Sentences with phrase «hefty kerb weights»

A hefty kerb weight takes some of the sting out of the 178bhp petrol's tail and even in Sport mode responses aren't that eager and it's not inclined to hang onto gears for too long unless your foot is all the way to the floor.

Other demerits include that hefty kerb weight and a lack of chassis stiffness - the former makes itself apparent in quick direction changes, with a delay between steering input and the car responding, as well as the ever - present smell of hot brakes after even moderate use, while the latter results in the cabin shimmying over rough surfaces.

With a hefty kerb weight of 1985 kg, it also boasted a braked towing capacity of 2700 kg.

Vehicle weight and measurements can influence towing stability too; longer vehicle wheelbase and shorter rear axle - to - towball measurements and a hefty kerb weight are all promising features for good towing stability.

Not exact matches

The two power sources harmonise beautifully and, with a total available joint power output of 308bhp and 332 lb ft of torque, deliver sports car like acceleration with 0 - 62mph in just 6.8 seconds - though at higher speeds the X5 doesn't feel that fast, probably because of its hefty 2,230 kg kerb weight.