Although the suspension tuning is distinctly
firmer than the sedan's, it's also compliant enough to take the edge off sharp bumps and expansion joints.
The coupe has a sport suspension that's
firmer than the sedan's.
Not exact matches
On our route's smooth, winding roads through rural Tennessee, the ride was composed and surprisingly
firm, lending the Rogue a buttoned - down demeanor that's better
than we expected given the flabbier dynamics of the Nissan Altima and Sentra
sedans.
At times the ride was a bit
firm, but we'd much rather take that
than the floating feeling that some other
sedans offer.
With less distance between the front and back wheels
than you'd find on a compact hatchback or
sedan, and a usually
firmer suspension setup to prevent body lean in the bends, there's always the chance that compact crossovers tend to be noticeably worse to drive
than more conventional cars.
High chassis rigidity, a
firm suspension (GM's Magnetic Ride Control), a slightly wider front and rear track
than the
sedan's, and quick (2.7 turns lock - to - lock) ZF rack - mounted electric steering combine to provide the sense of connection that prompts drivers to seek the long way home and sends them forth on lengthy weekend forays with no particular destination.
More information about the 2008 Pontiac G8: The Pontiac G8 promises to straddle the line between sophisticated sport
sedan and buff muscle car for 2008, offering handling that's better
than many rivals but with
firm yet comfortable touring comfort.
The ride is
firmer than many competing
sedans, but most drivers get used to the feel rather quickly.
Suspension components were retuned to make the car more responsive and precise; the
firm suspension provided a better feel for the road
than the «cushy» ride in traditional American
sedans, but didn't punish the rider, keeping bumps in check.
The suspension is generally comfortable, but it is
firmer than on your run of the mill family
sedan.
The Outback's ride is
firmer than the Liberty
sedan's, but it is appropriate for light - duty unsealed roads, where speed might be a factor.