Unlike a lot
of drive mode selectors, the one in the Sorrento makes a noticeable difference.
It's only for PDK - equipped models, but push the little red button in the centre
of the drive mode selector and the gearbox down changes to the right gear, priming the engine for a burst of acceleration for 20 seconds.
With a twist
of the drive mode selector on the steering wheel, the GTS was primed for performance.
Instead
of a drive mode selector, the 500X has a cheeky «drive mood selector» with three different modes for engine, brakes, steering and transmission.
Not exact matches
Bentley's rotary
drive mode selector offers three different calibrations
of power assistance, throttle response, shift strategy, and ride quality: Comfort, Sport, and Bentley's own preferred setting.
With the
drive mode selector aptly named «DNA» in its sportiest setting, we take off and join the so - called Lange circuit, a long loop composed
of curvy country - road sections, dips and crests, and at least a dozen surface changes.
Use the Alfa «DNA»
drive mode selector to put the car in Dynamic instead
of Normal
mode, and you'll have a baby Ferrari on your hands that responds instantly to throttle, brake and steering inputs.
Much more visible, though, is the i - Cockpit through whose screens and
selector buttons you control the whole gamut
of safety systems, «always - on» connectivity and mirroring, sat - nav,
driving modes and more.
It's also one
of the new
drive modes for the Lamborghini, which you can see when the driver clicks the Anima
drive mode selector from Sport to Sabbia.
Should the need to suddenly pass a slow - moving Ford Transit Connect arise, simply press into the
drive -
mode selector on the steering wheel for 20 seconds
of faster throttle and steering response, eliminating the need to be constantly switching between
modes.
Also in the works are a more intuitive voice recognition system; a direct - access
drive mode selector for changing the calibration
of the powertrain, shock absorbers, and stability control; and two new lightweight compound materials named carbomite and alumite, which can fulfill structural or cosmetic functions.
You'll want to leave the chassis and suspension as soft as possible to offset the gigantic Alpina wheels and stiff Michelin Pilot Sport tires bouncing off
of road imperfections, but putting the
drive selector in Comfort +
mode achieves the same effect as giving a tiger NyQuil.
These systems can be adjusted using a
drive -
selector knob, but the addictive capabilities
of the highest Sport Plus
mode are the most enjoyable by far.
The ES has a
drive mode selector, with the choices
of eco, normal, sport, and EV
mode.
Tamburo means drum, and this accurately describes the shape
of the two semi-circular
drive mode selectors positioned on either side
of the starter button.
When fitted with the Sport Chrono pack, the Cayman S features a so - called Sport Response button in the middle
of the rotary
drive -
mode selector.
For instance, the
driving mode selector switch is part
of the gearstick assembly - rather than just being a button on the dash.
A few times, we reached for the
drive mode selector thinking it was the controller for the entertainment system, since that is the staple
of a Mercedes or BMW.
The system includes a five -
mode drive selector, 19 - inch alloys, AIRBODY CONTROL suspension, hill - descent control, off - road light function (which adds six degrees to the headlight beam and three additional watts
of power), off - road exterior and a sump shield.
With the exception
of the
drive -
mode selector, the switchgear feels expensive to the touch — and the steering wheel, in particular, is perfectly proportioned.
Variable car set - up using optional MINI
Driving Modes with rotary switch at the base of the gear or selector lever; standard setting MID mode, then SPORT and GREEN modes; GREEN mode in conjunction with Steptronic transmission includes coasting with decoupled drivet
Modes with rotary switch at the base
of the gear or
selector lever; standard setting MID
mode, then SPORT and GREEN
modes; GREEN mode in conjunction with Steptronic transmission includes coasting with decoupled drivet
modes; GREEN
mode in conjunction with Steptronic transmission includes coasting with decoupled drivetrain.
G -
Mode operates independently
of the Benz's
drive mode selector, engaging automatically when any
of the differentials are locked or the transfer case is switched into low range.
A
drive selector dial let me switch the car to one
of three
modes: Eco, Standard and Sport.
Standard on all GLC models is Mercedes - Benz's
Drive mode selector which allows the driver to adjust the behavior
of the SUV, toggling between Eco, Comfort, Sport and Sport Plus
modes with a flick.
The final two
modes are Normal, which is the baseline setting
of all vehicle systems, accessible by pushing the
drive selector like a button, and EV, which uses only battery electric power and is accessible via a separate console button.
Three different
modes offering a choice
of efficient, sporty or ultra-high performance
driving can be activated using the Drivelogic rocker switch on the gear
selector.
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Beneath it, there are plenty
of dedicated buttons to control the HVAC system — including rotary dials for the temperature with embedded displays at their center — and the large
drive mode selector.
Driving Profi le
Selector with Race
mode The
Driving Profile
Selector is a new feature
of the Golf R, a standard component
of the adaptive chassis control fitted to the hot Golf.
[76] The steering wheel comes with a
mode selector switch that includes a selection
of Sports and Sports Plus
driving modes, resulting in snappier throttle response at the cost
of fuel efficiency.
It goes without saying that the driver can select the characteristic
of the transmission and thus also the gear change via the
selector lever — from the usual
driving in
mode D to sporty
driving in
mode S up to manual gear changes in
mode M.
A rotary
drive mode selector can also be seen in one
of the spy images and the gear knob appears to have chrome trim.
An eDrive switch by the start / stop button lets you select electric - only
driving (subject to speed and battery state
of charge) while the
drive mode selector has just Comfort or EcoPro settings.
• Variable vehicle set - up using the new
Driving Modes option by means of rotary switch at the base of the gearshift or selector lever; in addition to the standard setting MID mode, the modes SPORT and GREEN can be activated; choice of mode influences the characteristic curve of the accelerator and steering, as well as the shift times of the automatic transmission and the Dynamic Damper Control where these features are fitted; GREEN mode in conjunction with automatic transmission enables coasting with decoupled drivet
Modes option by means
of rotary switch at the base
of the gearshift or
selector lever; in addition to the standard setting MID
mode, the
modes SPORT and GREEN can be activated; choice of mode influences the characteristic curve of the accelerator and steering, as well as the shift times of the automatic transmission and the Dynamic Damper Control where these features are fitted; GREEN mode in conjunction with automatic transmission enables coasting with decoupled drivet
modes SPORT and GREEN can be activated; choice
of mode influences the characteristic curve
of the accelerator and steering, as well as the shift times
of the automatic transmission and the Dynamic Damper Control where these features are fitted; GREEN
mode in conjunction with automatic transmission enables coasting with decoupled drivetrain.
It was easy to leave the S - Class»
drive mode selector in its most aggressive Dynamic setting for much
of the day — it's still a comfortable ride when all firmed up and sharpened — but I also had a very smooth Comfort setting, a fuel - saving Eco setting and a very interesting Curve setting to choose from.
The driver's controls are similarly well thought out, with a roller to select
driving mode, a rocker switch to turn the car off and on, and the option
of a Swedish crystal gear
selector.
Sport trim costs # 1,500 or so on top
of SE, and offers extra exterior and interior detailing, such as dark chrome exhaust pipes and ambient lighting - as well as a
driving mode Selector, with ECO PRO, Comfort, Sport and Sport + settings.
, Tow / haul
mode selector, instrument panel - mounted, Tires, rear LT245 / 75R16E all - season, blackwall, Tires, front LT245 / 75R16E all - season, blackwall, Tire, spare LT245 / 75R16E all - season, blackwall located at rear underbody
of vehicle, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (does not apply to spare tire), Theft - deterrent system, vehicle, PASS - Key III, Suspension, rear hypoid
drive axle with multi-leaf springs.
We are able to change the focus
of the suspension from a comfort - biased ride to one which offers more dynamic responses, by placing the electronically adjustable shock absorbers in either Sport or Sport +
modes (adjusted via the
Drive Mode
Selector), providing firmer damping control for more agile handling.
Cruise control + speed limiter,
Drive mode selector, Front and rear parking sensors with rear parking camera, Push button starter,R - Link Multimedia System with 7» touch screen; Tom Tom Navigation and Bluetooth system, Smartphone cradle, Trip computer, Variable power assisted steering,Aux - in socket, DAB Digital radio, Renault bass reflex system, Anthracite front bumper insert, Automatic headlights + automatic windscreen wipers, Black headlamp surrounds, Body colour door protectors with chrome insert, Body coloured bumpers, Body coloured side skirts, Electric adjustable door mirrors, Electric folding door mirrors, Electric front windows + one touch + anti-pinch, Electric rear windows, Extra tinted glass on rear windows + tailgate, Front fog lamps, Gloss black door mirrors, Heated door mirrors, LED daytime running lights, LED Headlights, Rear wiper, Renaultsport kick plates, Renaultsport rear spoiler, Silver boot lid strip finisher, Silver front grille strips, Silver side door inserts, Twin chromed exhaust pipes, Variable front intermittent wipers, 12 V Accessory socket, 3 rear height adjustable headrests, 60 / 40 split rear seats, Aluminium foot pedals, Chrome gear knob insert, Chrome interior door handles, Driver's seat height adjustment, Front cupholders, Front door storage bin, Glovebox, Height adjustable front headrests, Height / reach adjust steering wheel, Isofix system on outer rear seats, Leather gearshift / handbrake with red stitching, LED interior lighting; vanity mirror and electrochrome rear view mirror, Multi function steering wheel, Pollen filter, Renaultsport leather steering wheel with stitched red centre band, System for Restraint and Protection SRP - front seats, Climate pack - Clio, 3 point rear seatbelts x3,Anti - lock Brake System + Electronic Brakeforce Distribution + Brake assist, Driver and passenger front and side airbag deactivation, Driver / Front Passenger airbags, Driver / front passenger side airbags, Electronic Stability Programme + Traction control + Understeer control, Front side airbags (head + thorax), Height adjustable driver's seatbelt, Hill start assist, Seatbelt warning, Tyre pressure warning,Anti - drill door locks, Child lock control
of rear doors and windows, Deadlocking system, Hands free Renault card, Locking fuel filler cap, RAID (Renault Anti-Intruder Device), Remote central locking, Thatcham Category 2 engine immobiliser, Launch control, Trophy chassis + black insert and red calipers, Dark carbon soft touch dashboard, Gloss black air vent surround with red insert, 18» Renault sport black alloy wheel, Tyre inflation kit
When you start the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, it defaults to E-Power
drive mode, indicated by a light under the «E» in the 12 o'clock position
of the
drive selector dial on the steering wheel.
Cruise control + speed limiter,
Drive mode selector, Push button starter, Smartphone cradle, Trip computer, Variable PAS, Aux - in socket, Anthracite front bumper insert, Automatic headlights + automatic windscreen wipers, Black headlamp surrounds, Body colour door protectors with chrome insert, Body coloured bumpers, Body coloured side skirts, Electric adjustable door mirrors, Electric folding door mirrors, Electric front windows + one touch + anti-pinch, Electric rear windows, Front fog lamps, Gloss black door mirrors, Heated door mirrors, LED daytime running lights, LED Headlights, Rear wiper, Renaultsport kick plates, Renaultsport rear spoiler, Silver boot lid strip finisher, Silver front grille strips, Silver side door inserts, Twin chromed exhaust pipes, Variable front intermittent wipers, 12V Accessory socket, 3 rear height adjustable headrests, 60/40 split rear seats, Aluminium foot pedals, Chrome gear knob insert, Chrome interior door handles, Driver's seat height adjustment, Front cupholders, Front door storage bin, Glovebox, Height adjustable front headrests, Height / reach adjust steering wheel, Isofix system on outer rear seats, Leather gearshift / handbrake with red stitching, LED interior lighting, vanity mirror and electrochrome rear view mirror, Multi function steering wheel, Pollen filter, Renaultsport leather steering wheel with stitched red centre band, System for Restraint and Protection SRP - front seats, Climate pack - Clio, Techno Pack - Clio Hatchback, 3 point rear seatbelts x3, ABS+EBD+B rake assist, Driver and passenger front and side airbag deactivation, Driver / Front Passenger airbags, Driver / front passenger side airbags, Electronic stability control, ESP + Traction control + Understeer control, Front side airbags (head + thorax), Height adjustable driver's seatbelt, Hill start assist, Seatbelt warning, Tyre pressure warning, Anti-drill door locks, Child lock control
of rear doors and windows, Deadlocking system, Hands free Renault card, Locking fuel filler cap, RAID (Renault Anti-Intruder Device), Remote central locking, Thatcham Cat 2 engine immobiliser, Launch control, Trophy chassis + black insert and red calipers, Dark carbon soft touch dashboard, Gloss black air vent surround with red insert, 18» Renault sport black alloy wheel, Tyre inflation kit
A button in the center
of the
mode selector can dial back the stability control system for competitive
driving.
A specific evolution
of the Alfa DNA
selector has been developed for Alfa Romeo 4C, which not only features the three standard settings available on other models in the range — Dynamic, Natural and All Weather — but also a fourth
mode: «Race», designed to enhance the
driving experience on a racetrack even further.
The cabin layout features chunky rotary controls and solid switches, plus a rotary gear
selector and a bank
of buttons to select the assorted
drive modes for the Terrain Response system.
You can't just push the ignition switch and back out
of the driveway until you've learned how to move the gear
selector: Depress a button on the side then push forward for reverse, pull all the way back for
Drive, pull back a second time for Sport
Drive mode, and press a button at the base
of the shifter for Park.
It has a fresh suspension system that's tuned for everyday
driving and track use via the
drive mode selector, variable damper control, impressive performance credentials, and a top speed
of 189 mph if you opt for the M Driver's Package.
The PHEV has a
drive mode selector for eco, normal and sport changing the mapping and in the case
of «sport,» the steering is optimized as well.
The Mégane Iconic versions provide the following on top
of the Play trim level: 17 - inch «Florida» diamond - cut alloy wheels, Multi-Sense system providing
driving mode selector and ambient lighting choices, R - LINK2 multimedia system with seven - inch touchscreen with TomTom LIVE sat - nav and Western European mapping, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, electronic parking brake, rear parking sensors, lane departure warning, traffic sign recognition, automatic high / low beam, electrically adjustable, heated and folding door mirrors, seven - inch TFT screen in place
of traditional speedometer and Arkamys 3D sound with 4x35W speakers.
The car also utilizes an adaptive shifting
mode selector (with four settings) in conjunction with an adaptive handling
mode selector (with two settings) to accommodate the needs
of the driver in virtually any
driving condition.