Sentences with phrase «stiff chassis for»

Its 2.5 - litre turbocharged boxer (horizontally opposed) four - cylinder engine belts out 305 horsepower, while a new four - door wide - body design is built on a stiffer chassis for greater handling, agility and precision.

Not exact matches

Toughened chassis To compensate for removing the roof, the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover convertible receives extra chassis bracing that is said to make it stiffer than the hardtop version.

Obviously the upside of this fiercely stiff chassis is that on the right road the Evo X is magnificently quick, but even then you're acutely reminded of LJK Setright's sage observation that «what is good for ride is good for handling».

Chassis work includes front springs that are 45 per cent stiffer and a rear twist beam that is 38 per cent stiffer but with unchanged rates for the coils.

All versions of the Coupe get unique chassis settings and revised software for their electric power steering systems, but the R also gets slightly firmer springs (4.3 - percent stiffer at the front and 3.7 - percent stiffer at the rear.)

Though the relaxed kinematics allow for more pitch and heave (we bottomed out on road ripples twice during spirited romps down the Mt. Teide Volcano, elevation 7,840 feet), the new settings don't dramatically reduce the feeling of connectedness with the road — thanks in part to the stiff carbon Monocell II chassis and the lightly softened suspension.

For the Z4 M, BMW plucked plenty of chassis technology from the M3, including stiffer springs, dampers, and bushings as well as forged - aluminum front control arms.

Ride and Handling > Being sat on more appropriate foundations for a hot hatch, the new Civic Type R makes good use of its stiffer, lower chassis and multi-link rear suspension

The rigid aluminium shell provides a decent basis for a stiffer, sharper chassis set - up whilst the 5 - litre supercharged V8 is ramped up to the tune of an extra 39bhp and a fruitier, «My First NASCAR» soundtrack.

The drive experience is improved, too, with a stiffer chassis that makes for better handling.

The stiffer chassis helps here no doubt, and I admire GM for sticking with the body on frame construction.

We surmised at the time that GM engineers likely softened up roll stiffness on the Colorado to compensate for the greatly improved stiffness of the chassis - it's said to be 250 times stiffer than the S - truck's frame.

For example, a stiff chassis setting can be combined with comfortable responses to unevenness in the road surface.

Stiff, strong and incredibly light, the MonoCell provides a solid platform for optimum chassis dynamics, ultra-responsive steering and exceptional ride comfort.

Chassis torsional rigidity for the 458 Spider, aided by reinforced side sills, remains far superior to the F430 Spider's, but is still 30 percent less stiff than the 458 Italia coupe's.

Adapted from the 911 Turbo, the electrically assisted steering is 10 percent quicker, while the brakes are upgraded (old Boxster S rotors for the 718 Boxster, 911 Carrera hardware for the S), and the chassis is tuned with larger pistons for the dampers, stiffer springs, larger antiroll bars, half - inch wider rear wheels, new tires and a strengthened rear subframe.

The stiffer chassis rivals the LC Coupe's for torsional rigidity, while it carries its weight lower down and uses a brand new multi-link rear suspension design.

Other exclusive chassis features include sports suspension with spring rates, bushings and antiroll bars — all of which are stiffer than those found in Focus ST, and two - mode switchable dampers, which offer a firmer setting for track driving.

Beneath the Forte's new Stinger-esque body, a new chassis consists of 54 - percent advanced high - strength steel, formed to provide a stiffer and safer base for the compact.

-- 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 chassis has also been uprated compared with the Boxster's, and includes stiffer springs and dampers, bigger anti-roll bars, 10 per cent quicker steering and — with the Sport chassis option specified for an additional # 1,133, as on our test car — a visually pleasing 20 mm drop in ride height.

The Vantage GT3 benefits from Aston Martin's V / H architecture philosophy, the modular chassis uses aerospace bonding techniques to create a light and immensely stiff aluminium and composite structure which not only aids handling on Aston Martin's road cars but is also an ideal base for competitive race cars.

To help bake rigidity back into the chassis and to make the platform stiff enough for the upcoming Cabriolet, Glaser says engineers added additional bracing around the car, most critical of which is a lateral crossbeam that wraps underneath the middle of the car where the B - pillar would be.

Chassis improvements for the 2009 Jeep Liberty include stiffer rear axle shafts and retuned springs, shocks, anti-roll bars and steering gear valve.

They will also get stiffer springs, as part of a «Sports chassis», for a sportier drive.

For the 2014 model it rides on a new chassis that is stiffer, longer and wider, and adds more passenger and cargo room.

A redesigned Soul debuted for 2014 on a slightly larger chassis that was 30 percent stiffer than the original model.

The Aura is built on a stiff, robust chassis that serves as the foundation for a satisfying driving experience.

The stiff body lays the cornerstone for the RS 3 Sportback's precise handling; the chassis is what makes it happen.

Conceived under the watchful eye of Kia's president and chief design officer, Peter Schreyer, with modern and instantly recognizable design cues, the Optima maintains its athletic identity but rides on a chassis that is longer, wider and stiffer for improved ride and handling and a more spacious cabin.

Crafty Chassis with Mazda Sportscar DNA A light, stiff unibody provides the sound foundation for CX - 7's smooth ride and agile handling.

At the same time, the tiny hot hatch is also famous for its on - the - rail handling and driving dynamics, thanks to its well balanced chassis, stiff suspension and wide section tyres.

Riding on a new chassis that is stiffer, longer and wider, the all - new Soul has grown up without losing its edge, allowing for more passenger and luggage room while reducing levels of noise, vibration and harshness.

As for the car's overall handling, the rigid chassis, which is significantly stiffer than the previous generation (torsional stiffness improved by 16 percent, bending stiffness by 40 percent), transforms this car's driving experience.

A stiff chassis means a stronger platform for towing and the Silverado's fully boxed frame delivers strength in spades.

The 2016 ELR's steering and suspension upgrades include: Revised calibration of the HiPer Strut front suspension Increased front spring rates and a stiffer rear axle Stiffer bushings for the front lower control arms, cradle mounts and Watts link in the rear suspension, for more precise control with no loss of ride quality Revised calibrations for the Continuous Damping Control system Front Damper Rebound Spring added New steering calibration tuned to complement the revised chassis and suspension systems Revised brake hardware and system calibration for improved applicatiostiffer rear axle Stiffer bushings for the front lower control arms, cradle mounts and Watts link in the rear suspension, for more precise control with no loss of ride quality Revised calibrations for the Continuous Damping Control system Front Damper Rebound Spring added New steering calibration tuned to complement the revised chassis and suspension systems Revised brake hardware and system calibration for improved applicatioStiffer bushings for the front lower control arms, cradle mounts and Watts link in the rear suspension, for more precise control with no loss of ride quality Revised calibrations for the Continuous Damping Control system Front Damper Rebound Spring added New steering calibration tuned to complement the revised chassis and suspension systems Revised brake hardware and system calibration for improved application feel.

The new minivan has both the lightest and stiffest chassis in its class, Chrysler said at the Pacifica's January 11 unveiling in Detroit, with proportions that allow for a greater interior volume than any other minivan.

Performance upgrades abounded for the 350Z, which means you can find versions of the car equipped with Brembo brakes and a stiffer chassis (in the NISMO edition), but if you prefer more relaxed sports car motoring then a roadster edition of the Nissan was offered until 2009 (one year longer than the 2003 - 2008 coupe).

A tune from SVO means chassis upgrades — in this case, stiffer rear suspension, a thinner front anti-roll bar, and revised valving for the adaptive dampers.

For example, the reduced noise, vibration, and harshness will no doubt come courtesy of the 6's stiffer chassis and body, while the handling and ride refinements will be partly thanks to a new steering rack mounting and tweaked suspension geometry.

Additional chassis changes include stiffer string rates and suspension bushings for improved cornering response.

Built on an all - new chassis that is nearly 29 percent stiffer than before, the Soul's stout skeleton provides the base for a vehicle that places a premium on driving dynamics.

Riding on a new chassis that is stiffer, longer and wider, the all - new Soul has grown up without losing its edge, allowing for more passenger and cargo room while reducing NVH levels.

The chassis is 70 percent stiffer than the outgoing model, improving the handling capabilities for 2017.

Other changes to the Competition include stiffer engine mounts, model - specific chassis tuning, adjustments to springs and dampers, lower suspension, and new mountings for the rear anti-roll bar.

As for the Aero GT, it gets a few tweaks over the Aero, including a stiffer chassis, new front and rear suspension, an adjustable new top and a new rear diffuser.

Further chassis changes, including the adoption of stiffer steering knuckles and a unique ratio and software mapping for the electro - mechanical steering, are aimed at sharpening up responses.

The Renaultsport Mégane gets plenty of mid-range power for overtaking, but its stiff Cup chassis plus extremely firm suspension set - up dominate the driving experience.

The new design sits on a stiffer, longer and wider chassis allowing for more passenger and cargo room while reducing NVH levels.

For road manners, Honda says it has improved the suspension and the stiffer aluminum - intensive chassis with 54.2 percent high strength steel and 29 percent ultra-high-strength steel promises crisp handling.