Glossary

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An all-wheel-drive system that provides the best possible traction at all road speeds, in all weather and road conditions. An electronic Haldex clutch responds to traction losses at the front and rear axles and directs torque to the axle with the best traction.

Adaptive chassis control 

The electrically controlled dampers of adaptive chassis control constantly adjust to the road conditions, the driving situation and driver’s requirements. Using a button located on the centre console, the driver selects between three damper settings – NORMAL, COMFORT and SPORT.

Starting from the normal setting, the driver can change the basic character of the car towards sporty or more comfort-oriented driving. In SPORT and COMFORT settings, the corresponding name is illuminated in the button. In NORMAL setting, only the shock absorber symbol is illuminated. In all settings, the adaptive chassis control adjusts the damping to the particular driving situation (up till one thousand times per second) which means it offers an optimum level of driving comfort and enjoyment at all times. In addition, in the SPORT setting the steering feel is also adapted. Particularly on windy roads and poor surfaces, using adaptive chassis control offers sporty and yet comfortable driving.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is an extension of the conventional cruise control system with advanced capabilities based on a radar sensor. When ACC is activated, the vehicle automatically brakes and accelerates in a speed range set by the driver.

If the Volkswagen CC approaches a slower vehicle, the ACC brakes the car to the same speed and maintains the pre-selected distance. Even when a vehicle pulls into the same lane in front of you or slows, your vehicle is automatically decelerated to the pre-selected distance. If the vehicle ahead moves out of your lane, the Volkswagen CC then accelerates up to the preset desired speed.

Deceleration of the vehicle may take place via intervention in the engine management system. If deceleration via engine torque is not sufficient, brake intervention takes place, braking the vehicle to a standstill if the traffic situation necessitates. ACC can be reactivated automatically by tapping the accelerator pedal.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) cannot replace the driver’s assertiveness. The driver is still legally responsible for the vehicle and must monitor the speed and distance in relation to other vehicles. The ACC system should not be used on winding roads or in adverse weather conditions such as heavy rain.

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

When braking, wheel speed sensors measure the road wheel speed and should one or more wheels start to lock the ABS system reduces brake pressure to that wheel. This prevents the wheels from locking during heavy or emergency braking, enabling the vehicle to remain steerable.

Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)

ASR improves driving and steering characteristics by preventing the driven wheels from spinning under acceleration. When a difference in driving wheel speed is detected (i.e. when one wheel starts to spin due to differences in road surfaces, e.g. due to water or dirt) the system automatically reduces engine torque. ASR is a switchable traction control system.

Auto Hold function

As soon as the vehicle comes to a complete stop, the ABS hydraulic unit stores the vehicles final braking pressure. So even when you take your foot off the brake pedal, all four wheels brakes remain applied, providing increased comfort in stationary traffic. This function is released automatically when you drive off again.

Brake Assist

During emergency braking, Brake Assist aids the driver by increasing the brake pressure automatically to a level exceeding the locking limit. The ABS is thus quickly brought into the operating range, which enables maximum vehicle deceleration to be achieved.

Coasting Function^

While driving, as the driver’s foot is taken off the accelerator pedal the engine is declutched, allowing the vehicle to coast and roll over a longer distance. The momentum of the vehicle is used to save fuel with a foresighted driving style. When the brake, accelerator pedal or the gear selector lever is operated, the clutch is re-engaged and engine braking / drive takes effect. Coasting Function can be selected or deselected via the multifunction display settings. The gear selector lever is required to be in the D position to be functional.

Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG)

DSG is a manual gearbox in which the gearshifts are controlled electronically. What makes the DSG unique is that it has 2 separate gear sets operated by 2 clutches. The benefit of 2 gear sets and 2 clutches is that one gear set and clutch is engaged driving the vehicle with the second disengaged clutch having already pre‑selected the next gear awaiting for power to be transferred. As the next gear has already been pre-selected prior to power being applied, the gear change only takes 3-4 100ths of a second. There is virtually no interruption to power, traction or acceleration. The DSG also offers Tiptronic gear selection and sports mode.

Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD)

Electronic, more sophisticated means of regulating the ratio of front/rear brake pressure. Settings are varied according to driving and load conditions to ensure each wheel is braked to the optimum extent.

Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)

EDL improves driving and steering characteristics when accelerating on road surfaces where each wheel has a different degree of traction. The system operates automatically and is combined with the ABS system. Using the ABS wheel sensors, EDL monitors the speed of the individual driving wheels. When a difference in driving wheel speed is detected (i.e. when one wheel starts to spin due to differences in road surfaces, e.g. due to water or dirt) the system brakes the spinning wheel, transferring engine power to the wheel with the best traction.

Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP)

ABS and ASR traction control systems are integrated into the Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP). In short, ESP helps ensure that the vehicle goes where you steer it even in extreme driving conditions. The ESP system constantly compares the actual movement of the vehicle with pre-determined values and should a situation arise where the vehicle starts to skid, ESP will apply the brakes to individual wheels and automatically adjust the engine’s power output to correct the problem. ESP prevents the vehicle from losing control when trying to avoid an accident, for example. It also prevents spinning off on a curve due to either understeer or oversteer.

Easy Open

Is a convenient method to open the boot without the use of the vehicles key.
The Keyless Access sensor recognises the driver behind the vehicle. A certain foot movement at the back of the vehicle signals for the boot to automatically open without touching the vehicle.

Extended Electronic Differential Lock (XDL)

XDL is an extension of the Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) function. When cornering, XDL responds to the load relief at the front wheel on the inside of a corner. The ESP hydraulics are used for the XDL to apply pressure to the wheel on the inside of the corner in order to prevent wheel spin. This improves traction and reduces the tendency to understeer. As a direct result of the one-sided and precise braking pressure, cornering is sportier and more accurate.

Fatigue Detection

The driver Fatigue Detection system automatically analyses the driving characteristics and if they indicate possible fatigue, recommends that the driver takes a break. The system continually evaluates steering wheel movements along with other signals in the vehicle on motorways and others roads at speeds in excess of 65 km/h, and calculates a fatigue estimate.

If fatigue is detected, the driver is warned by information in the Multi-function Display (MFD Plus) and an acoustic signal. The warning is repeated after 15 minutes if the driver has not taken a break.

Fatigue Detection cannot replace the driver’s assertiveness. The driver is still legally responsible for the vehicle and therefore determining whether or not they are fit to drive. A driving time of 15 minutes is required in order to assess the driver correctly. The functionality of the system is restricted given a sporty driving style, winding roads and poor road surfaces.

Front Assist with City Emergency Brake (City EB) function

The Front Assist ambient traffic monitoring system uses a radar sensor to detect critical distance situations and thus help to shorten the braking distance, reducing the risk of a rear-end collision.

The traffic ahead is monitored constantly by the radar at the front. If a vehicle is detected ahead of you in the lane, the distance and the speed relative to it are calculated. If the gap is closing too fast, Front Assist initially warns the driver by means of an audible as well as a visual signal. At the same time, the brake pads are brought into contact with the brake discs and the sensitivity of the Brake Assist is increased. This primes the braking system for a possible emergency stop.

If the situation escalates, the City EB function provides automatic braking and/or boosting of the driver’s braking force up to maximum braking.

Front Assist with City EB cannot replace the driver’s assertiveness. The driver is still legally responsible for the vehicle and must monitor the speed and distance in relation to other vehicles. 

Lane Assist 

Lane Assist is a lane departure warning system that is designed to help reduce the likelihood of the vehicle leaving the road or crossing into on oncoming lane and therefore the risk of accident as a result of driver distraction or a lapse in concentration.

The Lane Assist system monitors the road ahead with the aid of a camera (located near the interior rear-view mirror) which recognises lane markings and evaluates the position of the vehicle. If the vehicle starts to leave the lane, the Lane Assist system takes corrective steering action. If this is not sufficient the driver is warned about the situation by a steering vibration and is asked to take over the steering. Additionally, if no active steering movements by the driver are recognised for longer than approximately 8 seconds, a message will appear in the Multi-Function Display (MFD Plus) in conjunction with a warning tone. The corrective steering function can be overridden by the driver at any time and the system does not react if the turn indicator is set before crossing a lane marking.

In combination with Side Assist, the two assist systems complement each other. If another vehicle is in the blind spot during a lane change, the dual assist system warns the driver by means of flashing LEDs in the right-hand or left-hand exterior mirror and by vibrations on the steering wheel. It also supports the driver by means of a corrective steering intervention. This procedure occurs regardless of the state of the turn indicators.

Lane Assist cannot replace the driver’s assertiveness. The driver is still legally responsible for the vehicle and therefore staying in the lane at all times. The system will not work if there are no recognisable lane markings. The camera vision can be reduced by rain, snow, heavy spray or oncoming lights. This and vehicles in front of you can lead to the lane markings not being recognised by the Lane Assist system. The Lane Assist system does not activate at a vehicle speed of less than 65km/h.

Park Assist 2 

Park Assist 2 actively helps the driver when reversing into 90º parking bays, as well as reversing into and driving out of parallel parking spaces. The system works by using sensors mounted either side of the front and rear bumpers together with parking distance sensors front and rear. To park, the driver simply presses the Park Assist button to select the type of parking manoeuvre and uses the appropriate indicator as the car slowly passes the potential parking space. Sensors scan the size of the parking space as the car is driven past and the driver is alerted if the parking space is big enough. If there is sufficient space, the driver stops the car, selects reverse and lets go of the steering wheel.

Park Assist will alert the driver of the intended path and subsequently the appearance of obstacles in the Multi-Function Display, within the driver’s field of vision. Park Assist then actively supports the driver by taking over the steering control and parks the vehicle in the available space using the ideal course, if necessary with several moves. The driver can however take over the control of the steering at any time and end the automatic parking procedure.

Park Assist cannot replace the driver’s attentiveness. The driver is still legally responsible for the vehicle. If the driver notices a risk that pedestrians, other vehicles or objects could be damaged or if they are uncertain of the risk, they will need to react accordingly and stop the vehicle, ending the function.

Side Assist 

Side Assist, is a lane change assistant that detects vehicles on the right and left hand side of the lane, in the blind spot and those vehicles coming nearer behind. The system informs with a warning light in the exterior mirror whenever a detected vehicle is close and a lane change would be dangerous. If the driver sets the indicator, the warning light begins to flash to help reduce the likelihood of the vehicle leaving the road or crossing into on oncoming lane and therefore the risk of accident as a result of driver distraction or a lapse in concentration.

 

 

^Only available on selected models.   Optional equipment