Engine and differential
Always obey the official speed limit.
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road speed:
▷ For gasoline engine, 4,500 rpm and 100 mph/160 km/h.
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the transmission's kickdown mode for the initial miles.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be increased.
See also:
All other models: Oil levelcheck
The concept
The oil level is monitored electronically during
driving and shown on the Control Display.
If the oil level reaches the minimum level, a
check control message is displayed.
Requirem ...
Choice of optimised transmissions: six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic
unit
All engine versions of the new sports sedan are specified as standard with a
state-of-the-art six-speed manual transmission. Alternatively, an eight-speed
automatic transmission is optionally avai ...
The concept
HDC is a downhill driving assistant that automatically
controls vehicle speed on steep downhill
gradients. Without the brakes being applied,
the vehicle moves at slightly more than twice
walki ...