Sentences with phrase «optional adaptive dampers»

That said, the must - have optional adaptive dampers give a surprisingly forgiving ride on all but the most broken surfaces.

The new Octavia is probably better with optional adaptive dampers fitted and the larger touchscreen aboard (and therefore perhaps more likeable in higher trim levels with the more powerful engines) but, truth be told, it occupies the same place in our affection as it ever did, even with gawky lights.

Thanks to our tester's optional adaptive damper setup, it proved supremely comfortable in Comfort mode, a mode which you should never take it out of as any extra stiffness only makes the driving experience worse.

The sports suspension on Cooper S and JCW stiffens and lowers the car noticeably, though optional adaptive dampers help because they let you toggle between a comfort and sports setting — pricey though they are.

Optional adaptive dampers allow the driver to choose between Comfort, Normal and Sport modes to either make things more comfortable or reduce body lean in corners.

Grip is also plentiful, and the # 600 optional adaptive dampers deliver decent body control in their sportiest setting.

Our test car was fitted with optional adaptive dampers and selecting Sport to stiffen them does remove some of the body lean.

Even on larger 19 - inch wheels, it's nearly impossible to beat the optional adaptive dampers into submission.

The optional adaptive dampers soak up bumps that would send a shudder through the M4 and C63.

> Ride and handling - Lacks the fun factor of some rivals, but previously - punishing ride quality has recently been improved with optional adaptive dampers.

The chassis — tuned to be a little firmer than other Skodas - balances grip, roll, and ride comfort respectably, particularly with the optional adaptive dampers (DCC), but offers no enjoyment.

For those who like to take the long way home, we recommend the optional adaptive dampers to tighten things right up.

Option number three is the optional adaptive damper system, PASM, which lets you choose between normal and sport calibration.

Aiding the G - Class's off - road performance is what Mercedes calls «G - Mode,» an electronic program that optimizes the steering, throttle mapping, optional adaptive dampers, and transmission programming for off - road use.

«Lacks the fun factor of some rivals, but previously - punishing ride quality has recently been improved with optional adaptive dampers.

Just like any other Golf, the top - of - the - range diesel model is comfortable on all but the roughest surfaces, and if you specify the optional adaptive dampers, you can tune the suspension to feel softer or sportier using a button on the dashboard.

With optional adaptive dampers, a 10 - speed automatic gearbox, a trick exhaust and - shock horror - a digital dash, it's clear the 2018 Mustang has been moved on quite far in terms of tech.

Yes, it has the advantage of being an adaptive setup with multiple modes («our» RS3 doesn't have the optional adaptive dampers fitted, and you can't even option anything like that on the BMW), but even in the hardcore Race mode, it has a wonderful compliancy that neither the overly - bouncy M2 or the slightly too hard RS3 manage.

Our initial impression is that the optional adaptive dampers do a better job of isolating road imperfections than the standard configuration.

Drivers can use the four modes of Audi drive select to have various systems adjust to their individual driving style; these include engine management and the optional adaptive dampers.

The optional adaptive dampers are worth having; they allow you to choose between a firm setting for improved control on twisty roads or a more supple mode for greater comfort.

If you spec the larger 19 or 20 - inch wheels you might find tyre roar is an issue, but with the optional adaptive dampers the Cayman remains unflustered.

It now features standard twin - tube adaptive dampers — as opposed to the sedan's monotube setup with optional adaptive dampers.

Even without the optional adaptive dampers that can only be fitted to top - spec models, the Audi A4 rides beautifully over bumps in the road, whilst still maintaining good body control so the car doesn't bob up and down over uneven surfaces.

Mini Driving Modes add Sport and Green variations to the transmission and optional adaptive dampers.

An F - Sport package will be available and include a number of visual tweaks, revised springs and anti-roll bars, and optional adaptive dampers.

Fitting the optional adaptive dampers is a must.

If you add the optional adaptive dampers, you'll be able to choose between Tour, Normal and Sport modes, which offer a soft, balanced and sporty ride respectively.

Our tester had the optional adaptive dampers which when slackened off give a surprisingly plush ride.

We've only tried Caymans equipped with optional adaptive dampers (called Porsche Active Suspension Management, or PASM) and 20 mm lowered sports suspension.

Add the optional adaptive dampers, and it'll be as engaging to drive as M Sport cars.

Optional adaptive dampers and an air suspension system at the rear axle make for a comfortable ride that gets formidable on a winding road.

All occupants are likely to complain about the overly firm ride, too, unless you specify the optional adaptive dampers.

BMW could also only manage one vehicle specification, including an optional eight - speed automatic transmission, optional adaptive dampers, optional Variable Sport Steering, and wheels and tyres that won't be a part of the UK sales offering.

It's a reasonable trade - off for the enhanced comfort it offers, but if you spec the optional adaptive dampers and select the Sport mode the GT gets pretty close to the 3 Series Sedan dynamically.

But for a truly plush ride quality, the optional adaptive dampers are a must - have (albeit a $ 1,100 option).

What's more, the G500 is available with optional adaptive dampers that offer driver - selectable Sport and Comfort modes.

Our 35t test car had optional adaptive dampers (standard for S) and lulling, well - controlled vertical movements characterized the supple ride at 70 mph — it's more pillowy than the 2.0 D Sport's passive dampers, that set - up being is special order only in the U.S.

Optional adaptive dampers can be had which offer 3 modes, Normal, Sport, and Comfort, which provide detectable differences in the ride comfort, albeit not by much.

In addition, Buick's official web site says the ride quality of 2017 LaCrosse has been upgraded thanks to a revised suspension design and optional adaptive dampers.

One highlight of the whole package, at least one featuring the optional adaptive dampers, was ride comfort which is close to what you remember French cars of old to be like.

In addition to the optional adaptive dampers, all models get new shock absorbers, a new cross-axis joint at the rear and new stabiliser bars.

However, one issue with the 5 Series is that cars without the optional adaptive dampers don't offer the same excellent ride - and - handling balance.

A fifth mode, comfort, is added in combination with optional adaptive dampers, or «dynamic damping control,» as Volkswagen prefers to call it.

However, they've all tested the cars with the optional adaptive dampers and variable ratio steering, so maybe the standard fixed suspension and steering might serve better as a perfect solution.

The redesigned front - and rear - five - link suspension setup allows for flat cornering and good ride control over pavement imperfections, even with the optional adaptive dampers set to Sport using Audi Drive Select.

As always, we'd suggest sticking to smaller wheels if you are looking for the best ride, although from our experience with the Giulia, we suspect that fitting optional adaptive dampers will have an even greater impact on passenger comfort (we have yet to test this system on the Stelvio).

All in all, it's an incredible achievement that, even without the optional adaptive dampers that come with the top «Premium» trim package, makes the Cadillac ATS easily one of the most pleasant cars to drive in this class.

Those 19s, for example, provide an inescapably firm ride even in the optional adaptive dampers» Comfort setting.

What I can't cope with is the optional adaptive dampers.