Range Rover Evoque 2019 Review




Jaguar & Land Rover announced the launch of its compact SUV Range Rover Evoque and said it will begin full-fledged sales. The second-generation Evoque has been reborn as a full-change after eight years.


The new Range Rover Evoque is also equipped with a number of cutting-edge features that the brand first or the world's first. Through the artificial intelligence algorithm, Smart Setting function, which learns driver preferences and behavior, automatically adjusts seat position, sound, and in-vehicle temperature settings, ClearSight Rear View Mirror, which provides clear rear view as required, and Clear Site Ground View System, which provides front view as if it were looking at a bonnet.


The all-new Range Rover Evoque comes with an Ingenium diesel and gasoline engine with three power specifications, and the brand's first 48-volt MHEV (Mild Hybrid System) diesel engine. The Belt Integrated Starter Generator (BISG) and lithium-ion batteries fitted to vehicles store energy during vehicle operation to assist with engine running. Driving below 17 km/h will stop the engine from running, and stored energy will be used to accelerate the engine upon restart. This improved fuel efficiency by about 5 percent.



The 2.0 Litre 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine has two outputs: maximum power 150 horsepower and 180 horsepower.

It has the best combination of economic performance and performance. The 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine has a maximum output of 249 horsepower and a maximum torque of 37.2 kilogram-meters. For 150 horsepower diesel engines, the 12.5 km/L and the 180 horsepower diesel engine achieved a combined fuel economy of 11.9 km/L.


All-new Range Rover Evoque has been applied with Terrain Response®2 and all-terrain Progress Control (ATPC) in all models. The system analyzes the current driving conditions using a sophisticated 'intelligent' system and automatically selects the most suitable terrain program. There are seven modes to choose from: dynamic, echo, Comfort, lawn/gravel/snow, mud and bumps, sand and rock-rock slow driving, and automatic setting is also possible. In addition, it will adjust the height of the suspension, engine response and traction control intervention to create the best driving environment in any environment.


The all-new Range Rover interior offers a new level of sophistication and luxury through an innovative approach to interior design. The InControl Touch Pro Duo infotainment system is divided into 10" dual-screen, each of the top and bottom, and is designed in a cleaner configuration, with various vehicle control functions divided by parcels for greater ease of use and intuitiveness.





Thanks to its wheelbase, which is 21 millimeters longer than its predecessor, it has secured ample interior space. The efficient interior design also provides an additional 26 litres of storage space, while the front door bins also provide room for 1.5 litres of water bottles. The wider glove box and center cover provide leisurely storage for tablets and water bottles. Loadspace is also available with 40:20:40 folding rear seats, which allow for a greater variety of space utilization as well as a maximum load space of 1,383 liters from the base 591L.


The All New Range Rover Evoque offers InControl Apps for user convenience and is also linked to Apple's CarPlay as well as Genie Music. In addition, T Map x NUGU artificial voice assistant (Virtual Personal Assistant) service will be provided through collaboration with SK Telecom for the first time in Korea. The "T Map xNUGU" AI features the full functionality of the "Jaguar Land Rover T Map" in a convenient way for drivers to use all the functions of the "Jaguar Land Rover T Map" with only their voice while driving, without having to touch it while driving.


The all-new Range Rover Evoque also features several best-in-class driving aids and safety specifications. Driving assistance features include Park Assist (Span/Deprecision Parking and Escape), 360° Park Sensor, Passenger Exit Monitoring, and Reverse Traffic Detection. Lane maintenance assist, Adaptive Cruise Control (Basic for D180 SE models), and Blind Spot Assist (Basic for D180 SE models) are applied as safety specifications. The 12 parking sensors also enhance user convenience through surround cameras operating at speeds up to 30 km/h, air-clean sensors for pleasant indoor spaces, and activity keys provided as an option.



"The Range Rover Evoque is the fastest growing model in the brand's history, achieving sales of 750,000 units worldwide and more than 10,000 at home," said  representative of Jaguar Land Rover. "It will once again demonstrate our firm leadership as a powerhouse in the luxury compact SUV through the innovative design and the first new Range Rover Evoque to be applied with cutting-edge technology."


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BMW The New 7 series 2019 Review





BMW's New 7 Series was released. To be accurate, it is partially changed as LCI (Life Cycle Impulse) version of 6th generation 7 series. However ' partial change ' has changed dramatically. He challenged the flagship sedan market with a new design identity. BMW opened its New 7 series on Wednesday and held a media demonstration. A short test drive saw the potential of the New 7 series. The new seven series are more attractive. He summarized the reason into three things.





1) The grand design


This is what he said when confronted with the real story of the New 7 series. Unlike most BMW LCI models, which had only worked on details like makeup, changes in appearance are huge. The large BMW emblem and the Kidney grill attract attention. In particular, the height of the grill increased by nearly 50 percent compared to the previous one.Chromium decoration that stretches vertically inside the radiator is also splendid. His eyes also changed. A huge kidney grill and a shallow headlamp contrast to make a strange impression. The headlamp is a laser light that shines up to 500 meters. The tail lamps are three-dimensional.It is a touch that is similar to G20 3 series. The chrome garnish across the trunk is thinly stretched. There is a great presence beneath it in the dark.


The previous seven series had different lines from their rivals. It looked sporty compared to most flagship sedans, which focused on the glamour. The new seven series seems to be compatible with the two. They have toned down their aggressive looks and added a premium look to it.It feels like a new car because it has a wider range of changes in design than its main rival, S-class Face Lift model.


The interior is the same. Partial change model limitation. Still, he is qualified as a flagship sedan. For example, most of the eye contact areas are covered with leather. He also used a lot of metal materials to revive his sense of luxury. The simple layout makes it a good idea. There are also minor changes. For example, it had to work on UI for 10.25-inch displays. The same operations can be done with gestures, voices, touch screens, and iDrive controls. As for gesture control, three new movements were added to enhance manipulation. Instrument panel is equipped with 12.3 inch full digital display. Although it is awkward that the engine rotation system is moving counterclockwise, it is notable from the point of view of change.




2) Clear driving sense


I took a test drive with a 740 Li xDrive. It is an entry gasoline model that competes with Mercedes-Benz .50. The 740 Li xDrive had a 6-cylinder 3.0 liter engine. Based on specifications, it produces a maximum power of 340 horsepower and maximum torque of 45.9 kg and m. There is enough power. It is not easy, but it is not enough to lead a body weighing over 2,000 kilograms. In particular, he runs with great torque at low speeds. Contrast with smooth acceleration of class S.


The ride is also satisfactory at high speed. Compared to the S-class, which provides a smooth ride like a yacht. It is not enough to disturb the ride. Unpleasant shocks are filtered out of both wheels and suspension. This much reticence is enough. The pace doesn't make any noise. The new model was more concerned with the sound of the lower body. It is so quiet that the sound of the wind coming out of the window is annoying. Even this was not felt in the back.


Changes in texture of driving between drive modes are also evident. For example, in sports mode, engine rotation is used more aggressively. The steering wheel and the adaptive suspension turn tight like screws. It is like driving a five-second series. This is where the unique value of the seven series, Dynamic Luxury, stands out. He also took all the money for the president. Besides Active Cruise Control, lane control aid, lane departure warning, avoidance assistance, and side warning are installed as standard for all models to reduce fatigue. It is also equipped with reverse assistance function that was introduced in the X and new 3 series. While maintaining sporty drivability, it even has advanced driving aids.



3) Various options


The New 7 Series has many choices. The exterior has two packages, Design Pure Acceleration and M Sports. The Pure Excellence is elegant. The details on the bottom of the bumper that lead to the curve are outstanding. On the other hand, M sports package is more aggressive. It has increased the air intake and added chrome detailing which is bent with a 'L'. ' Strengths are that characteristics between models are divided more clearly than those of 6th generation 7 series.


There are also many powertrains. There are three types of gasoline, two types of diesel, and plug-in hybrid models equipped with motorized powertrains. The test drive that I took is a 750 Li xDrive. It has a gasoline engine of 4,400 cc in series, giving it a maximum output of 530 horsepower. There are also 76060 Li xDrive and M60 Li xDrive V12 accelerator. Its specifications have a maximum output of 609 horsepower and maximum torque of 86.7 kg and m. It is a monumental model to mark the end of the V12 engine era.

Diesel is divided into 730d xDrive and 740d xDrive. They have a series of 6-cylinder 3.0L engines, each with 265 horsepower and 320 horsepower. There is also a long-wheel base model that extends the distance between wheels 140 mm. In addition, the plug-in hybrid model combines a series 6-cylinder gasoline engine with a high voltage battery to generate a maximum system output of 394 horsepower in sports driving mode. Because it can drive up to 50 to 58 kilometers (based on European standards) with batteries, it has secured efficiency as well.


The New 7 Series has come to an unexpected turn. He has matured a step by succeeding to the dynamic character but also having dignity as a model. It is not too much to argue that BMW is changing its payment to full chain. BMW and Mercedes-Benz, the most popular foreign car brands. Among them, flagship models representing the brand will be added again. Until now, S-Class has dominated large and conservative car markets. An opportunity has come to claim the position. The New Series, which we met at the launch event, looked promising.



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BMW the new 3 series 2019 Review





There are many cars in the world, but some of them are accepted as standards, textbooks, and standards. Among other things, the BMW 3 Series is an approved standard for sports sedans.


It's true that many of the 3 Series have evolved over seven generational changes. The current 3 series is as big as the 5 or 7 series in size a few generations ago, and the comfort equipment, along with the safety equipment to help drive more safely, is simply spectacular. 


Nevertheless, the BMW New 3 Series is still considered the standard for 'sport sedans.' Since the introduction of the first 3 Series in 1975, about 45 years ago, it has always been considered the best sports sedan because of the unwavering sense of sports driving that can only be felt in the 3 Series.


So let's take a quick look at what's changed and what's not changed in the new 3 Series.




This is a model with 320d M Sport Package. It's the same model in the last generation 3 series, and it's also the most popular model in the new 3 series. 

 

The first time you face the new 3 Series, it's bigger than anything else. You'll get the most feeling. Actually, width, height, and length and wheel base.It's bigger than the previous generation 3 series in all areas. Nevertheless, it has lost more than 50 kilograms over the previous generation. Aluminium, a leading lightweight material, has been used more widely and its body design has also changed significantly.


They've grown in size, but they've also changed a lot in design. We minimized the curvature of the sides to make the body feel more tense than ever before, and expressed BMW's unique feeling as naturally as possible. 

 

So the change is huge, but you can recognize BMW at a glance, especially in the 3 Series. This feeling of the 3 Series must be consistent.


The design of the headlamps has changed a lot. It has changed so much that there are few similarities with the previous generation. It's a huge change, but it looks like a modern reinterpretation of the beautiful headlamp designs of the past E46 3 Series. 

 

There's been a big change in tail lamps. It's more simple than ever and has a dark tinted clear lamp cover to give it a sportier look. And it's like the BMW New 7 Series. But again, the design of the L shape tail lamp remains the same, so if you look at the tail lamp that lights up on the road in the dark, you can see that it's BMW.


There was also a change in the hofmeister kink, which made BMW aware. It's changed from the old way of covering the entire window frame to the C-pillar where the most important emphasis is on the C-pillar, exposing the window edge. But the same way, when you close the door, you can still appreciate the twisted hofmeister Kink, which is still pulled. 

So, in an ecstasy, the New 3 Series has changed a lot And at the same time, BMW evolved beautifully, keeping the icons that it's been following for a long time. 

 



So what about the interior?


In interior design, the seventh-generation BMW New 3 Series has changed a lot. It has become more sophisticated and dynamic. 

And just like the Exteriors, BMW and the 3 Series are all wrapped up in cock-fit designs. 

The design of the center fascia and center tunnel is designed to facilitate driver manipulation and is always available in the 3 Series for 45 years. 


Rear seat space changes during interior changes are even dramatic. The lack of rear seat legroom, often pointed out by compact sports sedans, will hardly be felt in the new 3 Series. 

 

As much consideration as the wheel base, there is more room for the headroom than there is for the rear seat area. So you can enjoy a more pleasant and comfortable driving experience with the people you're with.


Another factor that makes you feel BMW is the seat. 

 

In particular, the sheets used on the M Sport Package are designed to satisfy both comfort and dynamic driving. If you sit on this sheet for the first time, you'll experience a very solid feeling right away, and you'll also feel that it holds you tight. 


After positioning yourself on a 3 Series sheet, adjust the lumbar support with the lumbar support to hold your body at the corner, then hold the steering wheel to feel the tightness of the BMW 3 Series. Although the body is definitely bigger than before, the feeling of approaching after the seat position is still easy and comfortable to handle.


This feeling of stability, also known as stability, is a fundamental and very important element of drivers' cars that seek dynamic driving, and BMW has been a brand that has been consistent with this sentiment for a long time. So you can feel dynamic from the moment you sit down on any model, especially in the 3 series.




So, what does it feel like when you start the car? 

 

First, the engine start button for the BMW 7th Generation 3 Series moved from the side of the instrument panel to the side of the gear knob. It's packed with driving-related buttons around the start button, along with eye drives. Almost all of the buttons to operate the vehicle, like an island, were put together to minimize the dispersion of sight and movement.


I'm sure many of you will be surprised when you start the engine by pressing the start button, next to the gear knob. Even at idle, diesel-specific heavy vibrations are rarely felt. 

 

That's how much vibration is inhibited compared to the previous generation of diesel engines, as well as any other gasoline engine. In addition, the dual bonded glass, as well as the cabin noise pickup, will be minimized so that the diesel engine specific exhaust sound will be very inhibited and only smooth.


Now everything is ready to run. Simply change the new design of the gear knob to D, then press the accelerator pedal and run. When the steering wheel is moved while the accelerator pedal is pressed, the body feels a lot different. First of all, the response force of the pedal itself, and the moderately heavy steering wheel feel is simply the traditional 3 series of sensations. 


The response force from the accelerator response and accelerator pedal movement is instantaneous. Especially for the 320d, the initial heavy-duty acceleration of the BMW rear-wheel drive diesel engine will be quite different from the acceleration of the sedans you have experienced.




While experiencing this instantaneous and robust acceleration momentarily, the speedometer is already pointing at 100 km/h, but there is little anxiety. A tight driver seat, a solid steering wheel that responds only as accurately as it is operated and a heavy push acceleration combined to deliver the best sense of stability.


Add BMW's unique powerful brake performance, optimum body weight distribution, and improved body strength to give the driver confidence that they can control the car in the event of an emergency, even in the event of a sudden manoeuvre, so the driving pleasure can only grow.


While the stability felt during high-speed crouching is a great attraction, the true appeal of the 3 Series is most felt in the busy corner of the hands and feet that control the car. If you experience one or two corners, you will soon become confident and soon find yourself enjoying the process of moving from one corner to the next. 


The BMW New 3 Series is neither too aggressive to dig in the lane nor push out the corner easily. The pleasantly body-feeling suspension and damper firmness ensure that the body's movement is inhibited and the tires are constantly pushed to the floor. 


As much as the sharp yet accurate steering and body response, it's fun to get out of the corner and into the next corner. Even at moderate speeds, the accelerator pedal rotates the engine without delay and transfers more power to the ground.




In addition, the Michelin PS4 tire on the New BMW 320d M Sport offers the New 3 Series as much motor performance as its reputation, especially its cornering response, plus even more powerful braking. The strong lower body feel and the response of the tyres to the sport drive, along with seats, steering wheels, engines and brakes, will give me a strong confidence that I can get my driving performance out of hand whenever I want. 


To have a high level of performance and yet always deliver confidence to drivers, namely to have confidence that comes from being able to control the performance of a car on its own.


This is a very essential and most basic element of sports cars in the 21st century. Here's an additional element of everyday life in the THE ALL-NEW BMW 3 SERIES. The 3 Series is a car that needs to be used comfortably in everyday life as it has the pleasure of driving. 

 

When you're enjoying the sport driving that makes you laugh, and you start to relax and gently operate the steering wheel, the solid sensation that comes from the body changes quickly, and you're able to crawl along like crouching.


And the driving performance you can take out whenever you need it and the real pleasure of driving it, so you can switch to sports driving whenever you want. The tucked-in highway, the winding winding winding winding road, it doesn't all about. Even just changing lanes on a rather stuffy downtown road brings joy to the new 3rd series.





The New 3 Series is simply a daily sports driving experience, and it's a comfortable and safe vehicle for anyone who wants to enjoy driving. 


To accurately convey the true pleasure of driving to drivers by meeting the demanding conditions of sports and daily life. 

It's a three-series Heritage site that's been around since the debut of the first three series 45 years ago, until today's seventh-generation BMW 3 series. 


The BMW New 3 Series is the standard for perpetual sports sedans, and it is still the most efficient sports driving car that delivers a variety of fun to drivers and the best personal car that meets the comfort of everyday life. 


Unfortunately, Glo can't tell you all about the fun of the New 3 Series. Because the pleasure I've described so far is something that can only be felt through experience. If you're curious about the unique three-series fun, make sure to test drive at the nearest BMW showroom. 

 

I'm sure you'll be looking back at the stalled BMW New 3 Series, as you'll regret when you get off the 3 Series after driving.


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Maserati Levante GTS Test Drive





I am test-driving Maserati Levante GTS. Its point is to have a 3.8-liter V-type 8-cylinder twin turbo engine and perform super sports cars with a maximum speed of 292 km/h in 4.2 seconds of acceleration of 0-100 km/h. Starting with the 3.0-liter V6, it is currently segmenting by putting together high-performance versions. It is an SUV, but it is a model that shows that it is saving the DNA of sports car brand Maserati. 


Sales of SUVs are on the rise even as overall sales fell in 2018 due to the global economic slowdown. Not only premium brands but also mass-production brands are working hard to increase profitability with SUVs. Models that use scarcity as weapons, such as Bentley Bentayga, Lamborghini Urus and Rolls-Royce Cullinan, are also showing strong presence.


There is a difference. A brand with relatively small sales numbers cannot line up models in all segments. However, it has to do segmentation to meet market needs. Porsche has a lineup of various models, with its flagship model 911 having a difference in output figures. It is divided into Carrera and Carrera S, Carrera 4S, Turbo, Turbo S, GT3, and GT2 RS. The base is the difference in engine power and the lower body setting that supports its performance is different. Instead of that, they employ only the options that consumers want, effectively offering different models. It is a marketing strategy that protects scarcity.




Maserati Levante is also undergoing segmentation. When it debuted, it started with Levante and Levante S, which have 3.0-liter V6 engines. And today's test-drive GTS and Trofeo, which are equipped with a 3.8-liter V8 engine, have been added. The distinction is the output figure. It is a way to emphasize that it is a sports car. If a sports car brand makes an SUV, he claims to be a sports car, too.


Therefore, the fifth model of the Maserati brand, Levante, Levante s (430 horsepower), Levante GTS (550 horsepower), Levante Trofeo (600 horsepower), and Levante Diesel (275 horsepower), have five models in line.


Like all sports cars and sports sedans today, Levante s also represents the GT. This is the expression of sports cars that are high-performance and not too much for long-distance driving.




The Levante GTS, which will test drive today, has a maximum speed of 292 km/h and an acceleration of 4.2 seconds from 0-100 km/h. The only conditions for this speed are Germany's autobahn on Earth, except for the circuits and the Proving Ground. The performance figures mentioned above, in fact, are symbolic in the case of the market, where there is not a mature culture like most of Europe and Japan where one can pay for and enjoy the performance of one's own sports car.


Still, automakers put their product performance figures at the forefront. At least so far. No, that will be the case for a long time to come. Despite the fast-paced digitalization process and claims that the arrival of self-driving cars is just around the corner, the company is still putting "the joy of running" to the fore It is designed to appeal the brand's philosophy and DNA, increasing the loyal user base. So far, the value of the car as hardware means it is valid.


Maserati's sales figures illustrate that trend. The number of global sales stood at 6,300 in 2012, up five-fold in two years to 36,500 in 2014. In 2017, 51,500 units were sold. China sold 16,100 units, 15,800 units in North America and 11,200 in Europe. It also surpassed the 2,000 mark in the Korean market, outperforming Japan's 1,900. In response to the sudden increase in sales, Maserati said it would limit its 2018 sales target to 75,000.




The Levante belongs to a large SUV segment with a field of 5 meters and a wheel base of over 3 meters. But on the outside, it is reminiscent of the Cayenne, a segment one level down. This is due to relatively low overalls, low nose, coupe-lake silhouettes and narrow green houses. The whole silhouette is in line with Quattroporte or Ghibli. This is due to the use of dynamic curves.


The GTS' face is centered on the trident emblem, and the radiator grille is the main point of the black chrome vertical bar.  The shape of the bumper and the air-intake below it is also different. The left and right sides are getting bigger, creating a rally car vibe. It is a technique to save a sense of low center. Full-matrix LED headlights are set to option. It provides 20% higher visibility than Bi-Xenon, 25% lower fever and more than doubling life expectancy.


On the side, silhouettes reminiscent of sports coupe are still fresh. Red brake calipers in different front and rear sizes also play a part. The test drive is a 21-inch wheel, but it can be selected within 22 inches. A bumper exclusively for GTS is also employed at the back. It is also notable that the diffuser is carbon fibre in the same color as the body.





The interior is not much different from the V6 model. The purple color of the optional dashboard and door handle is not seen in the usual family car. Touch-screen monitors in the center fascia reflect the digital age well. Sports cars are no exception in this area. In the middle of the instrument panel, all information regarding driving can be found in the display window. Operation shall be performed by a switch on the right side of the steering wheel, on the spoke. be written in Korean The five buttons on the left side of the selector lever are slightly different from the V6. The sports mode button and damper button were separated instead of M button.


Seats are five-seater, not eight-way, 12-way electric-controlled sports seats. The leather sheet "Pieno Fiore" has a distinctive texture as well as color. Seat positions are lower than comparable SUVs. The seating position is firm. It is a full bucket type and has good support. A total of 28 color combinations are available. The test drive is all purple. There is a rail in the trunk and it is an option.


The engine is a 3.8-liter V-type eight-cylinder twin-turbo gasoline, which is based on the Quattroporte GTS. It has redesigned cylinder heads and pistons, connecting rods and twin scroll turbochargers. It has a maximum output of 550 horsepower and a maximum torque of 74.74 kgm (700 Nm).


The transmission has already been experienced through the ZF's torque converter 8-speed AT. Levante S, but the transmission speed in Normal and Sport mode is 0.25 litres, faster than 0.4 seconds in the racer. Shift speeds, engine characteristics and height can be converted into four drive modes. An idling stop organization is also employed.




The driving method is a method of controlling wet multi-plate clutch developed jointly with Q4 AWD. Magna Steer, called Intelligent Full Type 4WD. It is an on demand type that controls the front and rear torque distribution according to road surface, speed, etc. The normal operation is 100% rear wheel and depends on the situation. In off-road mode, 50 : 50 is allocated. In highway driving, the drive to the front wheels is not more than 20 percent. In addition, it employs mechanical LSD on its rear axle, which increases rotational performance along with torque vectoring function using ESP.


First, check the gear ratio. Engine running at 100 km/h is close to 1,600 rpm. The Red Zone starts at 7,200 rpm and is slightly higher than the V6 engine.


Full acceleration, while stationary, slightly exceeds 7,000 rpm and results in shift up. It is also a high-rotation type. 2nd stage at 60km/h, 3rd stage at 90km/h and 4th stage at 140km/h. V6 was also surprised by the Italian car-like acceleration, but V8 is a world of stars. The same acceleration figures have a different sense of extraction. Medium acceleration explosive. Compared to the power output, the weight is 4.18 kg/ps. Levante S is 5.26 kg/ps.


The right foot feels different from the start. It is ready to bounce off the touch even though it is gently touched. Use slightly higher rotation than the V6 engine. For this reason, even in urban driving, normality is the type that values quietness, but there is a clear difference from that of the V6. It is a reaction that stimulates the right foot.




Most of all, the eight-cylinder engine's tone is more emphasized by Maserati. Even with full throttle on the highway, shift up is smooth, unlike the V6 that saved the explosion. Engine rotation rises without hesitation until just before the red zone. The responsiveness of the accelerator pedal in sport mode, the shift schedule of the transmission, and the exhaust tone vary. Sound that feels like natural air intake comes to life.


For quieter and more efficient driving, the use of I.C.E. (Increased Control & Efficiency) mode increases fuel economy as well as control on slippery roads.


Suspension is double wishbone in front, multi-link in back. The damping stroke is short. It feels longer than Porsche Cayenne. It delivers most of the information on the road and digests it with appropriate attenuation power. Active Air Suspension with Sky Hook Dampers is the basic lowest ground clearance of 207mm and can be raised up to 40mm in off-road mode. All six levels can be adjusted. It can be lowered in two stages: 20mm and 35mm. In parking, it can be lowered to 45mm for liftability. Pressing the sports mode button twice lowers the vehicle height by 20mm and also shortens the damping stroke.




The handling characteristics centered around the steering wheel of the lock to lock 2.7 revolutions are approximately under. It's an easy-to-handle characteristic. The responsiveness of the steering wheel is instantaneous. The behavior of the hairpin and the winding road makes you want to compare directly with Ghibli. It will be different in extreme situations, but it would be better to choose the Levant if the conditions are too sloppy. It's a time when SUVs are popular. There is no need to say more if there is GTS.


Hairpins and cornering show stable behavior with low center of gravity. The front and rear weight distribution 50 : 50 and the higher body rigidity. The same thing happened when I rode the V6, but I have a great sense of returning without being aware of the high-altitude area. Integrated vehicle control (IVC) that reduces engine torque immediately and allocates the required braking force to each wheel when body movement is unstable. At times like this, I want to run to the circuit.




I was expecting a V8 engine at the time of the V6 test drive, but it's a move that responds to you. Again, I want to compare directly with Porsche Cayenne in the circuits.


ADAS equipment includes ACC and car maintenance aids. Release of the hand from the steering wheel will sound a warning tone on the instrument cluster after approximately 10 seconds. If the steering wheel is not held after three repetitions, the function will be disabled. When caught, it becomes active again. The camera's lane recognition rate is not much different from the V6. The level of lane detection has become more acute than that of the V6.




Levante GTS is a differentiator. More precisely, subdivisions. The development of SUVs smaller than the Levante is also part of the segmentation. Clearly there are users who choose to distinguish between the differences. The Levante S also has Gran Sports and Gran Russo trims. It's just a dress-up tune. The pleasure of the car is still 'running, spinning and stopping'. Even with the addition of connectivity and ADAS equipment, the driver still wants full self-control. Of course, creativity with a scarcity called Maserati plays the biggest role.


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