This function is only available for a plug-in hybrid.
Depending on the selected recuperation level, the electric motor is operated as an alternator when in overrun mode and during braking in order to charge the high-voltage battery while driving. As soon as you release the accelerator pedal when the vehicle is in motion, recuperation in overrun mode is initiated.
The higher the recuperation, the more sharply the vehicle is braked when coasting and the more electrical energy is fed into the high-voltage battery.
supports braking with electronically controlled brake force boosting
converts the kinetic energy of the vehicle into electric energy
If you brake hard, the mechanical brake is also used. This means that the maximum recuperative energy cannot be recovered. The more you drive and brake in an anticipatory manner, the more efficiently energy can be recuperated.
when the high-voltage battery charge level increases
if the high-voltage battery is not yet at a normal operating temperature
when driving at speeds close to zero
in transmission position
during and after ESP® intervenes
In these cases, the desired deceleration is set by the brake control system. Also brake with the service brake if necessary.