Sentences with phrase «driver appeal»

It's a large car, naturally, but like its little roadster relative, it has lots of driver appeal.

The result is a superbly comfortable ride, with no loss in driver appeal when the car is driven in a sporting manner.

But it's more than just a good deal, it's a good drive too, and proof that it's possible to deliver hybrid economy without completely ignoring driver appeal.

It should still be on your list if space and refinement are important, but there are better alternatives if you want driver appeal.

The third - gen model continues to uphold that reputation for driver appeal in spite of being bigger and quite clearly tailored to American buyers (just look at the butch styling).

Its immense driver appeal, the world's only rotary - powered production car is still a head - turner, with tremendous road presence and styling that still looks fresh.

However, it doesn't do anything to help you feel more engaged in the process and the S4 falls short on driver appeal in comparison to its BMW rival.

Probably the most controversial ditching of the manual gearbox this year occurred at Porsche, whose new 911 GT3 (and Turbo) went exclusively PDK (the firm's own dual - clutch automatic), having been one of the last bastions of old - school driver appeal in its three previous iterations.

Indeed, here is a car that blends the sophistication that you'd expect of a Volkswagen with the rawness and sheer driver appeal of the best superheated hatches.

«It's shot through with genuine driver appeal.

In fact, the GranCabrio Sport blows it away by having greater interior space, far more driver appeal and an engine you'll fall in love with.

It has been engineered in a program that its director of development, Tobias Moers, promises will challenge BMW's new M3 for outright driver appeal.

Efficient powertrains deliver performance with outstanding economy The engaging driver appeal of the new Ford Focus is magnified by a powertrain range that delivers spirited performance and targets outstanding levels of fuel economy and CO2 emissions.

It's bound to be cheap and Smarts always have a certain driver appeal.

We've a strong suspicion that the engineers behind the Swift enjoy their driving, as this latest model, like its predecessor, has surprising driver appeal.

Moreover, the thought of a lightweight, hardcore sports car, typically of the low - volume British variety, takes that notion even further: it takes — and shows — commitment, and is a decision that puts driver appeal at the top of the priority list.

Down in Shikoku, the CR - Z proved that while it's not a machine to have the Nissan GT - R running for cover, it does have its own kind of sophisticated green - tinged driver appeal.

The result is a quick yet relaxing car, with less driver appeal than the BMW 330e iPerformance.

Rival: Ford Mondeo Still the benchmark family car, the Mondeo excels in every area, particularly driver appeal and cabin space.

Kia has trumpeted the efforts of its chassis engineers in introducing more agile handling, crisper steering, greater driver appeal and a more compliant ride.

We rate the CX - 5 as among the most nimble of all the SUVs, and it's the one we recommend if driver appeal is your most pressing concern.

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This is expressed by the driver - focused dashboard and the way the car rides — it's more firmly set up than the Mercedes S - Class or Jaguar XJ, and beats the Porsche Panamera, Audi A8 and BMW 7 Series for driver appeal.

Here is an executive saloon with an aluminium chassis and a traditional rear - wheel drive layout that successfully combines plenty of driver appeal with all the style, equipment and respectable running costs that owners of cars of this type desire.

Not only is the Astra a crucial new model for Vauxhall, but we're confident that its blend of dynamic design, new - to - class technology and immense driver appeal will attract an even broader spectrum of buyers in this sector.»

Prices, specs and rivals > DS can't yet compete with some of its German foes on driver appeal, but the DS 4 is competitively priced and well - specified.

The RX - 8 and the 123d have their noses in front in terms of sheer driver appeal, but the Scirocco is running them very close indeed.

The aim is a fuel - sipper with some genuine driver appeal.

The MDX is generally considered to have a little more driver appeal than many rivals.

The Mazda CX - 5 and Ford Kuga still have the edge when it comes to outright driver appeal, but the Qashqai can entertain nonetheless.

The engaging driver appeal of the new Ford Focus is magnified by a powertrain range that delivers spirited performance and targets outstanding levels of fuel economy and CO2 emissions.

The completely new A3 chassis has been designed with an optimum balance between comfort, composure and driver appeal in mind.

He also reveals that the target is to produce a car that will rival the speed and driver appeal of the Turbo without any on - limit trickiness.

Poorly resolved suspension and a list of rivals that can offer both driver appeal and pocket - friendly running costs make the case for the CT even weaker.

Range - topping 3008 delivers on style and quality but just misses out on class honours for driver appeal

It's annoying rather than a deal - breaker, but it does put a small dent in the SL63's driver appeal.

Each successive model brings a bit more attitude and driver appeal to add to its traditional strengths of fantastic build quality and beautifully crafted interiors.

Don't get hung up on having to have a special edition model though as the «normal» SLS coupe offers up the near perfect package of driver appeal, supercar performance and superb refinement.

Only Vauxhall's Insignia starts at a cheaper price — though it can't match the Skoda for space, equipment or driver appeal.

Only the Juke can really match the Mazda for driver appeal, particularly in Nismo RS form, and it's still ultimately the crossover of choice if fun is a priority — it's not as polished as the Mazda, but the extra performance of its turbocharged 1.6 and entertainingly old - school handling are still unmatched by rivals in this class.

The snappy shifts of the standard six - speed manual gearbox only add to the driver appeal.

Few are likely to put it through its paces off the beaten track, though, and the Evoque can confidently match the BMW X3, Mercedes GLA, Audi Q3 and even Porsche Macan for on - road comfort and driver appeal, although it can't match top models of these rivals for sheer performance.

It's by no means the last word in driver appeal or stylish looks, but the Tipo Station Wagon is a competent car with a larger boot than many of its rivals.

For the ultimate in performance and driver appeal, although not quite matching the M6, the 650i M Sport takes some beating, with its twin - turbocharged V8, sports suspension and wide, grippy tyres.

Accentuating its «driver appeal», Tone has a dramatic and futuristic dashboard.

There is an engaging fluidity to the handling that sees it rise above the highly competent 5 - series for driver appeal.

Driver appeal was something the old Fiesta excelled at and with talented rivals such as the SEAT Ibiza, Renault Clio and Peugeot 208 breathing down its neck, the new one couldn't afford to drop this particular ball, either.

It can't come close to the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer for premium - brand allure or driver appeal, while it also lacks charm and its design is bland.

The C - Class saloon is only narrowly beaten by the BMW 3 Series when it comes to driver appeal, but the Coupe feels notably sharper and has more feel through the steering wheel.

It's an enjoyable car to drive, but can't quite match the two - door BMW 2 Series coupe for driver appeal, thanks to the impeccable balance of that car's rear - wheel - drive chassis.