Sentences with phrase «handles twisty»

The Maxima handles twisty roads quite well for a big sedan designed with daily drivability in mind.

The X1's forte is the manner in which it handles a twisty section of tarmac.

The car handles the twisty test track perfectly, although with uncharacteristic caution, I've set the ACC at 42 kph, or just 26 mph.

Regardless, the V - CT provides more than enough passing speed and the vehicle handles twisty roads better than expected.

It's a comfortable premium car that can handle twisty roads with ease, but it is not as sharp as German rivals.

Front MacPherson struts and a rear multi-link independent suspension ensure the littlest Q rides smoothly over bumps while a speed - sensitive steering system handles the twisties.

We then convoy to the desert via winding paved roads and along the way gather data on how the vehicles handle the twisty environment.

Driving up Highway 1 north of San Francisco, we captured stunning scenery and the equally stunning Ferrari FF handling the twisty turns.

The Bottom Line With its stunning looks, the 2015 Mercedes - Benz S550 Coupe sets a new bar for driving comfort, yet can also handle twisty roads with confidence and power.

With its stunning looks, the 2015 Mercedes - Benz S550 Coupe sets a new bar for driving comfort, yet can also handle twisty roads with confidence and power.

I was surprised at the way it handled the twisties through the hills outside of Pismo Beach.

Not exact matches

Nothing about the steering, handling, or acceleration makes you want to find a twisty mountain road.

The Focus is one of the most enjoyable of these cars to drive on twisty rural roads, as the chassis clings to the pavement through the bends with a handling balance that is decidedly European.

After all, the utilitarian segment is known better for its ability to handle the demands of everyday life than the demands of a twisty canyon road.

There's adjustability in the handling, though, with the four - wheel - drive system sending enough torque to the rear axle to subtly alter your line — it never gets anywhere near wayward, but there's enough movement to warrant seeking out the twistier routes home.

Although it handled the tight, sun - dappled twisties near Sonoma Raceway with aplomb, there was no disguising the heft of the GT Sport's 4145 admittedly statuesque pounds.

There's that superb V - 12 up front to rival John Williams» compositions, and then there is handling that begs for twisty canyons.

> Ride and handling - Ride has improved over the previous Mini, but it's still as nimble on a twisty road.

They're not heavily traveled, and the twisty mountain bits play to their handling rather than to their power and torque.

Whether it be the straights of I - 495, or the twisty farm B - roads of the Hamptons, the Porsche 928 is a showcase of Zuffenhausen's ability to dial in ride and handling composure.

Don't think that the subpar ride quality is a compromise for nimble handling, though, because the Kia Sedona did not impress through the twisty sections of California's Route 84, even for a minivan.

Meandering through the nearby Saxon - Swiss mountains, the Tiguan found enough freshly surfaced twisties to demonstrate its handling and roadholding talents.

True, it won't be confused with the A3 on a twisty road or a track, but around town, I thought the power was ample, and the handling better than expected.

Handling over the twisties and city streets is first - rate, due in part to the standard Agility Control suspension.

Handling is light, with electric power steering providing fairly decent feel through the massive dinner plate - sized steering wheel, but body roll is fairly prominent in fast, sweeping twisties.

In sedan guise driven here, it feels pointed and responsive through the twisties, and equally composed over rough country backroads, with a keen sporty bend to the ride and handling.

The six - speed automatic generally handled itself well even on twisty, hilly roads offering just occasional bumpy shifts.

Over some twisty roads on the hilly country near Big Eddy National Park, the LaCrosse handled itself with considerable poise.

Hyundai has created a comfortable car rather than a dynamic one, so with that point in mind, the IONIQ Plug - In handles town and motorways better than a twisty B - road.

We then convoyed to the desert via winding paved roads and, along the way, gathered data on how the trucks handled in the twisty environment.

With that said, if you take a road you know well this compact crossover ought to handle with remarkable ease, and in Sport mode can tackle the twisties with tenacity.

The GS 350 delivers very neutral handling and feels exceptionally well balanced when executing turns or hustling through the twisty sections of your favourite back road at speed.

Judges noted the solid feel of the truck and the fact that the coil - over-shock front suspension and electrically - assisted power rack - and - pinion steering helped it handle very well on twisty roads.

Magnetic Ride Control (with StabiliTrak and Brake Assist) Using magnetically charged particles suspended in a synthetic fluid, the Lucerne's shocks continually adjust to varying road surfaces and driving conditions, this remarkable feature responds far faster than conventional valve - damping systems to provide the rare combination of exceptional twisty - road handling and silky smooth highway ride.

The Miata challenges the driver to find twisty roads so it can reward him with precise handling.

Through some twisties, the handling didn't feel particularly sharp and understeer, typical for a sedan of this size, made the corners a challenge.

Rather, it rewards the driver who embraces the nimble handling, makes smart gear choices and conserves their speed and inertia through the twisty bits.

Instead, the S90 majors on ride comfort and making motorway driving a relaxing experience, rather than offering razor - sharp handling on twisty roads.

Although I still felt its bulk, the Range Rover Sport let me push it hard on twisty mountain roads, and I only rarely came close to the limits of its traction and handling.

Handling on twisty mountain roads was excellent.

The 2011 Dodge Avenger delivers agile, confident, handling performance in all driving situations, whether it's a spirited adventure on twisty roads or an emergency maneuver.

On Washington's twisty two - lane roads, we delighted in the Jetta TDI's handling prowess.

Through the twisty stuff, the Renegade handles well at around 7 / 10th's but push any further and you'll run into understeer.

And, it can easily handle tight city streets or twisty roads.

Well, the Mazda3 is a little better on a twisty road, but to get that last nth of handling ability, you give up the Civic's huge rear seat and trunk.

BMW engineering makes it handle well on twisty roads and ride comfortably on the highway.

Rather, the Miata rewards the driver who embraces the nimble handling, makes smart gear choices and conserves their speed and inertia through the twisty bits.

However, also has a great chassis that handles well on twisty roads in the northumbrian countryside and is also capable of handling motorways with ease.

The new package will improve the vehicle's handling, suspension and grip, making it suitable for sporty driving on twisty roads and ready for that weekend track fun some drivers like to enjoy.

On a twisty road, I found either setting gave the X5 M spectacular handling, almost living up to the track experience.