RJC

Good to hear no issues, new Q8 3.0 having well turbo lag and trans problems mostly with stop start on.

RJC

How the ride on 21's? Is airmatic needed?

GregW / Oregon

As per others, drivetrain is excellent. No lag, good shifts, imperceptible start/stop. Feels fast in Sport mode.

GregW / Oregon

Not sure since I have E-ABC, but this class of car deserves at least Airmatic.

RJC

Yes airmatic is a must as are the 21's that necessitate it. Luv the amg appear pk,g but like the other 21's a bit better for some reason. Had the multi 21 on my Scoupe so maybe Im just bored w/them, but the 21" dbl 5 spokes seem to pop more.

bigpern23

Reading through the manual, it seems this is what the route-based speed adaptation does - it slows you down when it knows a corner or roundabout is approaching. It’s been pretty good for me, slowing as I approach a corner, but if someone is behind me, I often take control.

bigpern23

Greg is right that it should have AIRMATIC (I included it in my original order and sacrificed it to get my rig at least two months sooner), but it most certainly isn’t needed. The drive without it is incredibly smooth. I remarked to my wife that I wish I had been able to test drive a 450 with AIRMATIC or E-ABC because they must be spectacular to justify the premium cost. The standard steel springs really drive nicely.

RJC

Are you on 21's? Are they ROF's?

bad habit

It depends on the roads in your driving area. I am very happy with the AIRMATIC, driving on Individual with everything set to "Sport" and suspension set on "Comfort" is great.
The suspension is absurdly well balanced for an SUV, it is steady with nonexistent body roll, you can go into turns fast with no issues whatsoever.

bigpern23

21-inch multispokes, yes. What are ROFs?

Paul.F

Anybody know how to get into the HUD settings menu. I have tried to follow the manual but it seems to not make sense and sends me round in circles. much appreciated if someone could try it and relay their finding on here.

tinman831

Press the home button on the left side of the steering wheel to access the menu in the gauge cluster. Swipe up with your thumb to select the menu for the HUD settings. I think that should be it.

Paul.F

Thanks for that. it is what I have been trying but just realised its on the opposite side for right hand drive vehicles. Doh.

GregW / Oregon

Do you mean Run Flats? The answer is "no." You get a spare, except with 3rd row option you get a compressor/sealant kit.

RJC

Yes, run on flat, glad to hear they are not. Good for MB. Thx

RJC

Thx Run On Flats...based upon your comments I may pass on the airmatic.

RJC

It appears the massaging seats are NA with AMG interior, is this accurate?

tinman831

Thats what the dealer ordering guide says.

bigpern23

Correct. Nor is the driver assistance package.

RJC

Thanks, wow get a lot but give up a lot.

bigpern23

Yeah, it really makes for a difficult choice. I wanted the DAP and the AMG interior. Ultimately, I prioritized the AMG over the DAP when I placed my orders but, unable to get the ordered vehicles in a reasonable timeframe, I finally gave up on getting the AMG interior and got one in stock at a dealership that had DAP. Without having driven in the AMG interior for comparison's sake, I'm really happy I have the DAP. I also ended up with the multi contour massaging seats, which are phenomenal.

RJC

Thanks, yes the msg seats are amazing... as the DAP...when you get a minute can you snap a quick pic of one of the front the seats, the confg's image is so so.

bigpern23

I’ve got this on my phone already, but I can take a better shot of them tomorrow if you want it.

RJC

^Thank you. Very nice interior. The non-AMG seats on the confiq have a quilted type pattern of sewn squares...wonder what seats they represent?

bigpern23

Looks like the one you describe on the configurator is the black/magma grey Nappa leather, right?