The materials are top notch, while everything from the heating controls to
the steering feel solid and well built.
The 2006 Ford Explorer's turning radius is tight enough for urban areas, and the power
steering feels solid, offering enough feedback to keep you in tune with the road.
Not exact matches
Steering is responsive without being heavy, and the brakes
feel solid.
«The main cause seems most directly tied to 9/11 because during the five years following, quite a few evangelical books came out warning Christians to
steer clear of Islam; in short, fear of Muslims grew substantially,» said Larson, who commented on such exposés in a 2006 issue of CT. «I
felt such Christian writings often lacked
solid research and were deficient in helping fellow believers reach out to Muslims with love and understanding.»
It maintains its reputation as a
solid handler with a
steering wheel that has a somewhat heavy
feel to it.
Thankfully, it's a
solid platform to work from, and the car offers a compliant ride without
feeling dowdy — in fact, the
steering is rather sharp, a refreshing change from the novacaine - laden
steering racks installed in Cobalts and Cavaliers of days gone.
«Right from the off, the Stradale inspires confidence with meaty, direct
steering and a positive demeanour — it
feels solid, low, connected, like it means business.
Even with the less than ideal driving position imposed by the stuck
steering wheel, you get in, clunk the still vault -
solid door shut and drive away
feeling immediately in - sync.
Its sophistication is evident in everything from the quick - shifting automatic transmission and the accurate
steering to the
solid -
feeling infotainment control knob, which wouldn't be out of place in a Mercedes - Benz.
More impressive still, given that this is an open - top car, is that the
steering column
feels rock -
solid and there's no hint of flex or shudder from the chassis.
The
steering feels connected and direct, probably helped by the
solid mounted struts.
The
steering is fearsomely fast but almost completely devoid of
feel and the suspension really struggles to deal with sudden mid-corner bumps or big compressions under braking, sending the car pitching and weaving when you expect rock -
solid stability.
Instead, it delivers fully on its luxury - transport mission, the suspension deftly erasing road imperfections, the ride cushy and relaxed, the control inputs — from
steering to braking
feel — all smooth and
solid.
BUT, does not have the
solid feeling, response,
steering and interior design which I Iike more in my current 2013 BMW 128i.
And the Boxster's other qualities remain intact: a rigid structure, a
solid -
feeling cabin with a 918 - style 360 mm
steering wheel, and in GTS models, lashings of touchy - feely Alcantara.
The
steering wheel will
feel completely
solid if you try to move it in one direction and may move slightly in the opposite direction.
Though the Hyundai's
steering and brakes
feel more silky and isolated, it too is
solid and composed through these twisties.
With a respectable curb weight of 3,296 pounds (lighter than the TT and Z4 but roughly 300 pounds heavier than the Boxster), the SLC300 hustles its mass through corners effectively, staying planted with
solid body control and
steering feel.
It took only a brief stint behind the
steering wheel to realize that the Evora is the most
solid -
feeling and smoothest - riding Lotus ever.
Judges noted the
solid feel of the truck and the fact that the coil - over-shock front suspension and electrically - assisted power rack - and - pinion
steering helped it handle very well on twisty roads.
The
steering response was overall tighter and
felt more
solid.
All - business setup here, with a grippy flat - bottomed
steering wheel and properly large and
solid -
feeling shift paddles.
Despite the fact that the recirculating ball - type
steering felt a bit heavy and slow at times, the platform
felt solid and easy to navigate.
The seats are above - average comfortable, while everything a driver needs to, er, drive —
steering wheel, pedals, shifter —
feels solid but not overly weighted.
A premium
steering gear for smooth, precise responsiveness and on - center
feel Proven and continuously refined MacPherson strut front and mutli - link rear suspensions Large, ventilated front disc and
solid rear disc brakes, clamped on by dual - piston front and single - piston rear aluminum calipers, which are expected to deliver segment - best stopping distance
-- A
solid body structure as stiff as any in the global midsize sedan market, allowing for precise tuning and dynamic vehicle control — A premium
steering gear that ensures smooth, precise responsiveness and on - center
feel — Proven and continuously refined MacPherson strut front and mutli - link rear suspensions — Large, ventilated front disc and
solid rear disc brakes, clamped on by dual - piston front and single - piston rear aluminum calipers, which are expected to deliver best - in - class stopping distance — An isolated engine cradle for tuned, refined feedback, without noise or vibration — Fuel - saving electric power rack - and - pinion variable - effort power
steering, resulting in effortless low - speed maneuvers and a higher degree of
steering feel at higher speeds — Chassis control technologies include four - channel anti-lock brakes, full - function traction control, four - corner electronic stability control, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist system, corner brake control, hydraulic brake fade assist and drag torque control.
The flat bottom of the
steering wheel
feels right during maneuvers, and there is
solid view of the road.
Totally turned off, you can
feel the Viper's good balance, with massive grip from the tires and surprisingly
solid feel through the
steering wheel and driver's seat.
Car has a rock -
solid feel with responsive
steering.
This latest Accord skews to the athletic side among family sedans, and the
steering's weighty
feel contributes to a
solid, substantial handling experience.
It handles beautifully with very little effort required to go where you want to go and
steering that is very
solid leaving you
feeling confident and always in control.
The
steering initially
feels too light but it firms up nicely and the car
feels solid and downright agile.
On the highway, the
steering builds on that first impression by offering a
solid on - center
feel with little of the sluggishness found in the previous model.
It also has electric power assisted
steering, but it
feels solid and direct, which Honda says is thanks to a torque sensor to provide better feedback.
Furthermore, a
steering angle feedback control logic has been developed which provides a
solid feel when
steering around the central position while still providing good response under cornering.
Switchgear on the
steering wheel spokes for audio and cruise control
feels solid, reflecting the general quality of fit and finish in the cabin.
My first Fiat and I am pleased to report that the experience so far has been excellent.Having previously run german brands, I
feel the Bravo compares favourably well in all areas.The previous Fiat worries of shoddy build quality are not evident, indeed the car has a very
solid feel all round.Equipment levels are superb - particularly the Blue & Me interface.The interior has a refreshingly stylish ambience with good quality materials & pleasing colour schemes.Engine performance is vigourous with 45 + MPG within easy reach in mixed driving & the chassis provides excellent handling, only the slightly light
steering feel spoiling the overall dynamics.Fiat really have taken a big leap forward with the Bravo - this is an excellent value package with very stylish looks and an excellent warranty - Fiat must have confidence in the Bravo to offer a 5 year backup.
The SC1 is outfitted with a
solid -
feeling power - assisted rack - and - pinion
steering system.
The
steering feels very
solid, with no drift in the wheel during long stretches at speed.
The result is a car that
feels solid on - center, with precise response from
steering inputs letting you know at all times where the front wheels are.
Other EPS benefits include a more sophisticated, linear,
solid and accurate
steering feel, more nimble handling and improved highway stability.
The power - assisted
steering is light but has a
solid feel, and the van can turn a tight circle for a vehicle its size.
Its
steering, which is among the best in the segment, is perfectly weighted and responsive, contributing to a
solid, stable and substantial
feel.
The
steering wheel has a firm,
solid feel to it, and turns are crisp and sharp.
These buttons are supplemented by switchgear on the
steering wheel that has a nice,
solid feel.
Genesis tunes the G80's electric power
steering with ample heft, for
solid driving
feel.
In the drivetrain, the CVT stands out as the most advanced component, and Nissan applied
solid engineering to the power -
steering system in order to maintain a traditional
feel while still gaining the efficiency of an electric system.
So you always
feel like you are getting the most out of the
solid chassis and the quick
steering and shifter.
The quality of the materials and fittings in the cabin is superb, the majority of switches and controls
feel solid however a few of the plastic climate control switches and
steering - wheel mounted buttons are not up to the high standards set by the rest of the interior.
A specially - tuned front subframe was developed to generate a stiffer structure including
solid rear mounts to contribute to the vehicle's connected
steering feel.