Nine tips for greater range
with ID. models in winter

Every ID. model features driving modes B and D. B (for brake) is suited to the city: When you take your foot off the throttle, the car regenerates power – it uses the electric motor in the rear to brake, converting the kinetic energy into electrical energy, which is then stored in the battery. D (for drive), on the other hand, is the programme for motorways and major roads – here, the car continues to ‘sail’ when you take your foot off the throttle. Using kinetic energy to cover large distances is the most efficient way to move.

Above speeds of around 60 km/h, efficiency is particularly dependent on aerodynamic drag. As speed increases, the power consumption of an electric car also increases disproportionately. An additional 10 km/h can have a noticeable effect on range. Think ahead while driving and use the sail function where possible. And select Eco mode from the driving profile selection! This reduces the power of the air conditioning slightly and supports efficient driving when accelerating. You can use kickdown to override this at any time.

Driver assistance systems help save power.

All ID. models have the Eco Assistant on board as standard. This supports a forward-looking, efficient style of driving. For example, when the car approaches a corner or built-up area, the system uses messages to inform the driver when to take their foot off the throttle. The Eco Assistant also automatically increases recuperation where possible.

All ID. models have the Eco Assistant on board as standard.

If you drive an ID. model with heated seats and steering wheel, then activate both for a cold start in the winter! Warm contact areas give you a cosy feeling that means you can turn the heating down a little. Which allows you to save power and gain range.

Check your tyre pressure!

Check your tyre pressure regularly – even pressure that is 0.3 bar too low can measurably increase rolling resistance, thus causing unnecessary extra consumption.

Activate interior heating – the easiest way to do this is using the We Connect app – before you start. The standard high-voltage heater and the optional heat pump in the car both draw the required power directly from the grid. Leaving your batteries fully charged and the range unaffected. The latest ID. models (from end of 2021) can preheat both the interior and the battery whilst connected to the grid. Incidentally: If you find yourself driving in a cold region, don’t worry: The ID. models also start in extremely low outside temperatures.

When you return from holiday, remove the trailer or roof rack immediately – these add extra weight and increase aerodynamic drag. Do not use your boot as a place to store lots of drinks.

When the winter draws to an end, switch to summer tyres as soon as possible! For ID. models, they have been specially optimised to roll easily. Winter and all-season tyres have a higher roll resistance, which reduces range.