Your vehicle contains advanced technology for reducing fuel consumption and emissions. Fuel consumption depends on many factors. Certain measures, such as moderate driving style and regular maintenance, can influence fuel consumption and environmental impact.
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Remove auxiliary mirrors, roof or rear luggage racks which are no longer required. Attached parts impair aerodynamics and increase fuel consumption.
Driving with windows or sunroof open increases air resistance, reducing range.
Tires can affect fuel consumption in various ways, e.g., tire size may influence consumption.
Check and, if needed, correct tire pressure at least twice a month and before long trips. Low tire pressure increases rolling resistance, fuel consumption, and tire wear.
Do not wait for the engine to warm up while stationary. Start driving at moderate engine speeds for quickest warm-up.
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking by maintaining a suitable distance to vehicles ahead. Driving smoothly reduces fuel consumption.
Driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel consumption and reduces wear. Use 1st gear to start; accelerate and shift up before reaching high engine speeds. Once at speed, drive in the highest gear possible at low, constant engine speed. Observe the gear shift indicator if available.
When approaching a red light, take your foot off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast. Going downhill, let the vehicle roll. Fuel flow is interrupted while coasting.
Turn off the engine at traffic lights, railroad crossings, or in congestion to save fuel.
The Auto Start/Stop function automatically switches off the engine during stops, reducing fuel consumption and emissions. Savings begin within seconds of switching off the engine. Fuel consumption also depends on driving style, road conditions, maintenance, and environmental factors.
Functions like seat heating and rear window defroster consume energy and reduce range. Turn off when not needed. The ECO PRO driving program supports energy-saving use of comfort features, partially or completely deactivating them automatically.
Regular maintenance ensures optimal vehicle efficiency and operating life. Maintenance should be performed by your service center. Refer to the BMW Maintenance System for more details.
Concept: ECO PRO supports a fuel-efficient driving style by adjusting engine control and comfort features such as climate control. Under certain conditions, the engine is decoupled from the transmission in D position, allowing the vehicle to continue traveling with engine idling to reduce fuel consumption. Context-sensitive instructions are displayed to assist optimized driving style.
