It delivers the best of both worlds: a vehicle that combines European sensibilities in design, fit and finish, and
handling characteristics with market relevant features and outstanding value.
The MINI John Cooper Works Countryman captures the imagination by imbuing the traditional MINI go - kart
handling characteristics with an even sharper edge.
Jaguar's XF is undoubtedly the driver's car in the segment, combining deft
handling characteristics with a supremely comfortable ride.
Other features of the WRC car include Subaru's boxer engine, which due to its geometry provides natural
handling characteristics with the torque levels associated with this layout, Subaru's Symmetrical All - Wheel Drive, and a large rear spoiler that has been designed to improve airflow and increase downforce.
Not exact matches
In this exchange, as in the rest of the day's questioning, Carney
handled himself
with characteristic unflappability.
So you have to start
with something that is demonstrably cheap because, first it is harder to get hurt if you fall out of the basement window, and second, it's so difficult to assess whether other people have a more accurate
handle on favourable
characteristics than you do».
These are all available
with a large range of contact parts that are available in different materials (to
handle different levels of product flow
characteristics).
«We have been very impressed
with the weigher's ability to
handle cheeses
with many different
characteristics, even a very wet variety such as Mozzarella causes it no problems.»
The relatively very easy to
handle handlebars might aid you to see your baby while he travels if important along
with furthermore the altitude flexible
characteristic is an outstanding back saver.
One of the most important
characteristics of a stroller is the ability to
handle the stroller
with ease.
It provides optimal towing performance, excellent aerodynamics, the lowest possible center of gravity, compatibility
with virtually every bike on the road, and excellent
handling characteristics.
«Each nanoparticle its own
characteristics and we need to start getting a
handle on these things and how they might interact
with the environment,» Gruden said.
Wenders
handles America's physical landscape
with characteristic clarity.
This is a small exotic
with remarkable
handling characteristics, plenty of power even in its base form, and a connection to the road like nothing else.
Even
with the run - flats, the LC 500 displayed a nice balance of good ride and
handling characteristics.
The
handling characteristic fuses mild understeer
with unambiguous response and unflappable stability.
VW says this layout helps
with weight distribution and allows the I.D. Crozz II to achieve similar
handling characteristics to the Golf GTI.
The Clubman is a super solid car,
with excellent
handling characteristics and a firm (yet compliant) ride.
Grip levels changed constantly because fresh rubber was laid down
with each take, which could dramatically alter the car's
handling characteristics.
Other
Handling Speciale changes include a revised F1 - Trac stability control system,
with improved corner - exit
characteristics and abilities on bumpy roads.
The ride and
handling characteristics of our Charger, even
with its 20 - inch wheels on unforgiving Michigan roads, were admirable.
For one, you can spec this Mustang
with independent rear suspension, giving it modern
handling characteristics and a more planted feel in corners.
Competitively priced tires are selected to provide an exceptional driving experience
with characteristics including superior
handling for wet or dry traction, stability, tread life, acoustics, comfort and rolling resistance, which impacts fuel economy.
They are designed to improve driving and
handling characteristics for increased driving safety
with or without a load.
With the optional Handling Speciale pack added, the result is a genuine driver's car with terrific performance, fine handling characteristics and a dash of everyday usability you might not typically associate with the prancing horse br
With the optional
Handling Speciale pack added, the result is a genuine driver's car with terrific performance, fine handling characteristics and a dash of everyday usability you might not typically associate with the prancing hors
Handling Speciale pack added, the result is a genuine driver's car
with terrific performance, fine handling characteristics and a dash of everyday usability you might not typically associate with the prancing horse br
with terrific performance, fine
handling characteristics and a dash of everyday usability you might not typically associate with the prancing hors
handling characteristics and a dash of everyday usability you might not typically associate
with the prancing horse br
with the prancing horse brand.
Poised to set new standards in driving dynamics and enjoyment, both on and off the road, the new Macan boasts the typical sporty
handling characteristics that have become synonymous
with the Porsche brand.
This model sets itself apart
with inspired
handling characteristics, All - aluminum body structure, available supercharged V8 power, fantastic off - road capabilities, and efficient diesel engine available
(569 N • m) of torque • SRT performance: 0 - 60 mph in the low five - second range, 0 -100-0 in under 17 seconds, 60 - 0 mph in approximately 110 feet • Benchmark braking • World - class ride and
handling characteristics across a dynamic range • Functional, performance - oriented exterior design and race - inspired interior appointments • Benchmark performance at the best price PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY 2008 MODEL YEAR EXTERIOR • New color: Steel Blue Metallic Clear Coat INTERIOR • Available Side - curtain Air Bags • Available SIRIUS BackSeat TV ™ • Available SRT - engineered KICKER ® premium surround sound system • New instrument panel cluster • New center console • SRT - exclusive Reconfigurable Display (RCD) • LED lighting in the front cup holders and front - and rear - door map pockets • Dark Slate Gray interior color • Agate - color accent stitching • Carbon - fiber - like pattern door
handles and carbon - fiber - like leather - trim steering wheel POWERTRAIN / CHASSIS • New optional 20 - inch aluminum wheel PACKAGES • Super Bee Special Edition —
with Surf Blue Pearl Coat 2007 MODEL YEAR EXTERIOR • New color: TorRed INTERIOR • Optional Rear Seat Video system, including KICKER ® Mobile Surround Sound PACKAGES • Super Bee Special Edition —
with Detonator Yellow exterior color • SRT Track Experience — Standard 2006 MODEL YEAR New high - performance version of the Dodge Charger
with new 6.1 - liter HEMI ® engine EXTERIOR • Colors: Brilliant Black, Bright Silver, Inferno Red • New front fascia
with integrated brake duct inlets • Insert in rear fascia • New rear spoiler • Body - color mirrors and door
handles (carryover base car) • «SRT8» exterior badge (deck lid) • Mesh grille insert
with «SRT» badge • Brake duct system in front belly pan • 16 mm clearance rear fascia to exhaust tips • New hood
with scoop, bezel and underhood duct • New hood silencer pad INTERIOR • Colors: Dark Slate / Light Slate Gray • Sport front seats
with matching trim on rear seats • Red accent stitching • Carbon fiber leather on steering wheel upper • Satin finish steering wheel spokes (from 300C) • Satin Silver shift bezel and lock knobs (from 300C) • «SRT8» badge below right - hand air conditioning outlet duct • Satin Silver color for center stack bezel POWERTRAIN • 6.1 - liter HEMI ® engine (425 horsepower / 420 lb. - ft.)
The curvaceous CX - 9 gets kudos for its ride and
handling characteristics, which are especially good for an SUV
with three rows of seats.
The
handling's fluidity obviously has a lot to do
with the tires; the Michelin Pilot Cup 2 rubber, 265/35 ZR20 up front and 325/30 ZR21 in back, have been through more than a million testing miles, so they suit the car's
characteristics.
All that, combined
with benchmark braking and world - class ride and
handling characteristics, make the Dodge Charger SRT8 civilized enough for a grocery run but fully capable in more challenging situations • The 2009 Dodge Charger SRT8 is part of a broad lineup of Street and Racing Technology vehicles developed under the credo «Race inspired, street legal» SAFETY AND SECURITY Please refer to the Safety and Security Glossary for descriptions of the following features: • Advanced Multi-stage Air Bag System • All - speed Traction Control System • Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) • Auto - reverse Sun Roof • BeltAlert • Brake Assist • Brake / Park Interlock • Child - protection Rear Door Locks • Constant Force Retractors • Crumple Zones • Electronic Stability Program • Energy - absorbing Steering Column • Enhanced Accident Response System • Height - adjustable Seat Belts • HomeLink Universal Home Security System Transceiver • Inside Emergency Trunk Release • Interior Head - impact Protection • Knee bolsters • LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) • Low - risk Deployment Air Bag • Power Adjustable Pedals • Remote Keyless Entry • Seat Belt Pretensioners • Sentry Key ® Engine Immobilizer • Side - impact Door Beams • Tire Pressure Monitoring Display COLOR AVAILABILITY • Deep Water Blue Clear Coat • Bright Silver Metallic • Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat • TorRed • Hemi Orange (
with Super Bee Special Edition Package) MANUFACTURING INFORMATION • 2009 model year production start: July 2008 • Production location: Brampton Assembly Plant in Brampton, Ontario, Canada • 6.1 - liter HEMI V - 8 engine: Saltillo Engine Plant in Saltillo, Mexico • Five - speed automatic transmission: Indiana Transmission 1 in Indianapolis MARKET POSITION Dodge Charger SRT8 is the latest incarnation of a storied Dodge performance nameplate, combining SRT performance attributes
with Dodge attitude.
At in - town speeds the excellent sound insulation drowns out a lot of the diesel roar — it's a different story just standing on the street and listening to one of these roar by — and it remains so on the interstate,
with the truck retaining the predictable response and
handling characteristics.
The all - new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 showcases the renowned, five key aspects of any SRT vehicle: exterior styling that resonates
with the brand image; race - inspired interiors; world - class ride and
handling characteristics across a broad range; benchmark braking; and standout powertrain.
of torque (10 percent increase),
with better fuel economy and increased refinement 6,000 - mile maintenance schedule for all gasoline engines Improved steering linkage for 4x4 models Trailer Sway Control added to available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system available 2007 MODEL YEAR YES ® Essentials Stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric incorporated into vehicles
with cloth seats Power accessory delay E85 compatible 4.7 - liter V - 8 engine (Flexible Fuel Vehicle — FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One - touch, three - blink lane change feature 2006 MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7 - liter engine is a fully functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck (first for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated
with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame
with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and
handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and
handling characteristics
Helping to buttress the Infiniti's pleasing
handling characteristics is a 3.7 - liter V - 6 that appeared for the 2013 model year (prior to that a smaller, 3.5 - liter V - 6 was standard), and this engine's 325 horsepower and 267 lb - ft of torque are well - matched
with the SUV's chassis.
The Rover Sport, however, ups the ante in the upscale sport - touring segment considerably,
with Teutonic - level ride and
handling characteristics on pavement, all the green - lane aptitude of the LR3, and a price that makes it an instant competitor: As one media wag put it, «For $ 60K and change, who would buy an X5 anymore?»
With such pleasant
handling characteristics and generous power, the Boxster is definitely an excellent vehicle for drivers who don't need a top or extra seats to enjoy their driving experience.
On the road it excels
with its precise, sporty
handling, and where the hardtop surface ends it demonstrates impressive offroad
characteristics.
With low unsprung weight, they also allowed the engineers greater control of suspension tuning, which further improves ride and
handling characteristics.
There are still some pretty interesting qualities to one of Acura's sportier models, including the rather spacious interior cabin and the refined
handling characteristics, but if the Japanese brand has any intention to keep up
with the times, it's pretty important that it starts
with arguably the first thing customers will notice when in the market for a new car.
When it was determined that a rear - mounted engine was responsible for unfavorable off - road
handling characteristics, Lambo decided to build an entirely new chassis
with the V - 12 from the Countach sitting up front.
Superb
handling characteristics are at the heart of the V12 Vantage; the rear suspension has been modified,
with a more compact dual - rate spring design, in order to accommodate a wider wheel and tyre combination, improving grip and traction.
Straight - line performance may have been impressive, but driving enthusiasts weren't overly enthused
with the GS's road
handling characteristics, and hybrid geeks scoffed at the miles - per - gallon numbers.
The German automaker has introduced a new quattro all - wheel - drive system
with ultra technology, aimed to make driving experiences more efficient without having to sacrifice the car's performance and
handling characteristics.
Kia promises «class - leading practicality and safety technology,» and more «engaging ride and
handling characteristics» to go
with the more aggressive design.
Like the full - size Armada, the 2006 Pathfinder combines rugged body - on - frame construction
with the superior ride and
handling characteristics of 4 - wheel independent double - wishbone suspension.
Although it bears more than a passing resemblance to cars like the Chevrolet Malibu and Ford Fusion, the 200's Fiat underpinnings give it European - inspired
handling characteristics more in line
with the VW Jetta and Passat.
General Patton's ghost would have felt at home behind the wheel of the first - gen Denali, as its
handling and braking
characteristics were on par not
with modern luxury SUVs but rather
with World War II troop transporters.
Traverse has a long 118.9 - inch wheelbase (3,021 mm),
with a wide 67.3 - inch (1,709 mm) front track and 67.1 - inch (1,704 mm) rear track — a combination that enables smooth, stable ride and
handling characteristics.
Subaru offers this compact SUV
with a great deal of car - like
characteristics, including comfort and
handling.