What is the difference between S gear and M gear?
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S gear and M gear difference: S gear represents the sports mode of the car, this gear enhances the car's power performance; M gear switches to manual mode, but only the manual-automatic transmission has this function. The following is a partial introduction about S gear and M gear: 1. When the car is in S gear, the engine will be in a high-speed state, and the fuel injection volume will increase sharply under high speed, which will inevitably increase the car's fuel consumption. 2. During driving, the M gear represents the manual-automatic transmission, M is the manual mode, including M+ and M-, simply put, it can be automatically shifted or manually shifted.
I've been driving for over ten years and find the S and M modes quite interesting. The S mode stands for Sport mode, where the vehicle automatically delays upshifting to keep the engine RPM higher, delivering more aggressive acceleration—perfect for overtaking on highways or open roads. The exhilarating push-back feeling is great, though fuel consumption tends to be a bit higher. The M mode, or Manual mode, requires the driver to shift gears manually using paddles or the gear lever, offering greater control—like downshifting to slow down on descents and prevent brake overheating, or using higher gears on snowy roads to avoid wheel spin. For daily city commutes, I still prefer the convenience of D mode, but when I want some driving fun, I switch to S or M. However, always prioritize safe driving by choosing the appropriate mode for road conditions.
