Sport
mode dials in higher throttle, damping, and steering responses, which are immediately discernible.
It, along with a start - stop system, will most likely not be seen in the U.S. because there is no change in the EPA test cycle performance with the eco
mode dialed in and the S5's buyers are more enchanted by its sporty personality than promise of fuel savings.
With the snow
mode dialed in and with studless winter tires on, the Renegade can run circles around larger SUVs.
Body roll is nearly non-existent regardless of which
mode you dial in.
Not exact matches
It isn't as noticeable
in handheld
mode, where the 720p resolution feels adequate, and
dialing down the motion blur helps, but the player spoiled by recent console shooters will definitely notice the drop
in quality.
For a refresher, this is a 4600 - pound car that measures
in at nearly 201 inches
in length, yet when the suspension is
dialed into sport
mode, it's surprisingly agile, taut, and responsive.
In gauge mode, the permanent transmission temperature dial is supplemented by a digital readout in degrees
In gauge
mode, the permanent transmission temperature
dial is supplemented by a digital readout
in degrees
in degrees F.
You might also have a parasitic draw, i.e. something that is using too much current when the car is switched off - this can be checked by switching the meter into current
mode (A on the
dial) and putting it
in series with the battery - but don't attempt to start the car like that or you'll destroy the meter...
Audi's configurable driving
modes include a Dynamic setting that tempers some of the accelerator lag, while a Sport
mode on the gearshift
dials back the upshift tendency to keep you
in lower gears more often.
If you want to make your e-Golf go even slower (and get more efficient), it has three
modes that progressively
dial back power
in order to preserve energy: Normal, Eco, and Eco +.
There are Comfort, Sport, and Sport Plus settings for the dampers, steering and throttle mapping, plus three
modes for the gearbox, and you can run with full DSC
in the more relaxed MDM
mode or with stability control
dialed out completely.
In full luxury
mode it, feels like a proper sports sedan;
dial everything up to Sport Plus and it's almost rabid.
The small rotary
dial and accompanying
mode buttons
in the center console make summoning various systems and commands easy.
There are also bespoke Alpina graphics for the TFT
dials, complete with trademark blue faces and distinctive green needles when
in Sport
mode.
Lap four, and I've
dialed in Race Hybrid
mode.
Fortunately, you're not limited to a simple three -
mode buffet; you can build the Individual
mode to suit your tastes,
dialing in drivetrain, suspension, and other settings independently.
Two inboard electric motors, one placed at each wheel on the front axle, deliver a combined maximum power output of 1341bhp
in circuit
mode; this can be
dialled back to 536bhp
in road
mode.
Unlike the more modern manettino - equipped Huracan, the Aventador and its most exotic metamorphosis want you to
dial in your preferred driving
mode — Strada, Sport, or Corsa — by pushing a button
in the center stack.
Punch the button
in the
dial's center (if your car has the PDK twin - clutch gearbox, that is), and it works effectively as a racing - inspired «push - to - pass» feature: Suppose you're cruising at 50 mph
in sixth gear,
in comfort
mode, and you decide to overtake the car
in front.
It's raining, so I
dial in wet
mode, the most forgiving of the manettino switch's driver settings.
A further
dial, that's only operational
in Track
mode, allows control over the traction control.
You simply select Track
mode, push hard on the brake pedal, floor the throttle, watch the revs build to about 2200rpm at which point a message will appear
in the
dials and you release the brake pedal.
The GT500's electric power steering rack isn't the most communicative right off the bat, but you can
dial in a little extra weight by selecting sport
mode.
Fully digital instruments greet the driver, along with an ornate engine stop - start switch and drive -
mode selector
dial in the center console.
While
in classic view
mode, the circular instrument
dials, i.e. the speedometer and rev counter, are more dominant, «infotainment
mode» displays additional functions such as the navigation system, telephone, Audi connect and media more prominently.
So, unlike with the F430,
in the Scuderia it's possible to
dial - up maximum attack
mode for the gearshift, stability and traction controls yet still enjoy a relatively compliant ride, which should enhance its suitability for British roads as well as being a benefit on wet circuits.
Dial in sport or sport plus
mode, though, and hang on, baby!
The speed - sensitive electric power steering also responds to Dynamic Select settings with variable assist between comfort and sport
modes; again, the system can automatically
dial in more or less assist based on driving conditions.
After 500 metres or so
in Sport
mode the
dial was turned back down to Comfort — there's a knobbly resonance that infects the entire cabin otherwise.
So, despite the hair - trigger nature of the RS 7, at least
in Dynamic
mode, I think it's better suited for the street when the Drive Select is
dialed back to Comfort or Auto.
We liked the V6 more and more as the day wore on, and then on the second day we got
in the blown V8 First things first: We
dialed up the Dynamic
mode, tuned for faster road driving — it firms the suspension, adds some weight to the steering and sends additional torque to the rear wheels.
Mazda's turbo - four is relatively linear from the bottom of the
dial, while the six - speed is sharp and well - timed
in its shifts, particularly when «Sport»
mode is activated.
Some of the buttons feel a little chintzy — the
mode - adjustment
dial in particular — but the round vents set across the sparse dash look cool.
Options: Am / Fm Stereo W / Cd / Mp3 Player - Inc: Auto - Store Fm Diversity Antenna Auxiliary Input Located Inside Center Console Dvd Changer Prep Premium High - Fidelity 16 - Speaker Sound System - Inc: Digital Sound Processing (Dsp)(2) Subwoofers Under Front Seats 600 - Watt Digital 9 - Channel Amplifier Hd Radio W / Multicast Fm Station Reception Entertainment Server 12 Gb Hard Drive W / Usb Port For Media Transfer Body - Color Roof Trim Strips Power 2 - Way Tilt / Slide Glass Moonroof W / Key - Off & One - Touch Operation Sunshade Wind Deflector Body - Color Bumpers W / Hydraulic Energy Absorbers & (Front Only) Compressible Elements Power Adjustable Power - Folding Heated Auto - Dimming Body - Color Side - View Mirrors - Inc: 2 - Position Memory Rh Automatic Tilt - Down
In Reverse Illuminated Exterior Door Handles & Ground Illumination Intermittent Rain - Sensing Windshield Wipers W / Adjustable & Vehicle - Speed - Sensitive Wiping Interval Single - Wipe Control Windshield - Washer System W / Heated Washer Jets 19 X 8.5 V - Spoke Light Alloy Wheels (Style 426)- Inc: P245 / 45R19 Run - Flat All - Season Tires Led Fog Lights Automatic Trunk Lid Open / Close Xenon Rain - Sensing Adaptive Headlights - Inc: Dynamic Auto - Leveling Corona Headlight - Rings & Cornering Lights Retractable High - Intensity Headlight Washers Body - Color Exterior Door Handles Adaptive Brake Lights Pathway Lighting Feature Programmable Via Vehicle & Key Memory Power Soft - Close Automatic Doors Dual Cupholders Front & Rear Front Visors W / Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Dynamic Cruise Control Expanded Check Control Vehicle Monitor System Power Windows - Inc: Key - Off Operation One - Touch Open / Close Anti-Trapping Feature Coded Driveaway Protection Ambiance Lighting
In Front Rear & Door Panels Dual Illuminated Rear Vanity Mirrors Integrated Into Rear Cabin Roof Lining Vehicle & Key Memory Fully Finished Trunk Comfort Access Keyless Entry W / Multi-Function Remote Rear Center Armrest W / Storage Compartment Rear Window Defogger Auto - Dimming Rear - View Mirror 4 - Zone Automatic Climate Control - Inc: Draft - Free Vents Solar Sensor Automatic Recirculation Heat - At - Rest Feature Automatic Ventilation Electronic Analog Speedometer & Tachometer Anti-Theft Alarm System - Inc: Interior Motion Detector Owner's Manual Condition - Based Service Display W / Additional Functions Accessible Through Idrive System Central Power Locking System - Inc: Anti-Theft Feature Selective Unlocking Programmable Via Vehicle & Key Memory Nappa Leather Upholstery Black Panel Display W / Lcd Main & Trip Odometer Displays & Warning Indicators
In Dial Faces Front & Rear Floor Mats Hard Drive - Based Navigation System - Inc: Voice - Command & Real Time Traffic Info Fineline High Gloss Wood Interior Trim Power Tilt / Telescoping Steering Column Remote Trunk Release Heated Front Seats W / Fast Heating & Balance Control Front Console Compartment - Inc: Coinholder Illumination Multi-Contour 20 - Way Power Front Bucket Seats - Inc: 4 - Way Pwr Lumbar Support Articulated Upper Backrest Adjustable Backrest Width Adjustable Thigh Support Driver & Front Passenger Seat Memory Active Head Restraints W / Adjustable Side Support Integrated Universal Garage Door Opener Multi-Function Sports Leather - Wrapped Steering Wheel - Inc: Audio Controls Phone Controls 2 - Position Memory Smokers Pkg Idrive System - Inc: On - Board Computer Controller (8) Programmable Memory Buttons 8 - Speed Automatic Transmission - Inc: Automatic & Manual Shift
Modes Both W / Fully Synchronized Electronic Gear Changes Self - Leveling Air Spring Rear Suspension Rear Wheel Drive 4.4 - Liter Twinpower Turbo 32 - Valve 445 - Hp V - 8 Engine - Inc: Double - Vanos & Valvetronic Variable Valve Control High - Precision Direct Injection Dynamic Damping Control Driving Dynamics Control Front Multi-Link Double - Wishbone Aluminum Suspension Rear Multi-Link Integral - V Aluminum Suspension Brake Energy Regeneration To Convert Kinetic Energy Into Usable Electrical Pwr 4 - Wheel Ventilated Disc Brakes W / Electronic Brake Proportioning Twin - Tube Gas - Pressure Shock Absorbers Vehicle - Speed - Sensitive Variable - Assist Variable - Ratio Rack - & - Pinion Power Steering Auto Start - Stop Function Aluminum Front & Rear Subframes Electromechanical Parking Brake ** Preliminary Standard Equipment ** Front - Seat Side - Impact Airbags 3 - Point Safety Belt System - Inc: Alr
In All Passenger Positions Rear - View Camera Child Safety Rear Door Locks Anti-Lock Braking System (Abs) Driver & Front Passenger Dual - Threshold Dual - Stage Front Airbags W / Passenger Occupant Sensor Front & Rear Head Protection System (Hps) Corona Ring Integrated Daytime Running Lights Front & Rear Park Distance Control W / Graphic Display Emergency Interior Trunk Release Handle Front Safety Belt Automatic Pretensioners Acoustic Belt Warning Active Protection Bmw Assist W / Enhanced Bluetooth & Usb - Inc: (4) Years Of Automatic Collision Notification Emergency Request Enhanced Roadside Assistance Remote Door Unlock Stolen Vehicle Recovery Customer Relations Teleservice Mobile Office Features Myinfo Lower Anchors & Tethers For Children (Latch) On Rear Outboard Seats Dynamic Stability Control (Dsc)- Inc: Brake Fade Compensation Start - Off Assistant Brake Drying Brake Stand - By Dynamic Traction Control (Dtc) Dynamic Brake Control Crash Sensor That Activates Battery Safety Terminal Disconnect Of Alternator Fuel Pump & Starter From Battery Automatically Unlocks Doors Turns On Hazard & Interior Lights Tire Pressure Monitor Active Knee Protection
Select Dynamic
mode, however, and a sporting red colour scheme fills the interior as well as
in the instrument
dials and cluster display.
In Sport mode, with the M1 button, I had the DCT dialed in at its most aggressive position in manual mode, sticking to second and third gears over a twisty back roa
In Sport
mode, with the M1 button, I had the DCT
dialed in at its most aggressive position in manual mode, sticking to second and third gears over a twisty back roa
in at its most aggressive position
in manual mode, sticking to second and third gears over a twisty back roa
in manual
mode, sticking to second and third gears over a twisty back road.
Appropriate amounts of waft accompany the ride
in Comfort
mode on smooth surfaces, but along technical Alpine roads with the diamond - knurled drive
mode dial set to Sport, nary a hint of unwanted roll hinders the Conti's reflexes.
It's acceptable
in Auto
mode, but
dial through to Sport and then Track, and the steering doesn't react quickly enough.
In COMFORT
mode, the display shows a classic array of four circular
dials.
** ORIGINAL WINDOW STICKER LIST: $ 135,705 ** FACTORY OPTIONS INCLUDE: 21» Cayenne SportEdition Wheels
in Black with Wheel Arch Extension (Originally $ 4,165) Premium Package Plus (Originally $ 3,660) Comfort Lighting Package Panoramic Roof System Front and Rear Park Assist Rearview Camera System Ventilated Front and Rear Seats Porsche Entry & Drive Power Side Blinds for Windows Deviated Stitched Interior Package (Originally $ 2,235) Lane Departure Warning (Originally $ 1,540) Natural Interior
in Espresso (Originally $ 1,510) Illuminated Stainless Steel Door Sill Guards (Originally $ 1,100) Sport Tailpipes
in Black (Originally $ 950) Instrument
Dials in Guards Red (Originally $ 770) Soft Close Doors (Originally $ 770) Seat Belts Finished
in Espresso (Originally $ 650) Voice Control (Originally $ 595) Vehicle Key Painted (Originally $ 365) High Gloss Exterior Package (Originally $ 150) VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS: 4.8 Liter Twin - Turbo 8 Cylinder Engine -520 Horsepower --553 lb / ft of Torque - All Wheel Drive 8 - Speed Automatic Transmission 21» Cayenne SportEdition Black Wheels Power Adjustable Heated Exterior Mirrors Rain - Sensing Intermittent Windshield Wipers Front and Rear Parking Sensors Automatic Running Xenon Headlights Rear Parking Camera Power Sliding Panoramic Glass Sunroof Adjustable Sport Driving
Modes Power Adjustable Heated Front Seats Dual - Zone Automatic Climate Control Factory Navigation System BOSE Premium Surround Sound Ventilated Front Seats Bluetooth Connectivity and Streaming Multifunction Steering Wheel Universal Garage Opener VEHICLE HISTORY: Only ONE Previous Owner!
The electric - power control unit can boost voltage to 650
in sport
mode for greater performance, or
dial it back to 500 volts
in eco
mode.
After some days testing the Q70 L's different drive
modes, I left the
dial in Sport.
Like the supercar, a drive
mode dial is placed high
in the center console.
The central display
in the center
dial instrument reliably informs the driver which gear is engaged, and which transmission
mode is active (e.g. «D9 E» = ninth gear, ECO
mode).
Steering
in Sport
mode featured some play on center, which is a good thing for regular driving, but
dial in more steering angle and it firms up and offers a decent amount of feedback.
On an otherwise peaceful morning
in his suburban Detroit neighborhood, Von Foerster had just backed a Shelby GT350 Mustang out of the driveway (Shelby GT350 is equipped with a two -
mode active exhaust), and as the Voodoo V8 engine cracked to life, an annoyed neighbor
dialed the police.
But when you put it
in Sport
mode, the
dial slides across — not digitally, but actually moves — to open up a larger screen beside it, which displays a boost gauge or other information.
As you'd expect there are multiple drive
modes from which the NSX's driver can select — via a simple rotary
dial in the middle of the remarkably restrained cockpit.
DYNAMIC SELECT lets you
dial in the GLC's driving character, from enthusiastic Sport
mode to easygoing ECO.
The many
modes of AMG DYNAMIC SELECT let you
dial in the shifting, throttle response, exhaust sound, and suspension settings.