The steering weight may feel somewhat artificially weighted, but it somehow manages to communicate levels of grip better than most electronic power
assisted steering setups and even some hydraulic ones.
Honda opted for an electrically -
assisted steering setup that adds a tad more feedback and precision compared to the previous generation but, at the same time, doesn't cross into sporty territory; everything is laid out for comfortable, down - to - Earth driving.
Not exact matches
We're grateful that BMW reverted to a hydraulic
steering setup in place of the regular 6's electrically
assisted rack, as it wakes up the
steering, now highly communicative and precise.
While the Prologue can reportedly hit 60 mph in 3.6 seconds and comes equipped with Audi's new all - wheel
steering setup that can turn the rear wheels up to 5 degrees (coming to the next A8), the only thing I learned about the Prologue during my drive was how to keep it running under 30 mph — per the orders of my handlers and escort, with an
assist from L.A. street traffic.
The A4's power
steering also has been changed to an electromechanical
assist setup, which reportedly improves overall fuel efficiency slightly.
The
steering is precise, well - weighted and feelsome, making it one of the very best electrically -
assisted setups on any car, anywhere.
Flyin» Miata also needed to replace the MX - 5's massive, rack - mounted electrically
assisted steering system, swapping it for a hydraulically
assisted setup.
If this project had been started on a clean sheet of paper, R&D would have opted for an electrically
assisted power -
steering setup.
Its
steering, still hydraulically
assisted, feels sharper than the Corvette's electric power
setup, and its rear end rotates sooner in a corner.
This, along with the 928's 50/50 weight distribution and hydraulic -
assisted rack - and - pinion
steering box — a well - weighted and precise
setup that translates every input into a perfect adjustment — lends the car a naturally balanced, confident, and planted feel.
But then Porsche dropped its hydraulically
assisted steering — an equally important part of the Porsche DNA, we'd argue — for a fully electric
setup in a bid to save what amounts to a thimbleful of fuel.
What the driver really notices is a front suspension that better controls body roll, electric -
assist steering that works pretty well even though the motor is mounted on the
steering column instead of the rack, and an independent rear suspension that the Prius chief engineer successfully defended against the corporate bean counters when they complained it was heavier and more expensive than the former torsion - beam
setup.
The
steering is a notable improvement as well, with a new electrically
assisted rack that feels more direct and responsive than did the
setup for the previous Civic.
The Q50S» drive - by - wire Direct Adaptive
Steering has been replaced by a more conventional electric -
assist setup.
Big advances include a redesigned suspension (albeit still the same basic strut - front, multilink - rear
setup), electrically -
assisted power
steering, a push - button handbrake, optional twenty - inch wheels, more powerful engines, and last but not least, a seven - speed manual transmission.
The
steering — the latest of Suzuki's electronic power -
assisted setups — is typically plain in its lack of communication, but is sharp and accurate, with directness off centre and a good natural weighting as the
steering loads up through turns.
Steering ability across the range is provided by an electronically power -
assisted setup.
Suspension is a MacPherson strut - type front suspension and torsion - beam rear
setup tuned for good ride comfort, while electric -
assist power
steering maximizes efficiency as well as improving parking - lot maneuverability.
Coupled with the new suspension
setup is Opel's electronically
assisted steering — it's devoid of feel and extremely light, but counters this with outstanding accuracy and responses.
Apart from some front - end brake dive, the truck restricts body roll mid-corner and
steers with reasonable precision (owed to a new recirculating ball and electro - hydraulic
assist setup).
This
setup uses a burlier
steering box and allows for variable
assist, more natural
steering feel, and of course contributes to fuel economy improvements.
The
steering is modified and complimented, however, by a hydraulic ram -
assist setup to help turn those massive tires.
Vehicle
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Assist Plus, LED Intelligent Light System (RHD), Freight packaging without tie - down hooks, Heated rear seats, MAGIC VISION CONTROL, Interior monitoring system, Increased anti-theft protection, Wireless charging system for mobile devices, EU6 emissions standard, Identification label under windshield, TIREFIT, Adaptive brake lights, MULTIBEAM LED, Anti-Theft Protection Package, Rear belt status indication in the instrument display, Automatic front passenger airbag deactivation, Pedestrian protection, BlueTEC diesel emission control system including AdBlue ® reservoir
Suspension is courtesy a MacPherson strut - type front and torsion - beam rear
setup tuned for good ride comfort, while electric -
assist power
steering maximizes efficiency as well as improving parking - lot maneuverability.
However, the improved suspension
setup takes away the bumpy personality of the previous model while the electrically
assisted steering is a blessing on busy city streets.
Also at higher speeds, the electrically -
assisted steering hardens while at lower, city speeds, it softens so tight urban
setups are not something you should worry about.
The stiff suspension and noisy interior are bad enough, but the standard
steering setup offers no power
assist.
The
steering is, once again, an electrically
assisted rack - and - pinion
setup, while an antilock system squeezes down on the front disc brakes (the rear drum brakes are swapped for discs when 17 - inch wheels are ordered).
The new EPS
setup uses an electric motor to
assist the rack - and - pinion
steering rather than the hydraulic
assist of the previous Accord.