Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 2023 Owners Manual
8.26. Fuel Efficient Driving Tips
Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient Driving Tips to help you achieve the most fuel economy from your vehicle.
Use smooth accelerator and brake pedal application.
Avoid rapid starts and stops.
Use smooth, gentle accelerator and brake application whenever possible.
Maintain constant speed while commuting and coast whenever possible.
Maintain constant speed.
Look ahead to try and anticipate and minimise stops.
Synchronizing your speed with traffic lights allows you to reduce your number of stops.
Maintaining a steady speed can minimise red light stops and improve fuel efficiency.
Close windows when driving.
Driving with a window open at 100 km/h(60 MPH) increases fuel consumption by up to 4%. Driving with the windows closed allows for better fuel economy.
Optimize the use of air conditioning.
The air conditioning system has a positive effect on driving and vehicle safety through comfort cooling and dehumidifying, drivers are more alert and have better visibility when window demisting / defogging becomes necessary. However, use of the air conditioning system will increase fuel consumption substantially in an urban environment. Optimize the use of air conditioning by using the vent as much as possible.
Drive at economical speeds and distances.
Observing the speed limit and not exceeding 97 km/h (60 MPH) (where legally allowed) can improve fuel efficiency due to reduced aerodynamic drag.
Maintaining a safe following distance behind other vehicles reduces unnecessary braking.
Safely monitoring traffic to anticipate changes in speed permits reduced braking and smooth acceleration changes.
Use cruise control.
Using cruise control during highway driving helps maintain a steady speed.
Cruise control is particularly effective in providing fuel savings when driving on flat terrains.
Plan for the shortest route.
Utilise a map or navigation system (where fitted) to determine the best route to save time.
Avoid idling.
Shutting off your e-POWER system when safe for stops exceeding 30-60 seconds saves fuel and reduces emissions.
Buy an automated pass for toll roads.
Automated passes permit drivers to use special lanes to maintain cruising speed through the toll and avoid stopping and starting.
Winter warm up.
Limit idling time to minimise impact to fuel economy.
Vehicles typically need no more than 30 seconds of idling at start-up to effectively circulate the engine oil before driving.
Your vehicle will reach its ideal operating temperature more quickly while driving versus idling.
Keeping your vehicle cool.
Park your vehicle in a covered parking area or in the shade whenever possible.
When entering a hot vehicle, opening the windows will help to reduce the inside temperature faster, resulting in reduced demand on your A/C system.