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I have a very early model 2015 DS. When we got it, of course I noticed the lack of throttle response. It was lacking compared to the Evoque we test drove for a day but it handled much better which redeemed it. The lag wasn't terrible but it was there. Until the turbo spooled up the little 2.0L was gutless and I'm pretty sure that the shift mapping had it caught out in the wrong gear. Over time, the low end response has got much better, but turbo lag and improper gear selection is still noticeable. I'm sure the computer has done some learning and dialed in refinements over time. But like I said, it could be better.
That being said...
I had my DS in for an oil change yesterday and I was issued a 2016 DS for a loaner (with 5K miles on the clock). If that vehicle is an example of the latest Discovery Sports, then I have to say that the DS has gone backwards on this issue. I don't think I've ever driven a more gutless car from start and low speeds. It took FOREVER for something to happen. It was nothing short of terrible. Again, if this is the norm, I don't see how they are selling.
Also I noticed that the fuel gauge fault is still there. Full tank read 234 miles to empty.
InControl was glitchy, speed limit sign was wrong some of the time....read 80 MPH in a 65 zone???? 55 in a 25???
That's just the things I noticed in the 45 mins I was behind the wheel for the day.
Maybe this one was built on a Friday but this is pretty unbelievable IMHO.
How does this happen? As the model years go on, the model should get more refined, not go backwards.
That being said...
I had my DS in for an oil change yesterday and I was issued a 2016 DS for a loaner (with 5K miles on the clock). If that vehicle is an example of the latest Discovery Sports, then I have to say that the DS has gone backwards on this issue. I don't think I've ever driven a more gutless car from start and low speeds. It took FOREVER for something to happen. It was nothing short of terrible. Again, if this is the norm, I don't see how they are selling.
Also I noticed that the fuel gauge fault is still there. Full tank read 234 miles to empty.
InControl was glitchy, speed limit sign was wrong some of the time....read 80 MPH in a 65 zone???? 55 in a 25???
That's just the things I noticed in the 45 mins I was behind the wheel for the day.
Maybe this one was built on a Friday but this is pretty unbelievable IMHO.
How does this happen? As the model years go on, the model should get more refined, not go backwards.