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As a result, in Sport mode while letting the eight - speed auto shift gears, I got to feel some firm downshifts — that might bother some drivers, but I considered it to be in the spirit of what Sport mode should be all about.

Lexus also adds two new driving modes for F Sport models, including Sport S +, which tunes the Adaptive Variable Suspension for optimal handling, and Custom, which lets the driver tinker with certain powertrain and suspension settings.

The center console features a prominent 4Motion switch that lets drivers pick between the car's various driving modes, which include On Road, Snow, Sport, and Battery Hold.

The normally aspirated flat six obeys throttle orders as if it were governed by a telemetric mastermind, the seven - speed PDK dual - clutch gearbox hammers through the ratios like a rapid - fire weapon, stability control works reliably in minimum interference mode, the steering does its best not to let the driver feel its electro - mechanical origins, and the brakes snarl at their ABSolute limit whenever optimism challenges the law of physics.

The custom mode lets a driver call up his own combination of steering effort and suspension firmness.

Drive Modes are pre-configured for Sport, Track and Default settings, while Custom mode lets the driver customize their settings

The system features what Buick calls «temporary tap» which lets the paddles function in Drive mode, and reverting back to automatic shifting when not used — unlike Manual function, which lets the driver row the gears.

A flick of the drive - mode switch can instantly dial up that glorious V8 bark and firm up the suspension, though, letting the driver rip up mountain roads at least up to the limits of the squishy Pirelli winter tires.

Mercedes» Dynamic Select toggle on the center console lets the driver switch between a similar suite of driving modes — Comfort, Sport, Sport +, Individual or Race — and during the sort of back - road blasting I'm enjoying during a warm California afternoon, Sport + really strikes the best balance.

A fourth mode — race — deactivates the nanny systems to let the driver do all the work.

Drive Modes are pre-configured for Sport, Track and Default settings, while the Custom setting lets the driver customize the drive experience to their favorite settings.

The V8s are available with a drift mode that lets drivers have a sideways blast on the track by sending the engine's full torque output to the rear axle.

Like the 350, the 300h lets the driver choose ECO, Normal or Sport mode.

In addition to the new engines, the refreshed Optima gets a new Drive Mode Selector that lets drivers switch between Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Smart modes — with the latter designed to anticipate the driver's needs.

(The top - end, $ 61,000 - base RX 460 Luxury also has AVS, Adaptive Variable Suspension, with electronic dampers that let the driver select Normal, Sport or Comfort ride modes.)

To test the car, we performed zero - to - 60mph timed runs with the car in Sport mode, letting it decide when to shift, and in manual mode, letting the driver shift.

There's also two - speed reduction, Snow mode and for sporting drivers, included are paddle shifters letting the transmission simulate multiple gears.

The Santa Fe offers a Flex Steer system which let's drivers choose the steering modes (Normal, Comfort, Sport) to drive on.

Hyundai didn't do much to the Santa Fe's chassis and handling package, merely adding a new standard drive mode selector that lets drivers choose between Sport, Eco, or Normal.

The Driver Mode Selector lets you customize your driving experience by selecting between Sport, Tour, Snow / Ice and Track (SS only) modes to instantly tailor up to eight different vehicle characteristics.

Normal, Eco and EV drive modes let drivers amp up the thriftiness, from Normal's already good settings to Eco's subtle adjustments of throttle response and climate control to maximize efficiency.

Let's check out more about this innovative feature: · Dynamic Mode — This aggressive mode is for the driver looking to have fun!

There is a section of the infotainment system that feeds back on fuel economy performance, and - unless in Sport mode - the «rev» dial shows «charge», «eco», and «power» sections to let the driver know how economically they are driving.

As you'd expect, the first three are preprogrammed, while the Individual mode lets the driver tailor his or her combinations — comfort steering with sport plus throttle response and stiff suspension?

The IDS button on the center console lets the driver cycle through the driving modes and view them on the Multi-Information Display (MID).

The Panamera 4 E-Hybrid can achieve a top speed of 278 km / h in «Sport Plus» mode; the mode lets the vehicle generate additional engine power when the driver is off - throttle or using partial throttle by charging the batteries as quickly as possible, making battery - based acceleration boosts more frequently possible.

In addition to Strada, Sport, and Corsa, a new Ego mode lets drivers customize steering, traction management, and suspension to suit their preferences.

The Allroad adds a unique Offroad mode that adjusts the adaptive suspension for better offroad performance, locks the quattro ultra system into its all - wheel drive mode and disables the Audi Presense forward collision system, letting drivers take full advantage of approach and departure angles and get closer to obstructions (such as trees along a tight path) without being bothered by constant alerts or automatic braking.

The drive mode selector button nearby lets the driver choose between NORMAL and SPORT driving modes.

He was especially impressed with the acceleration since the Stingray reaches 0 - 60 mph in just 4.3 seconds and praised the car's ability to let the driver dial in five different driving modes.

Each mode has a specific gearshift programme, and engine and brake control logic systems to let the driver tailor the car's performance to suit driving conditions.

Audi magnetic ride can be adjusted to three settings (comfort — auto — dynamic) via Audi drive select and, at the press of a button, either makes the compact sports car hug the road more tightly or lets it glide smoothly across the road irrespective of which mode the driver selects.

Let's just solve the problem completely, and either eliminate all Toyota drivers *, or just get some crazy - glue and as part of the PDI, and solidify that selector in «AUTO» mode.

The Active Drive I is the four - wheel drive system that allows for no input from the driver and comes equipped with Selec - Terrain dial that lets you choose from terrain modes.

It will let the driver know via a dial whether you're in charge; eco; or power modes — these are displayed as percentages as well, if you toggle through the information screen.

What really helps is the addition of adaptive dampers for the first time, which let the driver switch between Green, Comfort and Sport driving modes.

A button on the end of the shifter lets the driver switch to «tow / haul» mode.

Moving on ahead, it's the «Individual» mode that lets the driver select between Comfort and Dynamic setting for the engine and steering response.

Integral to Civic Si's driving mode system, ADS lets the driver select the damping characteristics of the suspension to suit their pleasure — smooth and easy city driving in NORMAL mode (the default setting whenever the Civic Si is started) or taut and direct handling response in SPORT mode.

The seamless integration of its various driver assist features lets it nearly drive itself in stop and go traffic, and changing drive modes actually makes the car feel different.

Under most circumstances the driver simply sets the rotary selector knob, selects the preferred drive mode and lets the car make its own decisions.

Better still, Sport Plus mode also allows the driver to hold on to any gear and gives you total control by letting you decide when to shift.

Similar in appearance to the standard Civic's dampers, the Adaptive Dampers have electronically adjustable hydraulic damping that lets the driving mode automatically fine - tune ride and handling to driver preferences.

Individual mode lets the driver tweak each of the mentioned systems on its own and the Efficiency mode makes the system work as economically as possible.

Drivers have the choice of manually flicking the shifter up or down through the gears or sitting back and letting the transmission do its thing in auto mode.

On tarmac roads Audi's drive select lets drivers pick from comfortable, standard and sporty modes - which adjust throttle response, steering weight and gear changes depending on your mood.

The car will also let the driver run just on the combustion engine if the EV mode is needed later in the trip.

A new feature for 1993 lets the driver select from three shift modes - sport, normal and one that allows the car to start in second gear.

They exude luxury inside, their build quality is stellar, and they have a comfortable ride that can be adjusted via Audi Drive Select, which allows the driver to choose among Dynamic, Comfort and Auto modes, or select an Individual setting that lets the driver tailor steering effort, transmission shift points and throttle response.

In automatic mode, the driver can relax and let the gearbox change gear, reacting to the driving style to choose the most appropriate shift - mapping.