A COMFORTABLE AND SOFT RIDE (TOO SOFT)
Behind the wheel of the new Optima it’s easy to point out several more faults – although there are certainly some positive aspects to the driving experience as well.
On the down-size, the car rides far too loosely on its suspension. It bobs and sways and when you put your foot into it and change lanes on the highway the steering becomes vague as the sedan rolls back on its suspension.
See also:
Automatic transaxle
Checking the automatic transaxle
fluid level
The automatic transaxle fluid level
should be checked regularly.
Keep the vehicle on the level ground with
the parking brake applied and check the
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And the moves?
Ride quality over the rough roads in downtown and rural roads was extremely
well modulated, resulting in a relatively quiet ride. If anything, the
low-profile 17-inch tires were guilty of allowing ...
More space for people and cargo, and a quieter drive
Luggage space in new Kia Sportage benefits from the 70 mm increase in the
vehicle's rear overhang. With the rear seats upright, the cargo bay is 80 mm
longer and 110 mm wider at floor level, thank ...