MagneRide ™ dampers offer infinitely
variable damper settings between soft (comfort) and hard (sports) extremes, and operate by using a special damping fluid which contains magnetic particles.
The variable dampers set in Auto are much more comfortable than fixed - and are an option worth having.
Not exact matches
Also on the options list is Continuous
Damper Control, which features Comfort, Auto and Dynamic
settings, and the
variable ratio Dynamic Steering system.
The Servotronic
variable power - assisted steering from the performance flagship is adopted across the range and the S4's hollow section aluminium rear trapezoidal links, front track - rods and wheel hubs have also filtered down, as well as revised
damper and spring
settings taken from the A6.
All the technical work was carried out by Abarth, including an electrically - operated manual Abarth Competizione gearbox (one of the biggest costs), a
set of upgraded Brembo brake calipers with 305 mm discs, new Koni
dampers and intriguing «
variable back - pressure» exhaust system — which «improves engine performance and delivers an inspiring sound above 3000 rpm.»
Interestingly, Project 8 retains Jaguar's Continuously
Variable Damper system but there are adjustable spring platforms to create two ride height
settings — Road and Track.
Variable damper controls allow the driver to choose a comfort
setting for fussy family members, an automatic mode allows the car to select optimal
settings, and a sport mode enhances more spirited driving.
Other significant options include 19 - inch wheels and tires, Electronic
Damper Control (EDC; with Sport, Normal and Comfort modes), M Drive with steering - wheel button to instantly activate a
set of pre-programmed dynamic
variables, front - seat backrest - width adjustment, fold - down rear seatbacks, Navigation system with iDrive, high - definition and SIRIUS satellite radio, USB - enabled port for iPod and iPhone control and Technology and Premium Packages that include groups of the above.
The new Mini also gets an optional
variable damper control that comes with two
settings - comfort and sport.
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set up, M instrument panel, M Servotronic power steering, Navigation System Professional Multimedia, On board computer, On board diagnostics, Outside temperature display, Personal Profile, Real time traffic information, Service interval indicator, Stop / start button,
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Variable dampers, fitted as standard, allow you to adjust the suspension, but even in its firmest
setting the Gran Coupe is comfortable and quiet over long distances.
An optional
variable damper control unit with two
settings - comfort and sport - are offered with all three models.
An M - specific version of the
Variable Damper Control system is fitted, the Comfort, Sport and Sport Plus modes selectable at the press of a button activating different damper set
Damper Control system is fitted, the Comfort, Sport and Sport Plus modes selectable at the press of a button activating different
damper set
damper settings.
We prefer to personalize the electric steering to Sport, throttle response to Sport Plus and so we do not suffer a herniated disc,
set the standard
variable damper on Comfort.
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Variable vehicle
set - up using the new Driving Modes option by means of rotary switch at the base of the gearshift or selector lever; in addition to the standard
setting MID mode, the modes SPORT and GREEN can be activated; choice of mode influences the characteristic curve of the accelerator and steering, as well as the shift times of the automatic transmission and the Dynamic
Damper Control where these features are fitted; GREEN mode in conjunction with automatic transmission enables coasting with decoupled drivetrain.
The Civic Type R chassis builds on the major upgrades undertaken for the 10th - generation Civic makeover with model - exclusive spring,
damper and bushing
settings, a new Dual - Axis front suspension setup with aluminum lower arms and steering knuckles for improved at - the - limit cornering and reduced torque steer; a new four - wheel Adaptive Suspension System with three - chamber
dampers; a retuned and adaptive dual - pinion electric power steering system with
variable gear ratio; and a helical limited - slip front differential.
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.
Other upgrades include unique spring,
damper and bushing
settings, a new Dual - Axis front suspension setup with aluminum lower arms and steering knuckles, a new four - wheel Adaptive Suspension System with three - chamber
dampers, a retuned and adaptive dual - pinion electric power steering system with
variable gear ratio and a helical limited - slip front differential.
In addition to a wider track, stiffer springs, more rigid anti-roll bars and solid front / rear bushings... Si spec includes adaptive
dampers that offer a choice of Normal and Sport
settings, the latter also increases the effort of the Si's quick (2.11 turns lock to lock) dual - pinion
variable - ratio electric power steering and quickens throttle response.»
The Adaptive
Damper System, along with the dual - pinion
variable - ratio electric power steering, drive - by - wire throttle, and brake system, are tied to the Type R's three selectable driving modes, with COMFORT, SPORT and + R
settings, allowing the driver to dial up the Type R's reflexes depending on the driving environment.
Continuously
variable dampers for the steel suspension equipped SLs and Dynamic Select are standard together with the five driving programs which can change the
set - up of the engine, transmission, suspension and steering.
There's also a
set of
variable dampers that offer multiple drive modes for whatever the occasion may be, including cruising and corner carving.
That said, the adaptive air suspension and a sporty spring and
damper set - up with continuously
variable damping does a good job of evening out the ride and our first impression suggests that the GLC 63 S may not have as harsh a suspension tune as we've experienced in other AMG models.
This, even if Race mode
sets its
variable dampers to their firmest position, invokes the sharpest responses from its accelerator, gearbox and steering, while turning stability control off, with only vital rollover protection running in the background.
It comes as standard with
variable damping control in either a comfort orientated
set - up or a so - called sports package, which receives firmer springs and
dampers and Mercedes - Benz's direct - steer steering system for added agility.
The Type R variant gets exclusive spring,
damper and bushing
settings, a new Dual - Axis front suspension setup with aluminium lower arms and steering knuckles for improved at - the - limit cornering and reduced torque steer, a helical limited - slip front differential and a retuned and adaptive dual - pinion electric power steering system with
variable gear ratio.
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settings: 2 driver, Multi-function remote: proximity entry system, One - touch windows: 4, Power outlet (s): 12V front, Power steering:
variable / speed - proportional, Power windows: lockout button, Push - button start, Reading lights: front, Retained accessory power, Steering wheel mounted controls: audio, Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic, Storage: door pockets, Touch - sensitive controls, Universal remote transmitter, Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating, Auto start / stop, Door handle color: body - color, Exhaust tip color: chrome, Exhaust: dual tip, Front bumper color: body - color, Grille color: chrome, Mirror color: body - color, Rear bumper color: body - color, Clock, Digital odometer, Driver information system, External temperature display, Fuel economy display: MPG, Gauge: tachometer, Multi-function display, Multi-functional information center, Trip computer, Trip odometer, Warnings and reminders: lamp failure low fuel engine oil coolant, Daytime running lights, Front fog lights, Headlight cleaners: high pressure washers, Headlights: HID / Xenon, Taillights: LED, Side mirror adjustments: power, Side mirrors: auto - dimming, Moonroof / Sunroof: anti-trapping, Active head restraints: dual front, Body side reinforcements: side impact door beams, Camera system: rearview, Child safety door locks, Child seat anchors: LATCH system, Crumple zones: front, Emergency interior trunk release, Impact sensor: alert system, Parking sensors: front, Front seatbelts: 3 - point, Rear seatbelts: 3 - point, Seatbelt force limiters: front, Seatbelt pretensioners: front, Driver seat power adjustments: height, Front headrests: adjustable, Front seat type: bucket, Passenger seat power adjustments: height, Rear headrests: fixed, Rear seat type: 40 - 60 split bench, Upholstery: premium leather, 2 - stage unlocking doors, Anti-theft system: alarm, Heated door locks: driver side, Power door locks, Stability control, Traction control, Front shock type: gas, Front spring type: coil, Front stabilizer bar, Front struts, Front suspension classification: independent, Front suspension type: double ball joint, Rear shock type: gas, Rear spring type: coil, Rear stabilizer bar, Rear suspension classification: independent, Rear suspension type: multi-link, Navigation system: hard drive, Phone: hands free, Real time traffic, Satellite communications: BMW Assist, Wireless data link: Bluetooth, Run flat tires, Tire Pressure Monitoring System,
The new Countryman will come with BMW's
variable damper control that enables chassis
settings to be tweaked for moderate off - roading, although the new model, like the current car will still sit too low to be called a proper off - roader.
The
dampers are continuously
variable, offerings as many as 650 individual steps in the damping control
settings, with adjustments made every 20 milliseconds.