Monitoring fuel efficiency using AMG steering controls is a convenient feature available in many Mercedes-AMG vehicles equipped with the MBUX multimedia system and steering wheel controls. By utilizing the steering wheel's buttons or touchpad (if available), drivers can access important real-time information about their vehicle’s fuel economy. Here’s how you can monitor fuel efficiency with the steering controls:

1. Accessing Fuel Efficiency Data via the Instrument Cluster

• Step 1: Press the "Menu" or "Settings" button on your steering wheel (this may be a touchpad, button, or thumb controls, depending on your model).
• Step 2: Navigate to the Vehicle Information or Trip Information section using the steering wheel’s controls (usually a rotary dial or touchpad).
• Step 3: From the vehicle info menu, select Fuel Efficiency or Consumption to view real-time data such as:
  • Current fuel consumption (measured in liters per 100 kilometers or miles per gallon).
  • Average fuel consumption over a specific trip.
  • Range remaining based on current fuel levels.

2. Using the MBUX System

• If your Mercedes-AMG vehicle features the MBUX multimedia system, you can easily access fuel efficiency data on the central display.
  • Use the steering wheel touchpad or buttons to navigate to the MBUX screen.
  • Select the "Vehicle" tab or "Trip" menu to view detailed fuel consumption statistics, including instantaneous fuel usage and efficiency over a set period or distance.

3. Instantaneous Fuel Consumption via the Heads-Up Display (HUD)

• If your vehicle is equipped with a heads-up display, you can use the steering wheel buttons to toggle between various screens, including one that shows instantaneous fuel consumption.
• This is useful for monitoring how your driving style affects fuel efficiency in real time.

4. Customizing the Steering Wheel Display for Fuel Efficiency

• Many AMG vehicles allow drivers to customize the instrument cluster or MBUX display to show preferred information like fuel efficiency.
  • You can access the settings for this using the steering wheel controls.
  • Choose a layout that prioritizes fuel-related data for easy monitoring.

5. Using Driving Modes to Optimize Fuel Efficiency

• Some AMG vehicles feature a DYNAMIC SELECT system, allowing you to switch between different driving modes such as Comfort, Eco, Sport, or Individual.
  • In Eco mode, fuel efficiency is optimized, and you can monitor how the vehicle responds to conserve fuel.
  • Use the steering wheel buttons or rotary dial to toggle through these modes and observe fuel efficiency data.

6. Average Fuel Consumption Over Multiple Trips

• The trip computer function, accessible via the steering wheel, allows you to monitor the average fuel consumption over different trips. This is useful for tracking long-term fuel efficiency trends and making adjustments in your driving behavior to improve efficiency.

7. Fuel Range

• The steering wheel controls can help display remaining fuel range by accessing the fuel economy settings via the MBUX system or the instrument cluster. This helps you stay informed about how far you can travel before needing to refuel.

8. Energy Flow Display (Hybrid or Electric Models)

• In hybrid or electric AMG models (such as the AMG EQ models), the steering wheel may provide access to an energy flow screen that shows how power is distributed between the engine and the electric motor.
• This can help you monitor fuel efficiency in real-time and optimize your driving for better energy conservation.

Conclusion

By using the steering wheel controls in combination with the MBUX system or instrument cluster, Mercedes-AMG drivers can easily monitor their vehicle’s fuel efficiency and make adjustments to improve it. This convenience allows for a more efficient driving experience while ensuring that important data is always within reach.