■ EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to turn the
steering wheel.
■ E-Four (Electronic On-Demand AWD system)
Automatically controls the drive system such as to front-wheel drive or AWD (all
wheel drive) according to various running conditions including normal driving,
during cornering, on a uphill, when starting off, during acceleration, on a slippery
roads due to snow or rain, thus contributing to stable operability and driving
stability.
■ Automatic Rear Flashing Hazard Lights
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The rear side radar sensors detect following vehicles driving in the same lane. If the
system determines that the possibility of a rear-end collision is high, the emergency
flashers will flash rapidly to warn the driver of the following vehicle. Simultaneously,
a message will be displayed on the multi-information display to notify the driver of
the approach of the following vehicle.
■ Adaptive Variable Suspension System
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By independently controlling the damping force of the shock absorbers for each of
the 4 wheels according to the road and driving conditions, this system helps riding
comfort with superior vehicle stability, and helps good vehicle posture.
Also, the damping force changes depending on the selected driving mode.
■ Emergency brake signal
When the brakes are applied suddenly, the stop lights automatically flash to alert
the vehicle behind.
■ The Secondary Collision Brake
When the SRS airbag sensor detects a collision and the system operates, the
brakes and brake lights are automatically controlled to reduce the vehicle speed
and help reduce the possibility of further damage due to a secondary collision.
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If equipped
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