The sport setting is firm, but not jarring. It's not as adroit handling in sport as coil over suspension, but adequate for my needs. I have has no issue with any curves I have encountered with it not handling them with very little sway and slide. If I was going for a more dedicated track car I would have gone with coil overs. It is a delicious little beast. The JCW PRO exhaust is a nice addition for more power and more noise if you are so inclined and you have the option of having it open or closed.