Question V4 to V8 noise under light acceleration

[YFCvii]

While in A7 mode and approaching a hill, use the paddle to downshift 1 gear. The 4 mode will switch to 8 immediately. The paddles are a great driving tool even when the gear selector is in full auto mode. Use the left paddle to downshift progressively coming into a stop with track exhaust turned on - who-hoo what a sound. Approaching a stop or fast turn, hold the downshift paddle for 2 seconds and the tranny moves to the lowest gear possible for that speed. Again - what a thrilling sound and feel. Hold the upshift paddle for 2 seconds and the tranny returns to full auto mode. Lots to play with there and adds to the JOY of driving the A8.

I was not aware of the “holding the paddleshift” attributes. I will need to test that now
The A8 paddleshifts were excellent on my going-to-the-sun road experience while on the lengthy decent and not having to use the brake at all while Vehicles ahead were constantly braking due to the steep grade.

 

[Vanguard2001]

The two second downshift is a lot of fun around town and sounds just like selecting second gear after the long straight away in a M7 at Spring Mountain. Sure turns heads on major city streets but I don't do it in my local neighbourhood. If the car is at a lower speed, it will shift to 1st gear and wind up the tack. Total blood rush! Have fun playing with it Spence.