With an anticipatory driving style, glide mode helps you to reduce fuel consumption.
the combustion engine is disconnected from the drive train and the vehicle continues to roll in neutral.
the transmission position is displayed in green in the multifunction display.
Vehicles with a 48 V electrical system (EQ-Boost technology): the combustion engine is switched off depending on the driving situation. All of the vehicle functions remain active.
drive program E is selected.
the speed is within a suitable range.
the course of the road is suitable, e.g. no steep uphill or downhill gradients or tight bends.
there is no trailer coupled to the ball coupling of the trailer tow hitch, and no bicycle rack fitted.
you are no longer depressing the accelerator or brake pedal.
Glide mode can also be activated if you have selected the "Eco" setting for the drive (engine management) when in drive program I.
Glide mode is deactivated again if one of the conditions is no longer met.
Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC or Active Brake Assist: Glide mode is also deactivated depending on the traffic situation and the vehicle then switches to overrun mode. This further reduces fuel consumption.
uphill gradient
downhill gradient
temperature
height
speed
obstruction detection
operating conditions of the engine