My right hand is constantly changing modes or shifting!
If I want to accelerate off the line really fast, I'll start in 1st 'gear' and tap the shifter to D mode and back to SD after I have accelerated through 1st. I am not sure if it is any faster, but it seems like it, and its kinda fun!
When decelerating, I will put it in sport mode if easily decelerating (gives a little engine breaking. If breaking a little hard, I will up shift in the steptronic mode to help me slow quicker (not to rev the engine hi, only maybe to 3000-3500 rpms).
In regular driving, I will stay in D mode unless I plan to push the gas more than halfway down.
The CVT technology is great. I've appreciated this type of transmission for years!! |