ACC- Silly question?

[H12]

Apologies if this has been asked before but does ACC change the chassis set up only or does it also play around with the steering and pedal on the right as well?

Thinking logically I would have thought just the chassis    but I seem to remember having read somewhere that it can make the steering more responsive depending on the set up?

Thanks guys !

[topher]

from my review up there^

That ACC wotsit

The model we tested was fitted with the £705 optional ACC feature. Adaptive Chassis Control is much like many other “sport” buttons you might find in a sporty motor, pulling back on the power steering assistance to improve feedback and feel through the wheel, and changing the fuel/ignition mapping to provide a slightly sharper throttle response. The ACC however has another trick up it's turrets. Suspended metal filings in the shock absorbers become magnetised to stiffen up the ride. It all sounds a bit geeky but it really does make a difference. At motorway speeds comfort mode makes the GTI a pleasure to drive. It's easily as smooth and quiet as a 3 Series or C Class which should make it a capable long distance tourer. In sport mode however the Alpine route was twice as much fun. The ride is noticeably harder and you can feel the suspension making adjustments as the weight of the car is shifted from one side to the other. If you're buying a new GTI to commute to work every day then you will be happy without this optional extra. If you're like me and love to go out and find quiet roads on a Sunday afternoon to have some fun then ACC is definitely the option to choose over something like xenon lights or the stereo upgrade.

[Snoopy]

The quote from VW on ACC, ( i typed it out so i may have spelt things wrong ).

"ACC adapts the damping control and shock absorption rate to the road conditions and driving style you require within milliseconds. At the touch of the button, you decide how firm or comfortable you wish to set the suspension, with the choice of three settings: Normal, Comfort, or Sport. In the normal mode, the principle advantage of the system is that the dampers are constantly adjusted to the road and the driving conditions. In the sport mode, the dampers are considerably stiffer and the steering becomes more responsive. A direct contrast to Comfort mode were the suspension is adjusted to maximum passenger comfort, particularly when travelling on poor road surfaces or long motorway journeys."

[H12]

Nice one- thanks for clarifying Topher !

Cheers Snoop- I'll give the dealers a ring tomorrow as they haven't got back to me yet and let you know what they say about my order 

[Snoopy]

I have a question on ACC?

How much more comfortable is the car in comfort mode over a car without ACC in owners views?

[keelaw]

I have a question on ACC?

How much more comfortable is the car in comfort mode over a car without ACC in owners views?

to answer this properly, really need someone to have sat in an ACC car and a non-ACC car over the same road (ideally of poor quality).

i haven't done this... has anyone else?

[topher]

ACC is all about the sport mode, if you want comfort buy a cushion

[Snoopy]

http://www.volkswagen.co.uk/#/new/golf-gti-vi/explore/experience/drive/optional-adaptive-chassis-control/

[GolfTi]

I think ACC is a brilliant option and the differences are quite noticable between settings.
My kids can tell with their eyes shut.

Normal seems to be close to the ride my old mk5 but it does adjust depending on the conditions.