The R/T, which has a sportier suspension and firmer ride than other models, felt extremely stable on the road, even during torrential rains.

And it expects one in five buyers to opt for the SE, with its firmer ride, crisper steering and bigger (16-inch) wheels.

XRS models have overly aggressive tires that result in a firmer ride than many rival compact cars.

Its chassis dishes out 200bhp efficiently enough but betrays its age with indifferent grip and a very firm ride.

While Chrysler's sedan has a firm European ride, Ford dialed up the softness in its suspension.

There will no coubt have been a trade-off in terms of a firmer ride in exchange for reduced wallow.

Due to reinforcement in tire side walls, run-flat tires usually give firmer rides compared to conventional tires.

Hydractive 3+ systems contain additional spheres that can be engaged and disengaged via a Sport button, resulting in a firmer ride.

However, a firm suspension also means a somewhat firm ride, and Fit tended to bound and hop over bumps.

I prefer the firmer, more controlled ride of the heavier BMW.