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Fuel consumption

  • Check your tyre pressures regularly (at least once a month). Do this when the tyres are "cold".
  • Perform servicing regularly (in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions).
  • Do not run the engine when the vehicle is stationary. Drive slowly away immediately after you start the engine.
  • Avoid excessive revs in a low gear.
  • Change to a higher gear on time.
  • Accelerate calmly and remain alert.
  • Do not drive unnecessarily long with a roof rack or roof containers.
  • Do not drive unnecessarily with the air-conditioning switched on.
  • Switch off electricity-hungry equipment when you no longer need it (like the rear window heating).