The LX and EX handled like typical economy cars, meaning distant steering,
noticeable body roll when pushed and a comfortable, though sometimes noisy ride.
Where the old Armada felt truck - like, with a bouncy ride and
noticeable body roll through corners, the second - gen model is smoother, with better suspension damping.
The optional air suspension system helps smooth the ride of the large SUV, but on twisty roads we could feel the XC90's bulk in the form
of noticeable body roll.
The A4 Allroad is 34 mm higher than an A4 Avant and, as you'd expect, this results in
some noticeable body roll and pitch.
It's not exactly the most adept handler though; with that high ride height; and there is
noticeable body roll and a slight bit of floppiness in direction changes — but the Splash remains stuck on track like cling wrap to itself in a way that inspires confidence in such a small vehicle.
The downside (SUV) surfaces when the Journey is pushed through a corner — there is
noticeable body roll.
Any attempt at spirited driving on a twisty road is met with lifeless steering and
noticeable body roll.
As you'd expect, the extra ride height and travel means there's
some noticeable body roll, but nothing disastrous.
However, it doesn't feel as if the chassis can keep up with the steering, loading the suspension quickly and causing
some noticeable body roll.