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drivability

American

[drahy-vuh-bil-i-tee] / ˌdraɪ vəˈbɪl ɪ ti /

Or driveability

noun

Automotive.

the degree of smoothness and steadiness of acceleration of an automotive vehicle.

The automatic transmission has been improved to give the new model better drivability.

Etymology

Origin of drivability

First recorded in 1970–75; drive + -ability

Example Sentences

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Consider the drivability problem fixed, just in time to enjoy the Tiguan’s many creature comforts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

We have to keep the eyes open that we had issues in Bahrain in terms of reliability and we need to fix the issue of drivability.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2023

But the 10 percent will make a big difference in drivability, off-road capability, towing capability, and things like that.

From The Verge • Oct. 19, 2021

“But it’s absolutely possible for a diesel car to fully comply with U.S. emissions standards, and have good drivability and performance,” he said.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 12, 2017

But Mr. Decker says that he worries the engine may lose power or have drivability problems, and that he is sure the fuel economy will drop.

From New York Times • Sep. 21, 2015

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