Sentences with phrase «enthusiastic driver»

However, the car's firm ride is the price you pay for its involving handling, although that will be a small matter for enthusiastic drivers.

It also rewards enthusiastic drivers with quick handling, while maintaining a smooth ride.

I found some driving feel issues in certain situations, but this is one hybrid that can satisfy enthusiastic drivers.

It's also the only rear - wheel - drive car in its class — a layout enthusiastic drivers appreciate and which gives it an edge over its front - drive rivals.

Sport - AT offers enthusiastic drivers the control of manual gear engagement with the convenience and comfort of a conventional automatic.

The M Dynamic Mode — a sub-function of the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system — allows enthusiastic drivers to probe the limits of the new cars while retaining an electronic safety net at all times.

The new Ford GT Competition Series is also aimed at enthusiastic drivers who want ot feel the rush while cruising the roads at high speeds.

Honda recognises that even the most enthusiastic driver may regularly experience heavy traffic, where maximising fuel economy is more desirable than the perfect line through a corner.

All trim levels can be chosen as a hatchback or as the Ford Focus Estate, while enthusiastic drivers can opt for the impressive ST, or the incredible Ford Focus RS for real road - burning performance.

After all, for many enthusiastic drivers, an exceptionally powerful engine is just as much of a luxury as lamb's wool carpeting, a nineteen - speaker stereo system, or a suede headliner.

I find the A6 to be more involving than the Mercedes - Benz E-Class, which is too relaxed and cosseting to entertain enthusiastic drivers.

Land Rover argues that the Sport will appeal to a completely fresh market, opening up the brand to younger, more enthusiastic drivers searching for more than just luxury.

On paper, the 2004 Acura TSX's vital statistics are impressive: a sophisticated 200 - horsepower engine, a choice between a six - speed manual or five - speed automatic transmission, and a suspension that permits enthusiastic drivers to tame the toughest, tightest roads available.

For those who see driving as playtime and not a chore, this is a true return to form for BMW, proving that deep down they really do care about enthusiastic drivers.

A D - cut steering wheel and paddle shifters help provide the confidence enthusiastic drivers expect while the sport instrument cluster with six o'clock needle position hints at the improved performance from the more responsive 2.0 - liter turbocharged engine.

Really enthusiastic drivers will no doubt enjoy the extra grip the Performance Pack brings — by sending power to whichever front wheel is best able to effectively deploy it, more challenging corners can be taken at greater speed.

The accelerator and brake pedals are close together for what enthusiastic drivers call heel - and - toe maneuvers.

A less enthusiastic driver would likely see an average in the low 30s, as the highway fuel economy for the new Q50S Hybrid hits 34 mpg.

Modern cars are designed to minimise the risk of this occurring — although enthusiastic drivers often praise cars that can be provoked into controllable oversteer.

Subaru's well - deserved reputation for reliability and great handling make a used Forester an excellent choice for enthusiastic drivers on a budget.

On the road, the Twingo is competent and reasonably engaging but it won't provide enthusiastic drivers with many thrills.

If desired, particularly enthusiastic drivers can order a package that pushes the performance of the Golf GTI TCR even higher: In addition to removing the speed limiter and the availability of 19 - inch wheels, it includes a sports chassis setting and DCC ® adaptive damping.

Though we wouldn't go as far to say it's as fun or as engaging to drive as a Mazda 3, a Ford Focus or a Chevrolet Cruze, there is enough here to keep the more enthusiastic driver satisfied for the most part.

The XK and XKR are classic grand touring coupes, offering a comfortable suspension that nonetheless combines with steering, braking and cornering abilities to satisfy enthusiastic drivers.

M Dynamic Mode — a subfunction of the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system — quenches the thirst of enthusiastic drivers for keen dynamics.

Arguably, BMW popularised the type with its first 3 Series Touring at the end of the eighties and since then other car makers have cottoned on to the fact that enthusiastic drivers appreciate practicality as well as speed.

So, while enthusiastic drivers might be happier behind the wheel of a Mazda6 Tourer or BMW 3 Series Touring, families are likely to prefer the bigger and smoother - riding Mondeo — but it's still capable of putting a smile on the driver's face.

The 335d only comes available with the eight - speed auto and xDrive, however, so despite its range - topping performance, the 340i should still be the most tempting offering for enthusiastic drivers.

I meet the car in Alice Springs and head north, and as we cross the Tropic of Capricorn, I find what I've come for: the diagonal black stripe through a white circle that indicates the end of speed restriction and the three words that every enthusiastic driver would love to see: Drive to Conditions.

The base 2017 Infiniti Q30 and the Premium model have a suspension tune slightly geared more toward comfort, while the Sport trim level rides 0.6 inch lower and is said to have less body roll, appealing to more enthusiastic drivers.

While the Odyssey boasts ride quality that's considerate of all eight passengers, the handling is also competent enough to keep up with an enthusiastic driver.

Since then, enthusiastic drivers have looked forward to the Cupra version of every successive Leon — and the latest version is unlikely to disappoint.

Even standard versions of the A-Class are more communicative to drive than the comfortable - but - numb Audi A3, but the BMW 1 Series still rules the class for enthusiastic drivers.

Otherwise, both the four - speed and the six - speed manual will tempt the enthusiastic driver with long yet crisp shifting credentials.

When the enthusiastic driver changes up a gear manually by using the steering wheel - mounted paddles, the Quickshift technology ensures the quickest, crispest shifts via rapid and precisely timed engine torque intervention.

Working in parallel with the differential, the «Trac DSC» setting of the Dynamic Stability Control system now offers the enthusiastic driver more opportunity to explore the outer edges of the handling envelope while nevertheless providing a discreet safety net.

It's still blisteringly quick, of course, and offers a remarkable level of grip for such a large, heavy vehicle, but significantly more advanced suspension mean the model offers both a more comfortable and refined ride, as well as more engaging handling for enthusiastic drivers.

Recalibrated active electronic differential and Dynamic Stability Control settings have been tuned to work with the XFR - S Sportbrake's modified rear suspension to allow the enthusiastic driver to make the most of the car's huge potential.

Enthusiastic drivers might find that a «self - shifter» offers less control — you might occasionally find yourself in a higher gear than you'd ideally want to be when taking a corner, for example.

When the enthusiastic driver changes up a gear manually by using the steering wheel - mounted paddles, the Quickshift strategy ensures the quickest, crispest shifts via rapid and precisely timed engine torque intervention.

Recalibrated active electronic differential and Dynamic Stability Control settings allow the enthusiastic driver to make the most of the huge potential of the XFR - S.

In this regard, the Audi is shown up a little by the BMW 5 Series and Jaguar XF, both of which have more to offer the enthusiastic driver.

Finally for the enthusiastic driver who wants a balance of performance, comfort, and wants to look damn good doing it the, I hate to say it, «practical» choice comes down to the Evoque.

There's loads of grip — courtesy of the wide tyres fitted to every model — but an enthusiastic driver is likely to derive more pleasure from a BMW X1.

It features a new turbo charged engine, a suspension system that favors an enthusiastic driver and unique interior and exterior design enhancements.

«The Ford Fiesta is a top class supermini that appeals to enthusiastic drivers and economy - minded families alike.»

The six - speed manual is a fun unit for the enthusiastic driver, though an automatic transmission is also available optionally for $ 2000.