Information at a glance

Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn signal lever calls up the following information on the info display:

  • Range.
  • Average fuel consumption.
  • Average speed.
  • Date*.
  • Time of arrival* When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system.
  • Distance to destination* When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system.
  • Arrow view of navigation system* When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system.
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