====== EXPERTS ARE SAYING: explains Overall, the 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek's combination of all - wheel drive, wagonlike characteristics and enhanced off -
road ability make it rather distinctive in the compact crossover class..
Not exact matches
He is far from alone: It reminded me of the common mistakes I see founders
make at the start that hinder their
ability to grow or sell down the
road.
«It's also giving the
ability to
make the
roads more efficient, having cars operate faster... closer together,» he added.
Tony Romo thumbed his nose at those that would question his
ability to
make big plays late in games, leading the Cowboys on a seven - play, 80 - yard touchdown drive to give the Cowboys a huge win on the
road against the Giants.
Of the 17 races on the 2018 calendar, six take place on ovals, six on
road course, and five on street courses,
making IndyCar perhaps the truest test of driver
abilities of any championship in the world.
Players must
make tough decisions about the most efficient path, depending on their off -
road abilities and which of the 70 available vehicles they have selected.
The
road trip to try and break out little Dennisovitch's (actually named Dennis by his parents but the Count
makes it more...vampire - ish) vampire
abilities gives us some nice moments.
«The innovation that begins in these schools are not only
making college a possibility for the students, but also gives them the
ability to start down that
road while in high school,» said Teasley.
It's
making a car go that fast yet possess the polish and finesse to work as a
road car that takes time, commitment and a rare
ability to sweat over the details.
The new car's
ability to transfer its 316bhp to the
road through its front wheels only, its sophisticated chassis that manages to blend comfort with ultimate control and one of the best gear changes of any car on sale, all offset its scary and exuberant looks to
make it a best in class.
The GX 460's full - time four - wheel drive and
ability to tow up to 6,500 pounds (when properly equipped)
makes me think this SUV is better suited for the adventurous, off -
road, camping family than the one that uses it as a daily urban or suburban crawler.
The original Ford F - 150 Raptor
made a name for itself with mighty off -
road capabilities, including the
ability to fly across open desert terrain at absurd speeds.
In theory, the steering - wheel - mounted controls should at least offer the
ability to
make inputs while keeping eyes on the
road, but nearly all functions — even simple map scrolling — are locked out while the car is in motion.
Millen's skill behind the wheel and Gelsomino's rock - steady, WRC - proven pace notes combine to
make a force that would likely put any car they were in at the front of the field — the RAV4's strongest asset is actually parallel to the
road - going car's: the
ability to just get out of the way, to fade into the background.
Only 19 were
made and despite a lack of pace in its period, its beauty and
ability as a dual - purpose
road - racer
make it hugely desirable today.
The arrow - straight and heavily patrolled
roads around Las Vegas were not the perfect setting for Richard Meaden to
make his first acquaintance with Audi's then - new baby supercar back in 2007, but they revealed enough about it for Dickie to conclude that the R8's «dynamic
ability and mouth - watering desirability» would be enough to rattle Porsche.
Does that
make the GLS63 a relative bargain, with its two extra seats, capacious cargo space, and mild off -
road ability?
The chassis felt confused, as if it was trying to spread its
abilities too thinly; there wasn't the control and resistance to body roll to
make it feel truly competent on the
road, and the ride was only comfortable when the
road surface wasn't too rough.
While the Grand Wagoneer will retain some off -
roading ability, officials freely admit its increased size will
make it less ready for Moab than the brand's other trail - rated vehicles.
Our most innovative INFINITI yet was carefully designed to enhance your natural
abilities,
making you feel heroic on and off the
road.
Handling is tight, with the optional all - wheel - drive
making the Journey a standout for
road handling
abilities.
When it comes to hardcore hot hatches, Renaultsport has an enviable reputation built on a consistent
ability to
make cars that are brilliant to drive on
road and track.
The hard work and abuse from rough
roads are hard on the Cadillac coil springs, causing a gradual decline in their
ability to perform their function,
making periodic replacement necessary.
If you need the
ability to venture off -
road, a Land Rover Discovery Sport or Jeep Grand Cherokee
makes a better choice.
Its breadth of
ability is remarkable,
making it far more accessible and easier to drive both on track and on the
road than the Carrera GT.
Although the new Countryman retains many of the features that have
made the Mini name popular throughout its history, the new vehicle offers several innovations, including a stronger focus on off -
road ability.
The Jeep lineup's flagship SUV, it offers a rugged design with solid off -
roading abilities that are
made only better by a selection of powertrains that include some of the most powerful engines available in an SUV.
The Korean -
made car has room for two adults and two young children and it handles tautly, with good cornering
ability and stability — even, as I discovered, in strong crosswinds on the open
road.
The new Jeep Wrangler is also designed for more on -
road experiences,
making it more comfortable and convenient than ever without sacrificing its off -
road abilities.
Its generous interior and powerful engine
make it perfect for a family who loves
road trips, and its towing
abilities let you bring along everything you need with ease.
Whereas most other new SUVs are based on sedans and prioritize fuel economy and comfortable
road manners over off -
road ability, Wranglers are
made to answer the call of the wild.
But its vehicles all share a common characteristic: the
ability to
make drivers feel gloriously connected to the
road.
Well, yes, the Range Rover Sport is a performance model by Land Rover Standards, but its real
abilities lie in
making a Range Rover handle well and go well on
road, rather than have anything approaching the performance of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo or the BMW X5M.
However, how all - season tires are
made can be concerning; manufacturers reduce the tire's
ability to grip wet
roads in order to improve its traction in snow.
Ford wasn't expecting to sell many copies of the F - 150 SVT Raptor when the souped - up pickup was introduced for the 2010 model year, but the truck's combination of off -
road ability and reasonable on -
road manners have
made it a surprise hit.
The low base price offers the
ability to customize your Jeep, and the more than 30 safety and security features that pack the 2017 Jeep Patriot will
make you feel just as secure on the
road as on the trail.
But for reasons I can't explain, BMWs still feel like BMWs, unmatched for
road feel and the
ability to offer both a comfortable ride on the highway, but still
make you feel like you last name is Andretti on winding backroads.
OFF -
ROAD ABILITY: I
made the point earlier that this is definitely a «car,» whether Jeep wants to officially call it that in its marketing or not.
In turn, the stiffer body and wheels have enabled Kia engineers to
make subtle changes to the car's suspension geometry to further isolate vibrations and
road noise without compromising the car's dynamic
abilities.
The Range Rover also has exceptional off -
road abilities - another reason why this luxury car
makes a unique case for itself.
Though there's little to find fault with when it comes to the car's
road - holding
ability, the Ford Edge does let that area slide a bit as a result of the slightly vague and imprecise steering, which
makes it a bit tricky at times to confidently place the vehicle where you want it on the
road.
A remote touch screen gives the driver the
ability to
make adjustments to any car controls without the need to move and shift their line of sight from the
road.
So if you are after a well - built traditional SUV with a genuine off -
road ability instead of a glitzy and unashamedly
road - focused SUV, the new Discovery
makes for a worthy choice.
As before, the F - 150 SVT Raptor is 7 inches wider than a base F - 150 to
make room for the additional suspension components that give Raptor its off -
road abilities.
The BMW Z4 is also renowned for its
ability to combine small roadster performance with a hint of GT luxury,
making it adept at longer
road trips as well as the occasional track day.
Its exclusive features
make the most of the Cherokee's off -
road abilities, and that's the main reason to buy a Cherokee instead of another crossover.
At the same time, few current models can lay claim to the simplicity and go - anywhere ruggedness that has
made the 70 Series so iconic in the Aussie bush, where parts availability and the
ability to fix problems on the side of the
road are paramount.
Underneath, the F - Type is supported by a double - wishbone front and rear suspension with adjustable settings that allows the driver to select from 25 different suspension programs,
making the car suitable for any
road conditions or driving
ability.
If you need less off -
road ability and more on
road comfort, the Honda Ridgeline might
make a better choice.
Available in more than 190 countries worldwide, the most of all existing Toyota models, the Land Cruiser's unrivalled off -
road abilities have earned it a rock - solid reputation as one of the world's toughest and most reliable 4x4s, and
made it the segment sales leader in more than 10 European countries.