What is the function of the Lynk & Co ESC Sport Mode?
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The function of the Lynk & Co ESC Sport Mode is to help the owner avoid danger. When making quick turns or lane changes and the vehicle becomes unstable, it compensates for the vehicle's stability by applying the wheel brakes or controlling the engine torque. Taking the Lynk & Co 01 2021 2.0TD Two-Wheel Drive Pro as an example: The manufacturer of this car is Lynk & Co, its class is compact SUV, and the energy type is gasoline. The car's length, width, and height are 4549mm, 1860mm, and 1689mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2734mm. The intake form is turbocharged, the transmission is an 8-speed automatic manual, the body type is a 5-door 5-seat SUV, and the top speed is 210 kilometers per hour.
I usually drive my Lynk & Co to work, and the ESC Sport mode mainly makes the car more fun to drive. Normally, ESC (Electronic Stability Control) automatically applies brakes here and there to prevent skidding or rollovers, but being too safe can make cornering feel restrictive. In Sport mode, it loosens up a bit, reducing intervention to allow slight drifts or more aggressive acceleration, with quicker response in corners and more sensitive steering. I've tried it on rainy highways—Sport mode noticeably enhances tire grip without losing control, as the safety net remains. The downside is slightly higher fuel consumption and faster tire wear, so it's best used on dry roads or weekend joyrides rather than daily driving. Overall, it balances fun and safety, adding a bit of excitement to ordinary driving.
