Driver Assistance Systems ¹

The goal of Lane Assist is to keep the vehicle in lane if the driver doesn't notice.

- Recording of side markers via a multifunction camera behind the windscreen.

- Regulated counter steering as soon as the vehicle looks as though it is going to leave its lane and the driver has not activated the turn signal for the direction in question.

- Speed range >60km/h.

Once activated in the Modular Infotainment Toolkit, Lane Assist is always active. In addition to the visual display in the instrument cluster, the steering wheel vibration can also be switched on, via the Direct access button module (DiEta) or Modular infotainment Matrix.

Benefits

Prevents the vehicle from leaving its lane accidentally.

Relieves strain on the driver, particularly on long journeys.

Helps to prevent accidents through unintended departure from a lane.

Increases the safety of passengers and all road users.

Note - The driver must be prepared at all times to override the assistance system and is in no way released from their responsibility to drive the vehicle with caution.

Adaptive Cruise Control uses a front radar to measure the distance (up to 120 metres) andspeed relative to vehicles driving ahead. It automatically regulates the pre-set distance. ACC also includes the Front Assist with City Emergency Braking System. This detects critical distances, warns of hazardous situations and when necessary, a speed of up to 18mph triggers emergency braking.

As part of the Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP), the standard Crosswind Assist applies adaptive braking intervention when the vehicle encounters a strong crosswind.

As part of Active Lane Assist, Rear Traffic Alert helps by emitting an audible warning when reversing out of a parking space if another vehicle is approaching. If the driver fails to respond, the system intervenes and applies braking to help avoid a collision.

Park Assist aids positioning into parking spaces. When reverse is engaged, the vehicle assumes control of the steering. All that’s required of the driver is to operate the pedals, whilst keeping a good lookout. As part of Park Assist, Side protection monitors the vehicle’s sides and alerts you with visual and audible warnings if you’re getting too close to other vehicles, pillars, walls or pedestrians.

The steering angle is decisive for precise reversing, and the optional Trailer Assist trailer maneuvering system will take care of steering for you. First select reverse gear, press the parking aid button and use the mirror adjustment switch to set the direction in which the trailer should be steered. Your vehicle will now steer automatically while you just need to take care of changing gear, accelerating and braking. This means you stay in control at all times.

This practical option automatically dips the headlights when it detects oncoming vehicles, or vehicles travelling ahead, to prevent other drivers from becoming dazzled. The system automatically switches on the high-beam headlights when the vehicle is travelling above 37mph in darkness.

Displays the current pressure for every tyre and warns of deviations from the set pressure. Optional on all models.