How to drive a Mercedes-Benz 260: a guide combining driving skills and hot topics
Recently, discussions about luxury car driving skills have been hot topics on the Internet. In particular, the operation methods of entry-level luxury models such as the Mercedes-Benz 260 have attracted much attention. This article will combine the hot content of the past 10 days to provide you with structured data and practical driving guidance.
1. Ranking of hot topics in the automotive field in the past 10 days

| Ranking | topic | heat index | Related models |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Actual test of automatic parking system | 9.8 | Mercedes-Benz C-Class/Tesla |
| 2 | Advantages and disadvantages of 48V light hybrid system | 8.7 | Mercedes-Benz E260/Audi A6L |
| 3 | Misunderstandings of novice luxury car driving | 7.9 | Mercedes-Benz A-Class/BMW 3 Series |
| 4 | Comparison of vehicle system fluency | 7.5 | Mercedes-Benz MBUX/BMW iDrive |
| 5 | Energy-saving driving tips | 6.8 | Hybrid model/small displacement turbine |
2. Mercedes-Benz 260 Core Driving Operation Guide
1.Start-up and shut-down procedures
• Key-start model: Insert the key and turn it clockwise to the "ON" position, wait for the self-test to be completed (about 3 seconds) and then start
• One-button start of vehicle: press the brake and press the start button at the same time
• When turning off the engine, make sure the gear is in P and the electronic handbrake is activated.
2.Gearbox operating points
| Gear | Usage scenarios | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| P block | long parking | When parking on a slope, you need to apply the handbrake first |
| R block | reverse | Switch after the vehicle comes to a complete stop |
| N block | short term parking | It is not recommended to use when waiting for a red light |
| D block | Normal driving | ECO mode can be started and stopped during congestion |
| S gear | sporty driving | Fuel consumption will increase by about 15-20% |
3. Advanced techniques combined with hot spots
1.Using the automatic parking system
• 2023 Mercedes-Benz 260 comes standard with automatic parking assist
• Operation steps: When driving below 30km/h, the system automatically scans the parking space → Park after the prompt appears → Press and hold the parking button until completed
2.48V light hybrid system optimization
• During cold start, the motor intervenes first to reduce jitter
• Slow braking in advance can increase energy recovery efficiency
• The automatic start-stop function will be suspended when the system power is lower than 20%
4. Solutions to common problems
| Problem phenomenon | Possible reasons | Treatment method |
|---|---|---|
| Frustrated shifting | Gearbox learning value reset | Go to 4S store to reset TCU |
| Automatic start and stop failure | Battery is low | Driving continuously for more than 30 minutes |
| Central control black screen | System crashes | Press and hold the volume button for 15 seconds to restart |
5. Safe driving suggestions
• When driving for the first time, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with the vehicle dimensions (length 4765mm/width 1810mm)
• Active braking system can completely stop below 60km/h
• Lane keeping assist needs to be activated at speeds above 60km/h
• Check tire pressure regularly (see B-pillar label for standard values)
By combining recent hot topics with professional technical data, we hope to help you better drive your Mercedes-Benz 260. It is recommended that new car owners complete the free driving training courses provided by 4S stores to fully understand the vehicle's various intelligent driving assistance functions.
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