Sentences with phrase «stiffer body structure»

A double - wishbone rear suspension, lower center of gravity and stiffer body structure with a 30 - percent increase in torsional rigidity translate to a more dynamic and ultimately fun - to - drive experience.

It is based on a new architecture, offering a stiffer body structure and a longer wheelbase, which results in more passenger space.

The all - new 2015 Sonata offers a more refined look through the new Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design language, stiffer body structure, better ride quality, reduced noise, vibration and harshness and advanced safety and convenience features.

A combination of Macpherson struts up front, a multi-link arrangement at the rear and a stiffer body structure allows for unique suspension tuning across trim levels.

It is constructed of about 8 - percent hot - stamped / high - strength steels, which contributes to an approximately 27 - percent stiffer body structure that is also 53 pounds (24 kg) lighter than the current Cruze.

Working in tandem with a stiffer body structure, the Lexus ES now accelerates and handles with something approaching enthusiasm.

Cadillac says the ELR will be a pleasure to drive thanks to stiffer body structure, electronically controlled, variable - rate dampers; and an available sport program that changes throttle response, steering effort and damper settings.

Pros: Quiet cabin; well - designed infotainment features; good mix of fuel economy and power from 1.6 - liter turbo engine; stiffer body structure makes for improved ride and handling over previous Optima; competitive pricing

Engineers gave it beefier suspension components and a stiffer body structure.

Following the incredible success of the outgoing Sonata, the all - new generation offers a more refined look through a new Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design language, stiffer body structure, better ride quality, reduced noise, vibration and harshness and advanced safety and convenience features.

So should a stiffer body structure and additional spot welds; in the cushy Camry XLE especially, it all adds up to a more sophisticated experience, much like what the Avalon received a couple of years ago; while in the sporty SE and XSE the stiffer body helps make more of it.

Neon: Compact's stiffer body structure reduces noise, vibration and harshness.

Measuring 20 mm longer and 25 mm wider, the new Elantra is not only lighter, but has a stiffer body structure thanks to the usage of Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS).

That stuff, combined with the new stiffer body structure, is expected to net Honda NHTSA 5 - star and IIHS Top Safety Pick + ratings.

Hyundai says the new look of the sheetmetal follows its Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design language and features a stiffer body structure, better ride quality and reduced noise and vibration.

A stiffer body structure and a significantly revised suspension aim to deliver the sportiness and refinement that the Optima's styling has long promised.

Equipped with optional summer tires, the Focus Titanium sedan with 18 - inch wheels crossed highway expansion joints with a faint thrumming sound that recalled earlier, lighter Audis — a sensation I always associated with an exceptionally stiff body structure.

To that end, the F - Type has 10 % faster steering than any other Jaguar, the lightest and stiffest body structure of any Jaguar, and an aggressively tuned version of Jaguar's Adaptive Dynamics damping system.

As we discovered with our road test in issue 134, as well as being faster than it has any right to be, the California is also the owner of a talented chassis and an extremely stiff body structure that doesn't flex, shimmy or shake.

As well as being faster than it has any real right to be, the California is also the owner of a formidably well - sorted chassis and extremely stiff body structure that doesn't flex, shimmy or shake, however rough the road surface.

Its high - strength unibody, engineered crumple zones and safety cage construction are integral to the Grand Caravan's design; and its stiff body structure provides higher rigidity for better impact protection.

This convertible is the first fully carbon - fiber - skinned Volante in the brand's history, and also has the stiffest body structure.

Its light but torsionally stiff body structure echoes styling motifs from several luxury brand competitors.

Handling and Ride The smooth - riding Corolla is built around a stiff body structure that relies on high tensile - strength steel, gussets and cross members for its strength, rigidity and lightweight construction.

The Regal's stiff body structure enhances safety while helping with ride and handling.

Agile handling, excellent body control, and smooth ride in the CT 200h begin with a stiff body structure.

Handling has always been a Focus strong suit, and its fully independent suspension, coupled with a stiff body structure, adds even more poise and control in that department.

The interior design highlights outstanding craftsmanship that creates a premium - class experience, while the stiff body structure keeps noise, vibration and harshness to a minimum.

The strength of the Cutlass is a roomy interior, a stiff body structure and good handling - like the Accord and the Camry, he said.

The stiff body structure and the rear subframe are connected through several reinforcements.

Not exact matches

The design is unique to other Mei Teis in that the normal fabric panel is more structured, stiffer and contours to a baby's body better than other designs, for superior head and neck support.

The new body structure is 25 percent stiffer than the old E46 3 - series, the main goal being to enhance crash performance, particularly in the new federal 50 - mph, rear - end offset crash and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety side - impact test.

Changes to the 2015 Toyota Camry go beneath the skin, too, as the body structure is now stiffer than before, and all models receive new suspension tuning.

The new structure means the latest Ibiza's body is 30 per cent stiffer than the model it replaces.

The body of the TNGA - based Prius is said to be 60 percent stiffer than the outgoing car thanks in part to the use of high - strength steel for 19 percent of the structure, and there are profound effects on not only crashworthiness but also handling precision.

The Z4 sDrive35i's body structure is notably stiff; every time I went over rough pavement, I marveled at how well this very tightly screwed - together roadster absorbed the bumps, the heaves, the asphalt patches, and the railroad crossings.

By using high - strength steel in the body structure, Nissan says it managed to make the all - new Maxima 25 percent stiffer than the last one.

The structure felt stiff and body motions were kept very much in check.

In this case, the Solara's body structure is not as stiff as other convertibles in its class.

An additional strut between the front axle subframe and body sill creates a stiffer overall connection between the front wheels and the car's main structure, so the transverse forces generated on entry into corners are transferred to the car more directly.

With respectable power under the hood, Nissan ups the SR Turbo's handling game, too, with suspension upgrades that include stiffer dampers and front springs, while the body structure benefits from a larger engine cradle and thicker cowl over the base car.

The body structure is one of the most rigid in the segment, which is approximately 25 - percent stiffer than the previous Regal.

-- 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 body structure is stiff to go with its triple - skin lightweight roof made of fabric which takes 14 seconds to fold down.

The structure is stiff with tight body motions, and the steering felt fine.

The coupe body structure is 80 percent stiffer than the cabriolet.

At the core of the Vue's European driving character is a stiff, steel body - frame integral structure.

The exterior design of the 2018 Regal Sportback is visually low and tailored, hinting at an advanced body structure that is stiffer, stronger and approximately 200 pounds lighter than the previous generation Regal.

At four times the strength of aluminium, CFRP gives the LFA an exceptionally stiff and strong structure, and also delivers major weight advantages, saving around 100 kg on an equivalent aluminium body.

A 70 percent stiffer frame, a 40 percent more rigid body structure, independent rear suspension, rack - and - pinion steering, bigger brakes, stability control and enhanced safety equipment go a long way toward making us forget the Expedition is still a full - size truck.