The budget hatch features a sports suspension, an electro -
hydraulic steering tuned by Renault Sport, and four - wheel disc brakes.
Not exact matches
We wouldn't be surprised in the least to someday encounter all - electric
steering that provides more «feedback» than a sport -
tuned hydraulic rack.
In fact, with
hydraulic power
steering and better overall suspension
tuning, the M6 Gran Coupe could just be the best of the current crop of M cars — and a great example of how to make a new, even better car out of some already great automobiles.
Still, there's much about the Sonic that's specific for our market, including its two engines, extra air bags (for a total of ten), quicker
steering,
hydraulic engine mounts, additional structural bracing, and, of course, specific chassis
tuning.
Take, for instance, the excellent electric power
steering on the Tesla Model S. Malcolm Burgess, who worked on its development, credits the structure and components of his car, as well as hours of driving and computerized tweaking (easier, he notes, than swapping out dozens of torsion bars when
tuning hydraulic power - assist systems).
We're impressed with the new chassis
tuning, but would like to see Acura work harder to regain the natural
steering feel of the old
hydraulic system.
Electronic Power
Steering (EPS) is a modern innovation that provides finely - tuned, precision steering control, improved handling, and greater fuel efficiency, compared to older hydraulic systems, which are somewhat less responsive and more taxing on the vehicle's
Steering (EPS) is a modern innovation that provides finely -
tuned, precision
steering control, improved handling, and greater fuel efficiency, compared to older hydraulic systems, which are somewhat less responsive and more taxing on the vehicle's
steering control, improved handling, and greater fuel efficiency, compared to older
hydraulic systems, which are somewhat less responsive and more taxing on the vehicle's engine.
-- A solid body structure as stiff as any in the global midsize sedan market, allowing for precise
tuning and dynamic vehicle control — A premium
steering gear that ensures smooth, precise responsiveness and on - center feel — Proven and continuously refined MacPherson strut front and mutli - link rear suspensions — Large, ventilated front disc and solid rear disc brakes, clamped on by dual - piston front and single - piston rear aluminum calipers, which are expected to deliver best - in - class stopping distance — An isolated engine cradle for
tuned, refined feedback, without noise or vibration — Fuel - saving electric power rack - and - pinion variable - effort power
steering, resulting in effortless low - speed maneuvers and a higher degree of
steering feel at higher speeds — Chassis control technologies include four - channel anti-lock brakes, full - function traction control, four - corner electronic stability control, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist system, corner brake control,
hydraulic brake fade assist and drag torque control.
This model sets itself apart with modern tech and entertainment features, responsive handling, cargo space, smooth ride, and Classic muscle - car appearance Options: 276 - Watt Amplifier Remote Usb Port (6) Boston Acoustics Speakers Uconnect Hands - Free Communication W / Bluetooth Bluetooth Streaming Audio Media Center 430 - Inc: Am / Fm Stereo W / Cd / Dvd / Mp3 Player Usb Port 40Gb Hard Drive W / 28Gb Available 6.5 Touch Screen Rear Window Antenna Aux Audio Input Rear Spoiler Spare Tire Delete Body - Color Mirrors Fog Lamps Variable - Intermittent Wipers Satin Chrome Grill Hid Headlamps Body - Color Fascias Bright Fuel Filler Door Body - Color Door Handles P245 / 45Zr20 All - Season Performance Tires Dual Black Center Stripes 20 X 9.0 Aluminum Srt Design Wheels Fold - Away Pwr Heated Mirrors Functional Hood Scoop Solar Control Glass Automatic Headlamps Tire Service Kit 6 - Way Pwr Driver Seat Illuminated Entry 12V Pwr Outlet Traveler / Mini Trip Computer Pwr Trunklid Release Rear 60/40 Split - Folding Bench Seat Keyless Entry Speed Control Cargo Compartment Dress - Up Cell Phone Storage
Steering Wheel Audio Controls Leather - Wrapped
Steering Wheel Premium Leather - Trimmed Bucket Seats Illuminated Door Pull Handles Illuminated Cupholders Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Column Universal Garage Door Opener Pwr Accessory Delay Instrument Cluster W / Performance Display Screen Front & Rear Climate Control Outlets Heated
Steering Wheel Silver Metal Brush Center Stack Bezel Rear Courtesy Lamps Vehicle Info Center Rear Seat Armrest W / Cupholder Pwr Windows W / Front 1 - Touch Down Heated Front Seats Leather - Wrapped Shift Knob Front Reading / Map Lights Passenger Assist Handle Floor Console W / Armrest Air Conditioning W / Auto Temp Control Auto - Dimming Rearview Mirror W / Microphone Trunk Lamp Temp & Compass Gauge Luxury Front & Rear Floor Mats 180 - Mph Speedometer Security Alarm Keyless Go Visors W / Illuminated Mirrors Active Head Restraints Sentry Key Theft Deterrent System Remote Proximity Keyless Entry Speed - Sensitive Pwr Locks Pwr 4 - Way Driver Lumbar Floor Carpet Satin Silver Lock Knobs Bright Pedals Rear Window Defroster 4 - Wheel Anti-Lock Performance Disc Brakes Hill Start Assist Rear Stabilizer Bar 6.4 L Srt Hemi V8 Engine Sport Mode Anti-Spin Rear Differential Dual Bright Exhaust Tips Rear Wheel Drive 220 - Amp Alternator Performance
Tuned Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Active Dampening Suspension Engine Oil Cooler Independent High Performance Suspension 6 - Speed Manual Tremec Transmission 730 Cca Maintenance - Free Battery Severe Duty Ii Engine Cooling Dual Rear Exhaust 3.92 Axle Ratio Child Seat Upper Tether Anchorages Dual - Note Electric Horns (5) 3 - Point Seat Belts Electronic Stability Control Brake Assist All - Speed Traction Control Supplemental Front Side Airbag Ready Alert Braking Front Passenger Seat Belt Alert Knock Back Mitigation Brake / Park Interlock Rain Brake Support Supplemental Side Airbag Tire Pressure Monitor Display Supplemental Front & Rear Side - Curtain Airbags Advanced Multi-Stage Front Airbags - Inc: Passenger Airbag Cutoff
Hydraulic Assist Brake Booster Srt Track Experience
During the first turn of the
steering wheel, you'll notice the quicker response to inputs, along with a satisfying heft
tuned into the
hydraulic system.
These include a wider track, a stiffer front anti-roll bar, retuned dampers with
hydraulic rebound stoppers, and a unique Electronic Power Assisted
Steering tune, all of which help provide «optimized crossover handling,» says Ford.
Of course, it's not as communicative as the old
hydraulic steering system like Mac points out, but it's a much better
tuned than the on the Carrera.
Did Toyota make the MR2 too good?After slicing through the curves at the Moroso Motorsports Park, a race track in West Palm Beach with some wicked twists and turns, one wonders why the MR2 - a baby Ferrari for all practical purposes - isn't selling well.If you looked at the MR2's specifications on paper without knowing its name, you would swear the MR2 was a high - priced exotic with its ultra high - performance, mid-mounted engine, high - tech electro -
hydraulic steering system and race -
tuned independent suspension.
Variable ratios have long been known in the area of
hydraulic steering systems; however, the
tuning of such a
steering system is subject to very tight limits, so that the driver is not overtaxed by the transitional behaviour.
In the GT S, the AMG RIDE CONTROL damping system is electronically controlled and adjustable on the fly — individually or as part of AMG's Dynamic Select system, which also
tunes the
hydraulic variable - ratio
steering, throttle mapping, gearbox characteristics and stability and traction control functions across four preset modes (Comfort through Sport and Sport + to Race).
Ordinarily it's not a huge issue, but with the «sharper»
hydraulic steering masking some of the feedback — and occasionally fighting the rack — there «s a call for the driver to be in
tune with the contact of the tyres when pushing on.
If you looked at the MR2's specifications on paper without knowing its name, you would swear the MR2 was a high - priced exotic with its ultra high - performance, mid-mounted engine, high - tech electro -
hydraulic steering system and race -
tuned independent suspension.
This is matched to a stiffer body, a suspension system with greater damping strength, Mazda's electro -
hydraulic power assisted
steering (EHPAS), as well as specially
tuned brakes.
Carefully
tuned electro -
hydraulic power
steering, a highly agile suspension system, and powerful disc brakes are standard Mazda3 features.
Steering, which uses a
hydraulic system and electric pump, feels
tuned for a comfortable, easy driving character.
A
hydraulic power rack - and - pinion power
steering is
tuned for more responsiveness with quick - reacting ratio.