Equipped with the optional Sport package (which includes
performance suspension tuning, 17 - inch wheels and tires, sport seats, foglamps, heated mirrors and washer jets and a multi-function steering wheel with cruise control), our test wagon hugged the twisties like flypaper, keeping the vehicle pointed in the right direction when pushed hard, thanks to the standard traction and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC).
The 300S, which also features
performance suspension tuning, is expected to garner 45 % of sales in Canada, leaving the remaining 55 % to be divvied up between the base Touring and the more luxury - oriented 300C and 300C Platinum grades.
Not exact matches
Since F1 cars and NASCARs do a lot of accelerating, braking and steering, their
performance will benefit from a properly
tuned suspension.
Off - road
performance is also an upgrade with more ground clearance and
tuned suspension.
The package also includes Magnetic Ride Control, GM's adaptive
suspension, but it's
tuned specifically for sportier
performance characteristics instead of the standard MRC's comfort skew available on Premier trim trucks.
In fact, production cars have their
suspensions tuned at the factory for some kind of compromise between comfort and
performance.
The only thing that distances the high -
performance Focus from real greatness is some fine -
tuning — in particular, we'd like to see the computer - controlled cleverness scaled back in favor of a more homogenous steering and
suspension setup.
With the Mustang EcoBoost's 19 - inch Pirelli summer -
performance tires on black wheels, heavy - duty brakes, and unique
suspension tuning, the whole package is a must - have for anyone like us who has track - day aspirations.
With its turbocharged engine
tuned to deliver even more power than the standard JCW (which is rated at 208 hp for 2013), an adjustable GP - specific
suspension, «race - spec» brakes, unique aerodynamic aids, and high -
performance tires, the new GP achieves Mini's best - ever Nuerburgring time of 8:23 (besting the previous GP by nearly nineteen seconds).
The AMG Adaptive
Performance suspension has been stiffened up with a more aggressive spring / damper
tuning, rounding out the SLS» upgrades under the skin.
Performance trims gain a few mechanical enhancements, like different suspension tuning, performance brake linings, magnetic ride control, and a limited - slip rear di
Performance trims gain a few mechanical enhancements, like different
suspension tuning,
performance brake linings, magnetic ride control, and a limited - slip rear di
performance brake linings, magnetic ride control, and a limited - slip rear differential.
The non-
Performance Pack Corsa VXR is still a capable small hot hatch, but stripped of the LSD, bigger brakes and the firmer
suspension tune it's frustrating at the point where the
Performance Pack model really comes alive.
Toyota has also changed the
suspension spring rates and damper
tuning for the 2017 86; the company says the changes result in «enhanced control and agile
performance.»
To bolster its
performance credentials, the Focus ST also has an updated
suspension with different
tuning that Ford claims will make for a sharper driving experience.
The heart of the GTI is its
performance and
suspension tuning that makes it one of those cars that is fun to toss around the corners.
It also is equipped with AMG
Performance 4MATIC all - wheel drive; AMG -
tuned steering, AMG braking system, and AMG Sport
Suspension, which are standard on the new model.
The steering, overall
suspension tuning and general handling balance haven't been exactly class leading with
performance Volvo models.
Though it may be a stretch to call a 5700 - lb luxury sedan «sporty,» the Bentley Mulsanne Birkin Edition is based on the large sedan's
performance - oriented Mulliner Driving Specification, which has slightly firmer
suspension tuning and adds a «Sport» mode, along with special quilted leather inside and some other slightly different interior trim compared with the standard Mulsanne.
Koba hinted that a similar engine could be used in a
performance - oriented C - HR along with improved
suspension tuning, brakes, and steering.
Sharp - looking 21 - inch wheels wrap around 275/35 tires, and the S8's adaptive air
suspension and dynamic steering systems receive different
tuning for the highest -
performance S8.
Until then, we'll just have to keep lusting after its amped up
performance, reduced weight, and
tuned - up
suspension.
The body roll would likely be minimized with the optional
performance package's sport -
tuned suspension and Bilstein shocks (only offered on Touring and Grand Touring cars.)
The 2004 Mazdaspeed Miata package is quite fabulous as is, with its newly turbocharged, 178 - horsepower engine (that's 25 percent more than the base car),
tuned suspension (larger front and rear antiroll bars, stiffer springs,
tuned Bilstein dampers, lowered ride height, and retuned engine mounts), quickened steering response, and striking five - spoke Racing Hart alloy wheels wrapped in Toyo Proxes R28 P205 / 40R -17 high -
performance unidirectional tires.
The Dynamic and
Performance packages are included as standard, lowering the car's ride height by 0.4 inch, and adding unique
suspension tuning, a larger rear wing, a rear diffuser, new side skirts, and 20 - inch wheels.
The
tuned GLI is also fitted with H&R
suspension upgrades including
performance lowering springs and upgraded front and rear sway bars.
The
suspension also is
tuned for stronger
performance and in back there's a unique lower control arm arrangement to aid handling.
Performance Pack with 3.73 gears, Forgeline wheels with new Michelin tires, full Steeda
suspension with adjustable shocks, custom front grille and splitter, Steeda
tune and intake.
In addition to the $ 2950 Sport package (
suspension tuning, five - spoke wheels with
performance tires, leather, sport seats), our car had an integrated phone, a ski sack, and metallic paint, for a total of $ 43,390.
A NISMO -
tuned suspension features structural reinforcements to the chassis for enhanced dynamic
performance.
Available with either a six - speed manual or the new six - speed Sport A / T, the RX - 8 Shinka Special Edition features an upgraded and uniquely
tuned suspension with uprated shock absorbers and urethane - filled cross-member supports for increased
performance and ride comfort.
2016, 2016, At the 500 Sport level, you don't get all the extras of the Lounge trim, but you do get a long list of
performance - related upgrades, such as a stiffer sport -
tuned suspension, a sport exhaust, firmer steering calibration, red - painted brake calipers, fog lamps, additional cladding and aerodynamic bodywork, plus sport - styled seating and a sport steering wheel.
Set to go on sale in spring of 2012, the IPL G Convertible becomes the second vehicle in the Infiniti
Performance Line models offering special aerodynamic styling pieces, performance from the IPL - tuned V6, exhaust, suspension, 19 - inch IPL
Performance Line models offering special aerodynamic styling pieces,
performance from the IPL - tuned V6, exhaust, suspension, 19 - inch IPL
performance from the IPL -
tuned V6, exhaust,
suspension, 19 - inch IPL wheels,...
The FIAT 500 Abarth offers
performance suspension, Abarth -
tuned dual exhaust, high - flow air intake system, race - inspired bucket seats, and a flat - bottom leather - wrapped steering wheel.
The Sonic RS also features a
tuned suspension setup, with lowered ride height, stiffer springs and
performance -
tuned dampers.
2002 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 ELECTRON BLUE METALLIC POWERTRAIN / CHASSIS 5.7 L V8 SEQUENTIAL FUEL INJECTION 6 - SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION ACTIVE HANDLING TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM 4 WHEEL INDEPENDENT
SUSPENSION DISC BRAKES FRONT AND REAR POWER RACK AND PINION LIMITED SLIP REAR DIFFERENTIAL SAFETY / SECURITY DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS 4 WHEEL ANTI LOCK BRAKES REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY ANTI THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM WITH ALARM EXTERIOR POWER HEATED MIRRORS RETRACTABLE HEADLAMPS DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS INTERIOR BOSE STEREO DUAL ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH DRIVER INFORMATION AND HEADS UP DISPLAY CRUISE CONTROL INTERMITTENT WIPERS BLACK LEATHER TILT LEATHER STEERING WHEEL POWER SEATS POWER DOOR LOCKS REAR WINDOW DEFROST REMOTE TRUNK LID APPEARANCE ADD ONS 600 WATT KICKER AMP AND 10» SUB WITH VARIABLE BASE 5 % WINDOW TINT CHROME Z06 WHEELS CUSTOM PAINTED FUEL RAIL COVERS AND ENGINE BAY STAINLESS EXHAUST ENHANCER PLATE WITH CORVETTE LOGO CUSTOM LLOYDS FLOOR MATS REAR PARTITION WITH Z06 LOGO SYLVANIA SILVERSTAR HEADLAMP BULBS
PERFORMANCE MODS BLACKWING COLD AIR INTAKE CARBON FIBER AIR BRIDGE AND HIGH FLOW AIR COUPLER PORTED AND POLISHED THROTTLE BODY UNDERDRIVE CRANK PULLEY COMP CAMSHAFT 230/232 DURATION - 572/574 LIFT - 112LSA LS6 TIMING CHAIN HARDENED PUSH RODS COMP 918 VALVE SPRINGS WITH TITANIUM LOCKS AND RETAINERS 36 LB FUEL INJECTORS FLP STAINLESS LONG TUBE HEADERS THAT HAVE BEEN CERAMIC COATED FLP INTERMEDIATE PIPE WITH X-PIPE FLP MODULAR CATALYTIC CONVERTERS WITH STRAIGHT PIPE OPTION B&B CAT BACK EXHAUST CUSTOM
TUNE WITH DYNO SHEET 433.18 HP AND 398.88 TORQUE TEXTRAILA X-GRIP CLUTCH BILLET FLYWHEEL WITH ARP BOLTS KIRBAN SHORT THROW SHIFTER SKIP SHIFT ELIMINATOR
SUSPENSION AND BRAKES GM T1 RACING SWAY BARS WITH ADJUSTABLE END LINKS GM T1 RACING SHOCKS STAINLESS STEEL TUNNEL PLATE SLOTTED AND DRILLED ROTORS STEEL BRAIDED BRAKE LINES This car runs great and is a blast to drive.
For 2016, when it is equipped with the optional V - 8 engine, the Chrysler 300 also gains a stiffer sport
suspension and
performance -
tuned steering in addition to upgraded brakes and a revised rear axle.
Pursuit - rated hardware:
performance -
tuned suspension, load - leveling NIVOMAT shocks, 14.5 - inch front and 13.8 - inch rear pursuit - rated brake package, front - and rear - stabilizer bars, 18 - inch
performance tires on steel wheels and two - mode electronic stability control (ESC)
The R3 was a high -
performance variant that featured 19 - inch wheels, an aggressively
tuned suspension, Recaro sport seats, exterior body modifications and some high - tech convenience features.
Ti Sport adds 20 - inch wheels, sport -
tuned suspension, 12 - way power high -
performance sport leather seats including 4 - way lumbar and power bolsters with thigh extenders, steering column - mounted aluminum paddle shifters, sport steering wheel, gloss - black window trim surround, black roof rails, aluminum sport pedals and footrest, colored brake calipers and much more
An SHO
Performance Package adds a stiffer suspension tune, performance brake pads, a sportier steering calibration, a Track Mode (and true off) for the stability control, an Alcantara (suede - like) steering wheel and 20 - inch machined - and - painted wheels with summer perform
Performance Package adds a stiffer
suspension tune,
performance brake pads, a sportier steering calibration, a Track Mode (and true off) for the stability control, an Alcantara (suede - like) steering wheel and 20 - inch machined - and - painted wheels with summer perform
performance brake pads, a sportier steering calibration, a Track Mode (and true off) for the stability control, an Alcantara (suede - like) steering wheel and 20 - inch machined - and - painted wheels with summer
performanceperformance tires.
High -
performance vehicles often have sport -
tuned suspensions, low - profile tires, and high horsepower ratings.
The TRD Sport shows off a multi-mode four - wheel - drive system, a lockable Torsen limited - slip differential, and a
performance -
tuned suspension with Bilstein shocks.
Fully independent 4 - wheel
suspension is «
performance tuned» on the WRX with MacPherson struts and steel lower
suspension arms up front and double - wishbones in the rear.
If you're seeking sport -
tuned suspension and
performance - focused aesthetics, the new A-SPEC package will speak to you.
The first truly high -
performance vehicle to be offered by Lexus, the IS - F comes equipped with a V - 8 engine, track -
tuned suspension, and unique interior and exterior styling details.
Concept car will feature a twin charger combination of supercharger and turbo, to give excellent
performance in low to high RPMs, as well as
suspension tuning to control of high - level driving stability.
alloy wheels shod with Pirelli P Zero rubber, gets its own sports
tune of the Airmatic air
suspension, high
performance brakes, a Sport + mode added to the Dynamic Select adjuster that retunes engine, transmission and
suspension among other things.
Other modifications include four - piston billet - caliper brakes with 14 - inch rotors, a lowered,
performance -
tuned suspension, 20 - inch alloy wheels and a unique audio / video entertainment system.
The Abarth
performance trim level also has a
performance suspension,
tuned exhaust, twin intercoolers, and a high - flow air intake.
It is available complete with power rack - and - pinion steering,
performance -
tuned independent front
suspension, parallel four - bar rear
suspension, and 9 - inch housing.