VEHICLE REVIEWS Edmunds.com explains From
its sporty driving character to its refined ride and cabin, the 2016 BMW 3 Series is exceptionally well rounded.
Everything just feels overly heavy or taut without the tradeoff of getting
a sporty driving character.
Whether you're drawn to
its sporty driving character or its high - end cabin it's one of our favorites in this class.
The redesigned MDX delivers
a sporty driving character, a high level of cabin refinement, and a fine selection of high - tech features, along with the expected passenger - and cargo utility of a 7 - passenger crossover SUV.
The MDX delivers
a sporty driving character, a high level of cabin refinement, and a fine selection of high - tech features, along with the expected passenger - and cargo utility of a 7 - passenger crossover SUV.
The 2014 MDX will also feature an all - new, more rigid and lightweight chassis, including new front and rear suspension designs that deliver a more refined, confidence - inspiring, and
sporty driving character.
The objective was to regain the essence of Civic as a car with a distinctive
sporty driving character.
It also boasts a new Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with manual mode, tuned specifically for Maxima's
sporty driving character.
All 2009 Maximas come equipped with a revised Xtronic CVT with manual mode, tuned specifically for Maxima's
sporty driving character.
Whether youre drawn to
its sporty driving character or its high - end cabin, its one of our favorites in this class.»
The Dart is based on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta from Chrysler parent company Fiat, which is already winning praise in Europe for its sleek design and
sporty driving character.
Like many of its Mazda brethren, what the 3 lacks in interior amenities and breakthrough styling it makes up for with
sporty driving character.
It can't match the Camry in power or fuel economy, though, and doesn't have the Camry's rear side airbags, automatic high beams,
sporty driving character, or standout reliability record.
It costs more than the Camry LE, though, and it can't match the Camry's power, fuel economy, reliability track record, and
sporty driving character.
EXPERTS ARE SAYING: Edmunds.com explains From
its sporty driving character to its refined ride and cabin, the 2016 BMW 3 Series is exceptionally well rounded.
Why Edmunds Recommends the 2017 Mini Cooper: Unique style,
sporty driving character and an extensive options list make the 2017 Mini Cooper a standout among subcompacts.
EXPERTS RAVEEdmunds.com's review says From
its sporty driving character to its refined ride and cabin, the 2016 BMW 3 Series is exceptionally well rounded.
The MDX delivers
a sporty driving character, a high level of cabin refinement, and a fine selection of high - tech features, along with the expected passenger and cargo utility of a 7 - passenger crossover SUV.
It inspires confidence at every turn with great visibility, thanks to SUV ride height and
a sporty driving character.
This midsize luxury sedan is dressed to the nines for the utmost in family - friendly comfort and convenience, and its sophisticated aesthetic is balanced by
a sporty driving character for a well - rounded ride.
The S60's
sporty driving character was also enhanced at that time with firmer front and rear shock absorbers and springs.
So for the new 10th generation of the car, Honda's team started with a blank sheet of paper and threw as much engineering resource as possible at the idea of rediscovering what the firm calls «the essence of the Civic as a car with
a sporty driving character».
The S7 is all - wheel drive, has
a sporty drive character, but packs 420 hp and 406 lb - ft of torque from its force - induced V8.
Not exact matches
As you change the NSX into the either of the two
sportier drive modes, the settings for components such as the gearbox and steering take on a more flamboyant
character.
Both engines render the 2006 Nissan Altima fun to
drive and produce strong power, and its capable suspension gives the Nissan car a
sportier character than most family sedans.
«
Sporty and youthful in
character and styling, it offers unadulterated open - air
driving pleasure all year round.»
As equipped on the Corolla S, the new CVTi - S offers a SPORT mode that helps deliver a more dynamic
driving experience with software tuning that alters shift points, creating transmission behavior during acceleration that enhances the
sporty character of the S - grade.
Pros: Mini style and unique
character;
sporty driving personality; addition of plug - in - hybrid model
The High - gloss Shadow Line trim lends even greater emphasis to the unique
character of the Sports Activity Coupe and the
sporty suspension set - up raises
driving pleasure another notch.
Yes, the Mazda MX - 5 Miata is fun and
sporty to
drive, providing one of the purest man - machine interfaces available, but its lightweight
character is in large part derived from its tiny, two - seat platform.
Many large sedan shoppers will gravitate toward traditional models, like the Buick Lacrosse and Toyota Avalon — but if you're looking for some uniquely
sporty character in this class, this Maxima could be the only test
drive you'll need.
Only one year later, Mercedes revised the
drive train, which became slightly softer, without losing its original
sporty character so much appreciated by the young ones that purchased the car exactly for its design and sharp style.
As its top - of - the - line sedan, Nissan fits the updated 2009 Maxima with cabin tech handed down from its Infiniti brand, and gives it a
driving character far more
sporty than we would expect.
When
driving, the four - cylinder unit's pronouncedly
sporty character is breathtaking.
From an engineering standpoint the AMG sports models perfectly deliver on the visual promise of a
sporty character with a powerful engine, the standard - fit all - wheel
drive system with rear - biased torque split, and sophisticated suspension solutions.
The new model promises to combine fun
driving, a distinctive
character and
sporty refinement, with the enhanced practicality and quality already previewed in its five - door sibling.
«The new Coupe builds on the styling, performance and interior enhancements of the G Sedan, adding the dynamic style,
sporty atmosphere and expressive
driving character expected of a class - leading luxury sport coupe.
A
sporty character and excellent dynamics coupled with the running smoothness of the straight six - cylinder petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and 240 kW / 326 hp helped the BMW 340i, which is also optionally available with intelligent four - wheel
drive technology xDrive, seize first place yet again.
Thanks to the performance and
sporty, commanding
character of those engines, the transfer of power to the rear wheels and the efficiency with which the resultant
driving pleasure is conjured up, the BMW 3 Series continues to rise above its rivals to this day.
The result is a powerful sound, individually determined by the driver depending on
driving mode and
driving situation, perfectly emphasizing the car's
sporty character acoustically.
Although the 241 - hp and 273 lb - ft - torque output is sufficient for everyday
driving, the engine's
character in these modes doesn't feel especially
sporty.
ESP ® ON: for a high level of safety by adapting to the
sporty character of the car ESP ® Sport Handling Mode: allows wider yaw angles before system intervention for a
sporty driving style ESP ® OFF: system deactivated for a
sporty driving style on closed circuits.
The quattro permanent all - wheel
drive has a distinct
sporty and rear - end
character.
Responsiveness and feedback from the steering system is clear and precise, with an increased steering gear ratio that helps to compound the IONIQ's
sporty and responsive feel while reinforcing the car's «fun to
drive»
character.
The Corolla iM's
sporty, aggressive styling belies its lackluster acceleration and so - so
driving character; a Mazda 3 or Ford Focus are much better choices for fun behind the wheel.
«The Civic is lightweight,
sporty, fun - to -
drive, and if you electrify the Civic I think you kind of take a lot of the
character away, so it was a smarter idea to bring back an older nameplate from before and make it kind of a whole new vehicle,» Henio Arcangeli, senior vice president - Automobile Div.
Cons:
Driving character isn't as peppy or agile as
sporty looks suggest; some middling interior materials
When properly equipped, it also delivers a surprisingly nimble
driving character that's
sportier than you'd expect from a big Buick sedan.
Outlander Sport's bobtail styling gives it a unique personality, and for the most part, its
driving character lives up to the
sporty looks.
The cabin is quiet and refined, and the
driving character is surprisingly
sporty for a vehicle of this size.