@Fastbike1000 – I found the auto box excellent. Acceleration was great from traffic lights and junctions. My various cars for the past 30 years have all been automatics and I can honestly say this is one of the best gearboxes. I drove it on A and B roads as well as the country lanes near where I live, it coped well over bumps and a few pot holes. I liked the different modes there are to conserve your fuel and just use the battery.