Some also reported the inherent peakiness of the turbocharged six - cylinder engine was at times mismatched with the transmission, which either changed gear constantly to keep the engine on the boil or demanded the driver swap cogs. (motoring.com.au)
In fact, the 2.0 - liter turbo's initial lag and peakiness actually feels less forgivable in an SUV of its size. (automobilemag.com)
Though it has less peakiness than a traditional small turbo - four, the power still builds gradually enough to give that oddly pleasing anticipation as the power builds. (cars.com)