However, the WRX STi falls down in terms
of cabin quality — both the BMW M135i and VW Golf R feel like better built products, and both cost around the same.
Since the T - Roc is essentially a tall Golf, comparisons with the famous VW model are inevitable, and the hatchback is the more premium and better rounded choice in terms
of cabin quality.
It feels considerably lower than any of the other cars here as you drop down into the seat, and it's immediately obvious that this is the car Porsche is aiming at in terms
of cabin quality.
Not exact matches
I have a
cabin in the mountains and that is a
quality of life I wouldn't have in Houston.»
The Federal Aviation Administration established the center in 2004 under a Congressional directive to study air
quality problems in airline
cabins in the wake
of the previous year's severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) outbreak in Asia, which later spread to more than two dozen countries in North America, South America and Europe.
While our
cabins are exceptional
quality, the therapeutic benefits
of infrared heat are our main focus.
Our heaters produce high
quality infrared heat and do an excellent job
of warming the sauna
cabin.
The Pine Tree Forest Gallery Canvas Wall Art is a museum -
quality print on artist canvas that gives the illusion
of rustic wood colorfully stenciled with pine trees, perfect for a
cabin or any décor with a woodsy touch.
We'd prefer a knurled aluminium facia trim to polished wood, but let your eye wander the
cabin and you'll come to the conclusion that you're in the best
quality cockpit; moreover, the perfectly stitched leather
of the seats and facia is standard where it's a # 2245 option on the Porsche.
Apropos
of that, witness the passing
of the original Scion tC, a car that brought premium features and unlikely
cabin quality to a segment known for neither.
Or you can just throttle back altogether and enjoy the decent ride
quality, smooth drivetrain, and the
quality of the
cabin.
Merc's
cabin is probably still half a notch behind the Bentley's too - not necessarily in design or technology, because it gets elements like the S - Class's dual - widescreen set - up and supremely supportive AMG sports seats, but in the finer details, such as odd switch carried over from lesser Mercs, or the
quality of hide or wood.
Poking around the car at the show, we notice a clear step up from other Cadillacs in terms
of quality and materials, but we're unsure if the CT6's
cabin does enough design-wise to keep up with the show - stopping interiors
of the Mercedes - Benz S - Class and Audi A8.
Inside, the Mazda CX - 4 is more traditional Mazda fare, with a touchscreen infotainment system positioned atop the dashboard, large analog gauges behind the three - spoke steering wheel, stylish controls, and a mix
of high -
quality leathers and plastics adorning the
cabin.
We're treated mostly to a in -
cabin and rear view from the Maserati, and the audio
quality isn't necessarily first - rate, but the images — to say nothing
of the sounds — will stick with you for quite some time.
Overall, the materials throughout the
cabin are all high -
quality, and the new look it got in GM's impressive 2007 redesign still holds up, despite competition from the likes
of the Ford Expedition EL.
The Audi won't set your automotive world on fire either, but a range
of frugal diesel engines, a
quality cabin and elegant exterior mean it has the same
qualities that make the Volvo appealing — plus the allure
of that four - ringed badge.
A combination
of leather and soft - touch materials trim much
of the
cabin, and where you do find plastics, they're
of a higher
quality.
Similar money buys coupe versions
of the Civic, Elantra or Forte; all those choices beat Scion in fuel efficiency and
cabin quality, but none can match the tC's features at this price.
Parents need their minivans to be a rolling bastion
of comfort, versatility, and functionality, and so the 2015 Toyota Sienna adds a few
cabin improvements in the way
of quality and technology.
Interior
quality is another step closer to the Polo, while the implementation
of a new infotainment screen and coloured trim elements brighten the
cabin.
From a styling standpoint, the
cabin is a hit, but
quality is another issue — and I have a Triple Whopper's worth
of beef with it.
Both cars come generously equipped as standard and the
quality of their
cabins is befitting
of their price tags, but the Porsche's classier driving experience makes it the better value car
of the pair.
Firstly, it should be noted that the
quality of the
cabin is very good indeed with a modern, attractive and minimalist design.
The Jaguar and BMW can't quite boast the same
cabin quality and tech - spread
of the Audi but are more dynamic and engaging to drive.
Yet, there's no denying the LC500's V8 is far more pleasant to use and listen to than the turbocharged unit in the back
of the Porsche and the
cabin quality the Lexus is easily a match for that
of the Porsche — although the 911's layout and infotainment are far more user - friendly.
The rear
cabin surroundings are just as opulent as the front, with fine - grain ash wood, real metal and high -
quality stitched Valcona leather seats providing comfort for miles
of travel, regardless
of which seat you're in.
Its
cabin still impresses in terms
of quality and design, and it nearly matches the Infiniti's level
of comfort and convenience features.
If this latest model is to challenge the likes
of the Ford Fiesta ST and Peugeot 208 GTi 30th Anniversary for class honours, it'll have to retain the original's sense
of fun, but team that with a more sophisticated driving style, better damping, keener steering and a much higher
quality cabin.
As with other Sonata models I've driven, I was pleased here with the general
quality and user - friendliness
of the
cabin, especially the excellent navigation system interface and the ease with which I was able to pair my BlackBerry with Bluetooth.
Despite being more expensive at # 68,870, and offering a little less standard kit, its feeling
of luxury and
quality cabin elevate its talents and it bests the 7 - series on all but dynamics.
As Phil mentioned, the
cabin lacks the material
quality and style
of the vehicles it is trying to emulate, but it's still a very nice place to spend time.
And although boldly styled, the
cabin still lacks the
quality feeling
of the Golf GTI.
There's a chasmic difference in their
cabins, too, for whereas the M235i's interior is restrained and the materials
of good
quality, the Mustang's is over-stylised to the point
of pastiche — the speedo reads «Ground Speed», for heaven's sake — and many
of the plastics are hard and scratchy.
Cabin Quality The cabin features overlapping layers and splashes of upscale stitched vinyl here and there — a welcome improvement over the Toyota Camry - grade molded faux stitching in the Lexu
Cabin Quality The
cabin features overlapping layers and splashes of upscale stitched vinyl here and there — a welcome improvement over the Toyota Camry - grade molded faux stitching in the Lexu
cabin features overlapping layers and splashes
of upscale stitched vinyl here and there — a welcome improvement over the Toyota Camry - grade molded faux stitching in the Lexus ES.
We have every reason to believe that the new Bentley SUV's interior will exude every bit
of quality and craftsmanship we've enjoyed in other Bentley models, but our spy shots provide only limited views
of the
cabin.
And the Boxster's other
qualities remain intact: a rigid structure, a solid - feeling
cabin with a 918 - style 360 mm steering wheel, and in GTS models, lashings
of touchy - feely Alcantara.
Elsewhere on the integrated frame and body, engineers gave the 2011 Charger more sound - deadening foam, a smoothed underbody, triple seals on the doors, and acoustic wheel well liners in the pursuit
of improving
cabin sound
quality.
However, both
of those rivals offer more modern powertrains and better
quality cabins.
The Audi in particular feels about two or three generations ahead in terms
of quality,
cabin design and technology (and the Spider is coming).
Those pounding up and down the motorway are less likely to discover these shortcomings, and for them the excellent
cabin quality and design, hushed engines, absence
of wind noise and strong performance will all be enough to justify the purchase — but Audi can, and should, do better for one
of its most desirable models.
With all - wheel drive, a Premium Plus package and a few miscellaneous options, my version's $ 53,845 as - tested price focused most
of the A6's optional equipment inside the well - appointed and high -
quality cabin.
Its drivability is equal to run -
of - the - mill compact SUVs by automakers from Toyota to Ford, but
cabin quality is a step above, and shoppers who want the driving height
of an SUV with the parking dimensions
of a compact have found their niche.
The result is greater interior space, while a dashboard re-trim in Nappa leather and a technical fabric ensures the
cabin still meets the
quality standards
of the regular car.
An air suspension might conjure up thoughts
of pillow - soft ride
quality, but that's not what the Bentayga provides; the ride is relatively firm, and small imperfections like cracks or bumps are transmitted to the
cabin, making the ride feel busy at times.
The twisty, narrow roads
of Northamptonshire probably aren't the ideal Rolls - Royce driving environment but equally, the county's bumps should be little match for the Wraith's hushed
cabin and pillowy ride
quality.
The
cabin doesn't quite have the over-engineered
quality that defined certain German cars
of the late»80s, but compared with a Ford or Vauxhall
of the era it's in a different league.
Ambient lighting, an aluminium three - spoke steering wheel and TFT display give the
cabin an ambience
of considered
quality.
There's also the less racy, but still very welcome, VW group sense
of supreme
quality throughout the
cabin, with nicely weighted buttons and sturdy surfaces.
I purchased my 2014 in Feb this year, and was surprised at the poor build
quality, A very plastic steering wheel poorly trimmed seats and a headliner that started to hang after one week, a seat - belt that didn't work out
of the factory and paint peeling
of the front bumper, Oh yes, Loud
cabin (engine noise) Now it does have its good side, Great road holding and accurate breaks, This car will give you over 30 mpg, I drive it hard, Just install a K&N filter and its good, Nice try ford but no cigar, I payed my $ 22k and could have done much better and got more for my money,,