The possible vehicle set-up in each mode depends on which equipment is installed on your vehicle. The engine1) and steering are basic parts of your vehicle which are always included in the set-up.
Engine and automatic gearbox*
The response of the engine and automatic gearbox* to accelerator pedal movements will be more spontaneous or balanced, depending on which mode you select. In efficiency* mode the automatic gearbox* selects the next gear at lower engine speeds and the coasting mode is activated ►Link. This helps to reduce fuel consumption.
Suspension control (Audi magnetic ride)*
The suspension control uses sensors to collect information on steering movements, braking and acceleration input by the driver, road surface quality, road speed and vehicle loading. With Audi drive select you can choose between dynamic and comfort-oriented suspension set-ups (dynamic and comfort modes), or opt for a more balanced set-up (auto mode).
Steering
The degree of power assistance can be varied. Various modes are possible ►Link. The light, indirect steering response in comfort mode is particularly suitable on long motorway trips, for instance. The steering has a tighter, more direct feel in dynamic mode.
The steering response is even more agile on vehicles with progressive steering*.
Cornering light*
The cornering light adapts itself to the contour of the corner at speeds from approximately 10 km/h to 110 km/h. The swivel action and light distribution are also adjusted according to the operating mode.
Air conditioner*
The air conditioner runs in a particularly economical mode when the efficiency* setting is selected. When this function is selected, eco* is shown in the display of the automatic air conditioner.
Cruise control system*
The acceleration response is particularly economical in efficiency* mode.
Adaptive cruise control*
The acceleration mode can be varied from comfort to sport by changing the setting in drive select. The setting also determines whether the response of the adaptive cruise control to the driving style of the driver in front is more balanced or spontaneous. The efficiency* mode chooses a set-up for maximum economy.
Note
- On some models the vehicle's maximum speed can only be obtained in the auto and dynamic modes.
- On vehicles with manual gearbox, an E appears in the gear-change indicator when efficiency* mode is activated.
- On vehicles with automatic gearbox, if you select efficiency* mode when the selector lever is in position D, E will automatically appear in the instrument cluster display.
- Please note that the efficiency* mode is not available in towing mode.
1) Does not apply to the 1.2 TFSI engine