Sentences with phrase «to use the paddle shifters»

It's particularly impressive when using paddle shifters to control engine speed on curved or mountain roads.

The adjustable regenerative braking system allows the driver to adjust the intensity of the regenerative braking by using the paddle shifts behind the steering wheel.

This unit offers even sportier shift characteristics (e.g. faster shift times), and the option of changing gear manually using the paddle shifts on the steering wheel.

As the transmission has a manual mode, we attempted to best the automatic programming by using the paddle shifters to optimize the acceleration.

As usual, drivers can shift their own gears using the paddle shifters mounted behind the steering wheel.

The shift logic is so good, I found that I didn't really need to use the paddle shifters in most situations.

All of the engines come with a six - speed automatic transmission that can be shifted manually using paddle shifters on the steering wheel.

It also changes the behavior of the transmission, allowing for more aggressive shifts in automatic mode, but also letting the driver use paddle shifters for manual gear selection.

With the console shifter in M, the driver can also use the paddle shifters mounted behind the steering wheel.

The eight - speed auto is quicker than its needs to be, especially in sport mode, but I didn't really use the paddle shifters.

And let's face it, you're driving along on a back road, you're probably gonna use the paddle shifters anyway.

The new transmission also comes with a «manual» mode that allows the driver to select and hold gear manually using the paddle shifts mounted behind the steering wheel.

I've used the paddle shifters for passing power a couple of times; it's a nice feature even if it won't be used daily.

You can also use the paddle shifters behind the wheel, if you're feeling extremely adventurous that day.

With the automatic transmission comes a manual mode that allows the driver to switch gears manually using paddle shifters.

The ES 300h features a Sport drive mode that simulates six gears the driver can shuffle through using the paddle shifters.

If you want to pretend you're at Road Atlanta, just use the paddle shifters — they're tuned to bang off quick gear changes up or down and reveal a much more playful nature than the standard economy trans settings would have you believe.

Buyers who choose the five - speed automatic transmission in Sport models have the option of using paddle shifters on the steering wheel.

In any one of the modes, drivers will be able to press the M button which will switch the vehicle to manual mode and the transmission will be shifted using the paddle shifters on the steering wheel.

The SE option uses a paddle shifter to get it done, while the LE and XLE versions use a console - mounted shift lever.

Using the paddle shifters adds a smidgen of excitement to the drive, but there is still a noticeable delay when you upshift and downshift to make it interesting or fun.

As we found out on the twisty roads of Angeles Crest Highway, the updated sedan offers an enjoyable and sporty driving experience despite the lack of a stick — especially when you set it in Sport mode and use its paddle shifters aggressively.

The Easytronic can be driven in «manual mode» simply by using the paddle shifter selector to change gears if the driver wishes to do so, or alternatively it can be driven in exactly the same way as a fully conventional automatic — however, many Easytronic owners have complained that gear shifts in «automatic mode» are jerky; a common complaint with semi-autos based on a conventional manual gearbox.

Leave it alone and let it do its own thing and the 370Z does very nicely, but if you want to be aggressive, then use those paddle shifters and this somewhat mild - mannered roadster becomes a beast.

In Sports mode as expected you get extra torque and the gears hold a little longer with slightly faster shift times when using the paddle shifters with minimal drop of revs.

By using paddle shifter style paddles mounted on the back of the steering wheel, drivers will be able to temporarily...

All of its power is sent to its wheels via the AMG seven speed transmission that can be easily manually shifted when drivers use the paddle shifters that are right behind the vehicle's steering wheel.

The point of a DCT in a sports car is that the shifts are super-fast, and the driver can be involved using the paddle shifters.

What they offer sports car buyers are faster shifts than a human can perform (both up and down) and also the ability to control the gear selection using paddle shifters or the console - mounted gear selector.

The final level of control comes from using the paddle shifters which let you rev the engine gloriously high and come darn close to mimicking the sensation of a manual transmission without all the fancy footwork.

Using the paddle shifters increases the fun - to - drive quotient by about one point out of 100.

Cvt makes acceleration very smooth and when using paddle shifters computer makes sure it's safe for your motor and transmition so it doesn't let you push it to hard.

That said, it is slightly lethargic on the downshifts, especially whilst using the paddle shifters.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox You have to experience the surge it offers on the Sport mode.It is real fun... The paddle shift on sport mode will let you use the machine in a more softer way than the sport mode automatic.By using the paddle shift on the sport mode we can derive the mileage out of the SUV.

To make the E-Class sprint faster, one has to generously use the paddle shift and drive it as if it was a manual - gear car.

For the record, I didn't even use the paddle shifters; or the Sport mode.

The engine is married to a 8 speed auto transmission with shiftronic and paddle shifters, shifting throughout gears was very smooth and using the paddle shifter still gave that little fun that the buyer will need once in a while.

You can manually take control of things by engaging the gearbox in either Sport or Manual mode thereby using the paddle shifts.

These preset ratios can be selected using the paddle shifters mounted on the steering column, allowing the driver to control when and how the pulleys move.

Sport holds revs longer than Comfort, while Manual lets you roll your own using the paddle shifters on the steering wheel.

With the Multi Stage Hybrid System's design, the driver is able to take advantage of a manual mode to select and hold gears using paddle shifters mounted behind the steering wheel — a function not previously available on a Lexus hybrid.

With DMS, you can increase fuel efficiency in Eco Mode, use the paddle shifters in Manual Mode, or get a performance boost in Sport Mode.

The more powerful and brilliant 1.8 TSI engine delivers 180PS of max power and 250Nm of torque through an automatic 7 - speed DSG transmission that also uses paddle shifts for a more manual shift experience.

Sure, you can just use the paddle shifters, but why not just row Volkswagen's delightful six - speed stick instead?

The top five gears of the 10 - speed automatic transmission are locked out, so you can keep the revs high, regardless of using the paddle shifters or letting the truck shift on its own.

I passed the big rigs with a breeze, especially when using the paddle shifters to keep the revs up high.

Cruising down the highway, the eight - speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly and draws out the revs more than most, but if you really want to push the limit, you should shift using the paddle shifters.

However, put it in full - on «Manual» mode by using the paddle shifters mounted on the steering column, and you'll find the gear changes aren't the crispest you'll find in this class (especially if you're already used to the slick automatic and manual shifts in a Volkswagen or Audi double - clutch gearbox), and can marginally undermine the more sporting character of the V6 - powered Infiniti Q50s.