Notes

DISTRONIC PLUS helps the driver automatically maintain a specified distance from the vehicle ahead and helps minimise the risk of rear-end collisions by identifying potentially dangerous situations and reacting accordingly. As the sensors can operate between 0.2 and 200 metres the system is also helpful in city traffic or stop-and-go traffic. It can brake the vehicle to a standstill when necessary and also accelerate it again if necessary. DISTRONIC PLUS is only available in conjunction with the optional 7G-DCT 7-speed dual clutch transmission.

In stop-and-go traffic, DISTRONIC PLUS applies the brakes automatically – if necessary, until the vehicle comes to a complete stop. Automatic braking is applied with a deceleration of up to 4 m/s². When the traffic situation improves, DISTRONIC PLUS automatically accelerates to the preset speed.

Should DISTRONIC PLUS register that heavy braking is required, an intermittent warning tone is sounded and a warning symbol lights up on the instrument cluster. This alerts the driver to pay close attention and apply the brakes if necessary. To move off again after coming to a complete stop, all you need to do is pull the cruise control lever or tap the accelerator.