The suspension setup is also new with an adaptive setup offered for the first time, allowing the driver to modify the vehicle's
damping characteristics using the DYNAMIC SELECT switch in two modes, Comfort and Sport.
With this suspension, the driver can modify the vehicle's
damping characteristics using the switch for the DYNAMIC SELECT system.
When used in conjunction with the new suspension with adaptive damping adjustment (available as an option for the whole compact range), the DYNAMIC SELECT allows for an even wider range of settings, the driver having the possibility of modifying
damping characteristics using the same DYNAMIC CONTROL switch.
Not exact matches
It's an option on the 178bhp models elsewhere, and
using the adjustable driving modes means the car's
damping characteristics can be tweaked.
To take full advantage of its extremely rigid platform, the Rapide features Adaptive
Damping System (ADS) first seen on the DBS which
uses two separate valves to set the dampers to five different positions, allowing instant adjustment of the car's ride and handling
characteristics.
Independent roll control
characteristics are achieved
using separate tuning controls: Normal mode helps provide superior ride comfort, while Sport mode helps increase
damping forces for enhanced dynamic precision and control.
The phrase «well - balance» is
used a lot when referring to the driving
characteristics of an especially sweet handling car but the Toyota 86 takes this idea one step further with no one
characteristic overpowering another, the tires, brakes,
damping and engine all work in unison to make for one of the most «balanced» driving experiences around.
Similar to the S - Class's Magic Body Control system, it
uses cameras mounted within the windscreen to scan the road 18 times per second and then alter the
damping and spring
characteristics for each individual wheel.
To take full advantage of its extremely precise and rigid platform, the DBS employs a new and sophisticated Adaptive
Damping System (ADS) which
uses two separate valves to set the dampers to five different positions, allowing instant adjustment of the car's ride and handling
characteristics.