I'm intrigued by the adjustable drive modes in my Mini. Can someone explain how this is done: like a mixture of fuel/air injection and timing changes? How does this lead to fuel economy, particularly in Green mode. Finally, I recently switched to Regular gas 87 octane and find no apparent difference.
Nothing that complex:
SPORT will change:
- Throttle mapping (more sensitive gas pedal)
- Heavier, more direct steering
- More aggressive shift points if you have a automatic
- Pop and burble effect from the exhaust on overrun
- If you have Dynamic Dampers, the shocks stiffen as well for tighter feeling handling
GREEN will change:
- Throttle mapping (less sensitive)
- MUCH more conservative shift points (again, if you have an auto box)
- Dials back power used for climate control functions and seat heaters
- "Coasting" mode on automatics - car will go into neutral over 30 mph if the gas pedal isn't being pressed
Also, you paid a decent amount of money buying a MINI - please don't cheap out and use 87 octane! :crying: You may not feel it, but you can cause damage to the engine long term.