Hello - A4 to MPS?
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Hello - A4 to MPS?
Hi folks, I'm fattie from aberdeen.
I'm currently driving a A4 2.5 tdi quattro, (180ps) and am looking for a new car. MPS caught my eye due to the 4WD and pokey engine. I haven't test driven yet but am looking to ASAP, just a shortage of Mazda 6 MPS in my area.
Came across a review on the 6 MPS and a small comment in there got me a little worried:
The best thing about the quattro is the way it corners, and I'm worried the MPS will keep slipping into front wheel drive when I'm going B-road mad?
Thanks for your help folks!
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I'm currently driving a A4 2.5 tdi quattro, (180ps) and am looking for a new car. MPS caught my eye due to the 4WD and pokey engine. I haven't test driven yet but am looking to ASAP, just a shortage of Mazda 6 MPS in my area.
Came across a review on the 6 MPS and a small comment in there got me a little worried:
The MPS offers a staggering amount of grip, thanks to a complex four wheel drive system. Power is split equally between the front and rear wheels when moving off, and transfers fully to the front under normal driving conditions. When the driver decides to progress a bit quicker, power is sent to the rear. The trouble is, it moves the power to the front wheels, meaning the MPS has a tendency to plough on straight when you really need the wheels to turn the car. It would be far better for it to stay in four wheel drive through the corner. That said, most drivers will find themselves running out of grip long before the car does. The ride is very good, an achievement given the combination of stiff sports suspension and low profile wheels.
Thanks for your help folks!
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