ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM
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Carrera S;
Don't know if there is any performance relationship between Active Curve and Off Road, but I road tested GL550 with & without Active Curve and there is a significant difference in handling. Wouldn't have bought GL if Active Curve had not been available-too "floaty".
BTW, I have Off Road and given recent weather in NE, it has been extremely good even with OEM 21" tires.
BTW, I have Off Road and given recent weather in NE, it has been extremely good even with OEM 21" tires.
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2024 GLS450, Previously 2020 GLS450, 2017 GLS450, 2014 GL450, 2012 GL450
I don't have the ACS or the ADS system, and I was afraid to test drive one with that option since I didn't want it to become a must-have option once I experienced it.
The GL450 w/o it is "floaty", sometimes I do regret not getting it on local drives, but then the $3500+ saved brings a bit of comfort
The GL450 w/o it is "floaty", sometimes I do regret not getting it on local drives, but then the $3500+ saved brings a bit of comfort
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From: Kansas City
2024 GLS 450
After reading the suggestions on this forum, I ordered mine with ACS. It handles turns and curves with almost no movement side-to-side. I saw no need to order the Off Road Package, but I almost never take my vehicle off of pavement. I'm very happy with my choice.
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Good choice. I too had to choose between a non-ACS car with other frills such as heated steering wheel and power second row entry, etc. I chose the ACS which will be used all the time as opposed to options used occasionally.
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2018 e63 wagon, R8 GT, 991 GT3, Golf GTI, Jetta GLI
Do some search. You'll find some good answers.
Would never buy another MB SUV without it.
I love to drive like many of us here and it's a difference that can be felt, especially on a big car like the GL. Even my wife notices the difference.
If you're not that specific about handling, don't get it. You'll never know the difference.
Would never buy another MB SUV without it.
I love to drive like many of us here and it's a difference that can be felt, especially on a big car like the GL. Even my wife notices the difference.
If you're not that specific about handling, don't get it. You'll never know the difference.
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