIVE MODE control.
> A pop-up menu will appear in the cen-
ter display.
2. Roll the wheel upward or downward to
the desired drive mode.
3. Press the drive mode control or tap its
button in the center display to confirm the
selection.
> The selected drive mode is shown in
the instrument panel.
Related information
Drive modes* (p. 410)
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Activating and deactivating Eco drive
•
mode using the function button (p. 416)
Activating and deactivating Low Speed
•
Control* using the function button
(p. 424)
Activating and deactivating Hill Descent
•
Control* using the function button
(p. 426)
STARTING AND DRIVING
Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode can help make driving more
fuel-efficient and eco-friendly.
Use this mode to save fuel and promote eco-
friendly driving.
When Eco mode is activated, the following
characteristics are modified:
The automatic transmission's shifting
•
points.
Engine control and accelerator pedal
•
response.
Eco Coast functionality is activated and
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engine braking is disabled when the accel-
erator pedal is released at speeds
between 65 and 140 km/h
(40 and 87 mph).
Some of the climate system settings will
•
be reduced or switched off.
The suspension's self-leveling function*
•
will lower ground clearance to help reduce
wind resistance.
Information will be shown in the ECO
•
gauge in the instrument panel to help pro-
mote more eco-friendly and economical
driving.
Coast function Eco Coast
Eco Coast essentially deactivates engine brak-
ing, allowing the vehicle's kinetic energy to be
used to roll greater distances. When the driver
* Option/accessory.
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