Best for thrills is the F - Type R coupe with
the auto gearbox in rear - wheel - drive form.
Not exact matches
Priced from # 16,600
in «Feel» trim and # 18,400
in range - topping «Flair» spec, the three - cylinder unit comes with a six - speed manual
gearbox, an option also found
in the PureTech 110 (from # 16,200), which also has a six - speed
auto option.
Audi's Drive Select system is standard, allowing you to select either pre-determined settings — Comfort,
Auto or Dynamic — for the engine,
gearbox, suspension, steering, differential and exhaust note or you can pick»n' mix as you please
in Individual mode.
The
auto «box is more than up to the task, though, and only loses a little to the Porsche's more sophisticated
gearbox in terms of shift speed.
The
gearbox is good
in traffic
in auto mode, and is good enough
in manual mode when driving fast
in Sport mode, but is bad
in auto driving fast.
According to Häcker the ultimate performance of the two
gearboxes is virtually identical, but the traditional
auto option still holds an advantage
in urban driving where it's smoother
in operation.
And speaking of the
gearbox, there are no changes to the seven - speed dual - clutch unit, so you get the same slightly lazy shifts
in auto mode but much faster changes using the wheel - mounted paddles.
One hundred miles into the drive, I find myself sticking to
auto mode because the
gearbox generally knows when to stretch the revs and when to blip its way down through the gears under braking, keeping the engine smack
in the middle of its expansive powerband.
Shifts come quick enough
in manual mode from the paddle - shiftable dual - clutch
gearbox (borrowed with some improvements from the Dodge Dart and Alfa Giulietta) when you don't feel like dictating every shift, the
auto mode does a reasonable job of predicting when you'd like to drop a cog or shift into top gear.
Both engines come mated to the same six - speed manual
gearbox (an
auto option isn't available with the ST), whilst the already capable chassis has received attention
in the form of improved torque vectoring to increase traction, faster electric steering and an updated ESP system.
It's far happier being driven
in a more relaxed fashion, the
gearbox left
in auto and just the occasional squirt of torque to row you along — not really the stuff of John Cooper Works legend.
Technology comes
in the form of a system Aston Martin calls AMSHIFT, ostensibly an
auto - blip feature when changing down the
gearbox — like that found on Minis, Nissan 370Zs and various Porsches.
Subaru has said the car will weigh around 1220 kg, which puts it close
in terms of straight - line performance and power to weight ratio with a Renaultsport Clio 200 Cup, though it's rear - wheel drive rather than front and both Toyota and Subaru possess a choice of 6 - speed manual or 6 - speed
auto gearboxes.
Volkswagen will introduce the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen concept at the 2014 New York
auto show, and it's got all of the magic words — diesel, all - wheel - drive, wagon, optional manual
gearbox — that we look for
in a fun, functional, and efficient vehicle.
The
gearbox in the Ghibli is the ubiquitous ZF eight - speed
auto (think anything from BMW 5 - series to Range Rover... to Ghibli) albeit tuned by Maserati to behave
in its own individual way.
It attracted glances while cruising la Croisette
in Cannes (perhaps people were tired of looking at the 599 GTOs and Veyrons), its torquey V6 and
auto gearbox made light work of climbing the spectacular Route des Crêtes, and the quick steering was just the thing for enjoying the endless turns of the Route Napoleon.
The manual
gearbox was ditched too,
in favour of a twin - clutch
auto, as part of Renault's attempt to broaden the appeal of the new 200.
In a continuing partnership with BMW, Morgan has gained access to the 302bhp 3.0 - litre twin turbo straight six, mated to either six speed manual or
auto gearboxes.
We're not naïve about the current status of the old - fashioned three - pedal manual
gearbox, especially on a car making its debut at the Los Angeles
Auto Show,
in a town where traffic makes manuals a quaint relic of the past.
We haven't been offered a drive
in the standard V90 yet, but while
auto journalists are supposed to be inclined toward station wagons, especially brown ones with diesels and manual
gearboxes (neither of which will be offered
in the U.S.) we can't see how we'll like it any more as the Cross Country.
In auto mode, the
gearbox makes the most of the engine's mid range.
The seven - speed
auto is one of the better Mercedes
gearboxes, but using the paddles
in manual mode can still seem a ponderous process compared with the rapid - fire BMW» box.
Oh yes, and on the road it also rides less uncomfortably than before when
in Strada mode thanks to new damper settings, and it benefits from a smoother - shifting
auto mode within the
gearbox.
Even the
auto gearbox wanted
in on the action.
There's little aural pleasure
in extending the engine, the
gearbox is still unsatisfying whether left
in auto or using the enormous paddles behind the wheel, and it never feels particularly quick either — the 1.6 is lugging around 1392 kg
in GT trim.
There are three different transmissions available
in the C - class models — a six - speed manual
gearbox, the 7G - Tronic seven - speed automatic and the new 9G - Tronic nine - speed
auto.
Hooked up to the optional R - tronic automated manual
gearbox in auto mode, on a steady throttle it can induce melancholy by playing a descending scale as it shuffles into the highest feasible gear as quickly as it can.
For driving convenience
in Dynamic, Natural or All - weather modes, the Alfa Romeo TCT
gearbox can utilise an «
auto» mode.
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Auto Lighting, Colour Coded Body, Front Fog Lamps, Headlamp Jetwash, Rear Spoiler, Rear Wash / wipe,
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in a beautiful combination with many factory fitted options including Full Leather, Electric & Heated Seats, 19» Alloy Wheels, Touch Screen Satellite Navigation, Paddle Shift
Gearbox, Privacy Glass, Reversing Camera, Front & Rear Parking Sensors, LED Lighting, Power Folding Mirrors, Rear Spoiler, Illuminated Door Sills and much more.
This 2.0 - litre turbo engine works well with BMW's optional eight - speed automatic
gearbox, which delivers smooth shifts
in auto mode and responds crisply when you use the lever or steering wheel mounted paddles to change gears manually.
For driving convenience
in Dynamic, Natural or All - weather modes, the Alfa Romeo TCT
gearbox can utilize an «
auto» mode.
If you want an automatic
gearbox, you can only get Kia's four - speed
auto with the 1.25 - litre engine
in 2, 3 and X-Line trims.
Leave it
in «Drive» and the
auto gearbox will change up early, keeping the revs barely above tickover, and letting you roll along using the engine's huge torque reserves.
It has a bit of a wider track, utilizes an M sport braking system, has revised suspension kinematics, and goes 0 - 60
in under 5 seconds (for the 8 speed
auto, the optional manual
gearbox is slower to 60).
The 7G Tronic automatic
gearbox makes the most of the CL's split personality, blurring the ratios brilliantly
in full
auto mode, and reacting swiftly enough
in manual mode for an engaging driving experience.
An
auto gearbox is standard
in the UK (some overseas left - hand drive markets get a manual), with eight speeds and manual shift paddles.
However, the
auto has its shortcomings because it's hesitant
in its responses, so you have to plan ahead if you're pulling away at roundabouts, while the
gearbox kicks down readily when you accelerate.
I have the optional adaptive suspension and
auto gearbox which results
in a creamy smooth drive which can be either extremely relaxing or exhilarating depending on how you wish to drive it.
Torque is rated at 229 N ⋅ m (169 lbf ⋅ ft) there is 2.0 L for other markets middle east etc. a 2.0 L 4cyl with 5 manual or 4 automatic
gearbox with power 164 hp (122 kW) at 6200 rpm and 197 N ⋅ m (145 lb ⋅ ft) torque takes it from 0 — 100 km / h (0 — 62 mph)
in 9.2 sec for manual and 10.1 for
auto with top speed up to 208 km / h (129 mph) outside the US.
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Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror, 7 - Speed
Gearbox, Electric Hand Brake, Power Folding Hard Top, 6 Month Warranty Included.
The nine - speed automatic
gearbox is rarely caught
in the wrong ratio, and each shift is as smooth as you would expect from a Merc
auto.
Swerving the ceramic brakes and saving # 6250 doesn't take long to think about, though the bulk of the used F80s currently on sale feature the DCT
gearbox, suggesting its # 2645 is justifiable when you consider the very quick, satisfying shifts
in manual mode and the opportunity for languid, fully -
auto miles when you're feeling lazy or stuck
in traffic.
Alfa Romeo's Giulietta and MiTo hatchbacks will get an all - new,
in house dual clutch
gearbox, known as the TCT, which will be unveiled at this month's Paris
Auto Show.
That said, the eight - speed ZF
auto gearbox works well
in practice and the exhaust, dampers and drive train maps can all be tailored to suit your mood individually.
All variants of the Countryman get a six - speed manual
gearbox with an
auto as an extra cost option, apart from the plug -
in hybrid which has
auto gears as standard.
It closed the gap during our
in - gear assessments, thanks
in no small part to its healthy 430Nm of torque and the well chosen ratios of its smooth and responsive eight - speed
auto gearbox.
Citing the features
in the company's compact sedan Ameo such as the rear view camera,
auto dimming mirror and automatic
gearbox, he said VW has been able to deliver what Indian customers at that segment aspire for
in their cars.
20 GB Hard drive, BMW apps interface, BMW emergency call, BMW Online services, BMW remote services, BMW teleservices, Check control system, Concierge service, Cruise control with brake function, Enhanced bluetooth with wireless charging, Front / rear Parking distance control, Head up Display, iDrive controller and display with 10.2» monitor, Instrument panel with permanently white illuminated display, Luggage compartment release button
in drivers A pillar, Luggage compartment with electric unlocking via key remote control, M drive manager for individual set up, M instrument panel, M Servotronic power steering, Navigation System Professional Multimedia, On board computer, On board diagnostics, Outside temperature display, Personal Profile, Real time traffic information, Service interval indicator, Stop / start button, Variable Damper Control, Wifi hotspot preparation, Auxiliary point for auxiliary devices, BMW professional radio / DVD / MP3, DAB Digital radio, USB / audio interface, Adaptive LED Headlights,
Auto dimming rear view mirror, Body colour door handles, Body coloured bumpers, Body coloured door mirrors, Body coloured side sills, Chrome exhaust tailpipes, Chrome kidney grille with chrome trimmed black vertical slats, Dynamic brake lights, Electric + heated aspheric door mirrors, Electric folding and auto dimming door mirrors, Electric front and rear windows with fingertip open / close + anti-trap all round, Fogging sensor for front windscreen, Front fog lights, Green tinted heat insulating glass, Headlight washer jets, Heated windscreen washer jets, High beam assistant, M aerodynamic bodystyling, Rain sensor with auto light activation system, 12V power socket in centre console, 12V socket in rear centre console, Ambient interior lighting, Anthracite Velour floor mats, Cupholders in centre console, Door sill finishers with illuminated M designation, Driver + front passenger electric lumbar support, Dual zone automatic air conditioning, Electric reach + rake adjustable steering column, Electric steering column with memory, Front centre armrest with storage compartment, Front courtesy lights, Front footwell lights, Front reading lights, Heated front seats, Illuminated glovebox with lock, Isofix rear child seat preparation, M sports front seats, electric adjust + drivers memory function, M sports multi-function leather steering wheel, Passenger footwell storage net, Rear headrests, Securing rings in luggage compartment, Storage net in luggage compartment, Storage pockets in backrests of front seats, Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors, Tool kit, 2 rear 3 point safety belts, ABS / EBD, Automatic Stability Control (ASC), CBC -(Cornering brake control), Crash Sensor - activates hazard / interior lighting + unlocks doors, Driver / front passenger side airbags, Driver / Passenger airbags (Impact dependent), DSC +, Dynamic brake control, Dynamic safety, Dynamic Stability Control with M Dynamic mode, Dynamic Traction Control - DTC, Electromechanical parking brake, Front head restraints with anti-whiplash, Front passenger airbag deactivation, Fuel cut off safety device, Hill start assist, Inertia reel front seatbelts + pretensioners, Occupancy sensor for passenger seat, Roll over protection, Side impact protection, Two inertia reel rear seatbelts, Tyre pressure monitoring system, Warning triangle and first aid kit, Electronic engine immobiliser, Keyless ignition, Locking wheel bolts, Remote central locking - doors and fuel cap, Remote control Thatcham category 1 alarm, Sports function on gearbox with steering wheel mounted gearshift paddles, Leather instrument panel, M mobility system (flat - tyre repair sys
Auto dimming rear view mirror, Body colour door handles, Body coloured bumpers, Body coloured door mirrors, Body coloured side sills, Chrome exhaust tailpipes, Chrome kidney grille with chrome trimmed black vertical slats, Dynamic brake lights, Electric + heated aspheric door mirrors, Electric folding and
auto dimming door mirrors, Electric front and rear windows with fingertip open / close + anti-trap all round, Fogging sensor for front windscreen, Front fog lights, Green tinted heat insulating glass, Headlight washer jets, Heated windscreen washer jets, High beam assistant, M aerodynamic bodystyling, Rain sensor with auto light activation system, 12V power socket in centre console, 12V socket in rear centre console, Ambient interior lighting, Anthracite Velour floor mats, Cupholders in centre console, Door sill finishers with illuminated M designation, Driver + front passenger electric lumbar support, Dual zone automatic air conditioning, Electric reach + rake adjustable steering column, Electric steering column with memory, Front centre armrest with storage compartment, Front courtesy lights, Front footwell lights, Front reading lights, Heated front seats, Illuminated glovebox with lock, Isofix rear child seat preparation, M sports front seats, electric adjust + drivers memory function, M sports multi-function leather steering wheel, Passenger footwell storage net, Rear headrests, Securing rings in luggage compartment, Storage net in luggage compartment, Storage pockets in backrests of front seats, Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors, Tool kit, 2 rear 3 point safety belts, ABS / EBD, Automatic Stability Control (ASC), CBC -(Cornering brake control), Crash Sensor - activates hazard / interior lighting + unlocks doors, Driver / front passenger side airbags, Driver / Passenger airbags (Impact dependent), DSC +, Dynamic brake control, Dynamic safety, Dynamic Stability Control with M Dynamic mode, Dynamic Traction Control - DTC, Electromechanical parking brake, Front head restraints with anti-whiplash, Front passenger airbag deactivation, Fuel cut off safety device, Hill start assist, Inertia reel front seatbelts + pretensioners, Occupancy sensor for passenger seat, Roll over protection, Side impact protection, Two inertia reel rear seatbelts, Tyre pressure monitoring system, Warning triangle and first aid kit, Electronic engine immobiliser, Keyless ignition, Locking wheel bolts, Remote central locking - doors and fuel cap, Remote control Thatcham category 1 alarm, Sports function on gearbox with steering wheel mounted gearshift paddles, Leather instrument panel, M mobility system (flat - tyre repair sys
auto dimming door mirrors, Electric front and rear windows with fingertip open / close + anti-trap all round, Fogging sensor for front windscreen, Front fog lights, Green tinted heat insulating glass, Headlight washer jets, Heated windscreen washer jets, High beam assistant, M aerodynamic bodystyling, Rain sensor with
auto light activation system, 12V power socket in centre console, 12V socket in rear centre console, Ambient interior lighting, Anthracite Velour floor mats, Cupholders in centre console, Door sill finishers with illuminated M designation, Driver + front passenger electric lumbar support, Dual zone automatic air conditioning, Electric reach + rake adjustable steering column, Electric steering column with memory, Front centre armrest with storage compartment, Front courtesy lights, Front footwell lights, Front reading lights, Heated front seats, Illuminated glovebox with lock, Isofix rear child seat preparation, M sports front seats, electric adjust + drivers memory function, M sports multi-function leather steering wheel, Passenger footwell storage net, Rear headrests, Securing rings in luggage compartment, Storage net in luggage compartment, Storage pockets in backrests of front seats, Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors, Tool kit, 2 rear 3 point safety belts, ABS / EBD, Automatic Stability Control (ASC), CBC -(Cornering brake control), Crash Sensor - activates hazard / interior lighting + unlocks doors, Driver / front passenger side airbags, Driver / Passenger airbags (Impact dependent), DSC +, Dynamic brake control, Dynamic safety, Dynamic Stability Control with M Dynamic mode, Dynamic Traction Control - DTC, Electromechanical parking brake, Front head restraints with anti-whiplash, Front passenger airbag deactivation, Fuel cut off safety device, Hill start assist, Inertia reel front seatbelts + pretensioners, Occupancy sensor for passenger seat, Roll over protection, Side impact protection, Two inertia reel rear seatbelts, Tyre pressure monitoring system, Warning triangle and first aid kit, Electronic engine immobiliser, Keyless ignition, Locking wheel bolts, Remote central locking - doors and fuel cap, Remote control Thatcham category 1 alarm, Sports function on gearbox with steering wheel mounted gearshift paddles, Leather instrument panel, M mobility system (flat - tyre repair sys
auto light activation system, 12V power socket
in centre console, 12V socket
in rear centre console, Ambient interior lighting, Anthracite Velour floor mats, Cupholders
in centre console, Door sill finishers with illuminated M designation, Driver + front passenger electric lumbar support, Dual zone automatic air conditioning, Electric reach + rake adjustable steering column, Electric steering column with memory, Front centre armrest with storage compartment, Front courtesy lights, Front footwell lights, Front reading lights, Heated front seats, Illuminated glovebox with lock, Isofix rear child seat preparation, M sports front seats, electric adjust + drivers memory function, M sports multi-function leather steering wheel, Passenger footwell storage net, Rear headrests, Securing rings
in luggage compartment, Storage net
in luggage compartment, Storage pockets
in backrests of front seats, Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors, Tool kit, 2 rear 3 point safety belts, ABS / EBD, Automatic Stability Control (ASC), CBC -(Cornering brake control), Crash Sensor - activates hazard / interior lighting + unlocks doors, Driver / front passenger side airbags, Driver / Passenger airbags (Impact dependent), DSC +, Dynamic brake control, Dynamic safety, Dynamic Stability Control with M Dynamic mode, Dynamic Traction Control - DTC, Electromechanical parking brake, Front head restraints with anti-whiplash, Front passenger airbag deactivation, Fuel cut off safety device, Hill start assist, Inertia reel front seatbelts + pretensioners, Occupancy sensor for passenger seat, Roll over protection, Side impact protection, Two inertia reel rear seatbelts, Tyre pressure monitoring system, Warning triangle and first aid kit, Electronic engine immobiliser, Keyless ignition, Locking wheel bolts, Remote central locking - doors and fuel cap, Remote control Thatcham category 1 alarm, Sports function on
gearbox with steering wheel mounted gearshift paddles, Leather instrument panel, M mobility system (flat - tyre repair system)
This comes with the choice of either a six - speed manual or a nine - speed automatic
gearbox (the C250d only comes with the
auto option) and will do 0 - 62mph
in 8.3 seconds with the manual
gearbox (8.2 with the
auto).
The eight - speed
auto in the V8 R is an incredible
gearbox that fully showcases the ability of the engine.