Need an executive car with a smooth ride
I have a Lexus GS300H at the moment on 17-inch wheels. I'd like to replace it with something that provides a smoother ride over rough roads. Would I be better off with something like a Lexus NX or anther make?
Asked on 26 October 2016 by boatman126
Answered by
Honest John
If you mean typical, British, potholed A, B and white roads, then nothing less than 55 profile tyres and preferably air suspension as on a Range Rover or the bigger Discovery. If you mean rocky tracks, then you'll need a minimum 60 profile tyres and the Hyunda Santa Fe and KIA Sorento this fitted are remarkably good on this sort of road. Whatever, it must have fully independent suspension. A solid axle at the back as on a pick-up truck is no good for ride comfort. NXs tend to come on big wheels with low profile tyres and don't have brilliant suspension.
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