Fuel consumption and emissions of carbon dioxide
Fuel CO2 emissions, fuel consumption and tank capacity Fuel consumption and emissions of carbon dioxide Fuel consumption and emission values in the table above are based on specific EU driving cycles that apply to cars with kerb weight in the basic version¬ and without extra equipment. The car's weight may increase depending on equipment. This, as well as how heavily the car is loaded, increases fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions. There are several reasons for increased fuel consumption¬ compared with the table's values. Examples of this are:
- The driver's driving style
- High speed results in increased wind resistance
- AC switched on (air conditioning)
- Roof load and ski box result in increased wind resistance
- Low air pressure in the tyres Fuel quality, road and traffic conditions¬, weather and the condition of the car.
To bear in mind
Large deviations in fuel consumption may arise in a comparison with the EU driving cycles which are used in the certification of the car and on which the consumption figures in the table are based. Below are examples of tips that the driver can use in order to reduce consumption:
- Drive gently.
- Drive in the highest gear possible, adapted to the traffic situation and the road you are driving on. Low engine speeds result in lower fuel consumption.
- Use engine braking to slow down, when it can take place without risk to other road users.
- Avoid letting the engine idle for long periods. Pay attention to local traffic regulations. Switch off the engine if stationary for longer periods, when this can take place without endangering other road users.
- If the car is equipped with an electric engine block heater, always use it before starting from cold.
- Drive with the correct air pressure in the tyres and check this regularly. Select ECO tyre pressure for best results.
- Choice of tyres can affect fuel consumption. Information on suitable tyres can be given by your dealer.
- Extra weight - remove unnecessary items from the car.
- Remove the space box directly after use.
Always carry out service and maintenance on the car in accordance with the instructions in the owner's manual.
Even a combination of some of the above-mentioned examples can result in significantly improved consumption. For further information, please refer to the regulations referred to in accordance with the above.
WARNING
Never switch off the engine while driving, such as on a downhill gradient, this disables important systems such as the power steering and brake servo.
Official fuel consumption figures are based on two standard driving cycles in a laboratory environment (“EU driving cycles”) all in accordance with EU Directive 80/1268/EEC (Euro 4), EU Regulation no. 682/2008 (Euro 5) and UN ECE Regulation no. 101. These regulations include the driving cycles for city driving and driving on main roads. – City driving – the measurement starts with starting the engine from cold. The driving is simulated. – Driving on main roads – the car is accelerated and braked at speeds between 0-120 km/h. The driving is simulated. The value for combined driving, which is reported in the table, is a combination of city driving and driving on main roads, in accordance with legal requirements. CO2 emissions – the exhaust gases are collected in order to calculate the carbon dioxide emissions during the two driving cycles. These are then analysed and give the value for CO2 emissions.