RZ 450e Base Model Ride Quality

[Billabong89]

Just got a chance to test out my dad’s new RZ 450e - he went with the base model and those 18” wheels. Took it for a spin and, man, the ride is kinda brutal. It’s like hitting a mini trampoline every time we hit a bump, and the wind noise on the highway is no joke. Didn’t expect it to be this rough. Anyone else dealing with this or got any tricks to smooth things out?

 

[Falkirk39]

I’m driving the 2023 Luxury model with the 20-inch wheels, and I’m pretty satisfied with how it handles. When cruising at around 70-90 mph on local highways, it’s impressively smooth and quiet.

 

[teej]

Just got a chance to test out my dad’s new RZ 450e - he went with the base model and those 18” wheels. Took it for a spin and, man, the ride is kinda brutal. It’s like hitting a mini trampoline every time we hit a bump, and the wind noise on the highway is no joke. Didn’t expect it to be this rough. Anyone else dealing with this or got any tricks to smooth things out?

I don't experience this with mine, RZ450e Premium, 18" wheels, core package delete (none of those lost options impact suspension/handling, though). The ride is pretty smooth. No wind noise at all--with windows up, barely any sound makes it into the car, in fact.

I find the sport mode steering a little tighter and more responsive.