HDC Hill Descent Control

The concept

HDC is a downhill driving assistant that automatically controls vehicle speed on steep downhill gradients. Without applying the brakes, the vehicle moves at slightly more than walking speed.

Hill Descent Control can be activated at speeds below approx. 22 mph/35 km/h. When driving downhill, the vehicle reduces its speed to approx.

walking speed and then keeps its speed constant.

As long as there is active braking, the system is on standby. The system does not brake the vehicle during this time.

Use HDC in low gears or in transmission position D or R only.

See also:

Office information
The number of unread messages and active tasks as well as the upcoming appointments are displayed. 1. "Office" 2. "Current office" 3. Select the desired entry to display det ...

Display in the instrument cluster
The selected speed is displayed in the speedometer. ► Green: the system is actively braking the vehicle. ► Orange: the system is on standby. ...

Energy recovery
The energy of motion of the vehicle is converted to electrical energy while coasting. The vehicle battery is partially charged and fuel consumption can be lowered. Odometer and trip odomete ...