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Old 11-08-2014, 11:04 AM
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You've guessed it, boot/trunk space.

I know that maybe I should get a van but I've yet to find one that does 0-62 in 5.5 seconds and has Adaptive cruise.
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Originally Posted by synchrocnc
I know that maybe I should get a van but I've yet to find one that does 0-62 in 5.5 seconds and has Adaptive cruise.
Wow I've never noticed the light on the side, cool.
Then again I carry about the same amount of stuff 100% of the time, so it might be obscured....
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After three years, I am still not used or adjusted to the two high headrests in the back. On balance, I am not sure of the balance between what this contributes in relation to whiplash prevention vs. accidents due to reduced rearward visibility.
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Make an S8 with diesel engine would be awesome. Did never think that the first S with diesel would be the Q5.
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Originally Posted by mishar
Art needs design step back. D3 looks smooth and elegant. D4 aggressive and bulky.
Want to like the D4 and hoped for a bit more from the recent refresh bodywork. The D4 is much better dynamically and technologically than the D3 and has the best interior at any price, although the new S Class comes close. Although relatively light compared to other large sedans, its apparent bulk has kept me in my D3.
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This discussion on lane assist reminded me:
Originally Posted by derfA8L
Would be lots more fun if the seat vibrated instead of the steering wheel ;^)
A seat that massages your legs and butt as well as back.
My legs get darn stiff on long drives !

I park as far as reasonably possible from convenience stores and rest area washrooms just to get the circulation going again.
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Interesting thread, at the best forum..
Good to see it`s not only me hearing voices in my head.

I like you thougts, here`s some of mine:

Actice suspension
I would also like to have the active suspenstion from Porsche Panamera (PDCC) at this sleek supercar - that way the car will have the best possible traction through wheels in perfect angle to the road at alle times, and no body-roll. This also increase the comfort for the passengers. The new "lean in " tecnology from the S Coupe would make it even more comfortable for the passengers in the car. Look at a Nurburgring lap of my former Panamera Turbo with PDCC (no body roll through active suspension) from my brothers 991 Carrera. Cant wait to post laps at the forum with my new S8, going there in may 2015 to get better known with the S8.



Steering
The steering the first ⅛ turn is good in comfort, but then its getting slightly to heave. Is there a steering recaibration avaliable?
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I would suggest a different placement of the seat memory controls. Often times a passenger or someone I'm letting drive the car will hit the OFF button when reaching for the door handle to get out and then be confused by why the MMI pops up saying "Seat Memory Disabled" and then I have to turn it back on again when I notice it.
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I second that. Most annoying especially at the car wash when they move the seat completely forward or back.
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I want a 3rd seat memory button, too.


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