Test Drive
I take delivery of my new 3IS in a few days, but test drove the dealer's demo (a top-spec non-F-sport hybrid) today.
Good points: - superb interior, gives great space and a real feel that you are in something much larger than a compact family car; - hybrid *is hardly noticeable*, not the dramatic difference from everyday diesel the car mags would have us believe; - the "synthetic engine noise" is *nothing like* as intrusive as the YouTube videos suggest, I actually found it quite pleasant; - the soundproofing is unbelievable; - the nav screen is plenty big enough, and the HD is remarkably clear; and - the difference between Eco and Sport mode is marked and makes for great potential entertainment! Bad points: - the car is very heavy, limiting the sporty side somewhat; - refinement is not quite what it could be (inferior to a Volvo S80 in comfort chassis mode); and - some controls strike me as in strange positions (I don't like the parking brake position). Overall, I highly recommend it to you all! |
The control issues aren't really issues once the steering wheel is switched to the other side of the car -- the correct side imo. :)
Thanks for taking the time to do a write up. |
Heh heh :)
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