DYNAMIC SELECT in Mercedes-AMG vehicles is a key feature that allows drivers to personalize and adjust the car's driving characteristics to suit different driving styles, conditions, and preferences. It changes critical vehicle settings such as throttle response, suspension stiffness, steering feel, and transmission behavior, enhancing both comfort and performance depending on the selected mode.

Key Functions of DYNAMIC SELECT:

1. Driving Modes:
   • DYNAMIC SELECT offers multiple driving modes, each with specific settings that influence how the vehicle responds in various scenarios:
     • Comfort Mode: Prioritizes comfort by softening the suspension and adjusting throttle response to provide a smooth, relaxed ride.
     • Sport Mode: Increases throttle sensitivity, enhances steering feedback, and firms up the suspension for a more dynamic and engaging driving experience.
     • Sport+ Mode: Offers the most performance-oriented settings, with a sharper throttle response, firmer suspension, more responsive steering, and enhanced exhaust sound for a thrilling driving experience.
     • Individual Mode: Allows the driver to customize settings for throttle, suspension, steering, and exhaust to create a personalized driving configuration.
     • Race Mode (on some AMG models): Optimized for maximum performance, reducing electronic intervention and offering faster gear shifts, allowing the vehicle to reach its full performance potential on a track.
     • Slippery Mode (in some vehicles): Adjusts the settings to optimize control and grip on wet or slippery surfaces by moderating the throttle and transmission responses and activating traction control.
2. Throttle Response:
   • Depending on the selected mode, DYNAMIC SELECT alters the throttle mapping. In modes like Sport or Sport+, the throttle becomes more responsive, enabling quicker acceleration and more immediate power delivery. In Comfort mode, throttle response is softer, making it easier for relaxed city driving.
3. Suspension Settings:
   • AMG models with air suspension or adaptive damping benefit from DYNAMIC SELECT's suspension adjustments. In Comfort mode, the suspension is softer for better comfort, while Sport and Sport+ modes stiffen the suspension to improve handling and cornering capabilities. Some models feature AMG RIDE CONTROL or AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL, further enhancing ride quality and stability.
4. Steering Feel:
   • The steering feel also changes according to the driving mode. In Comfort mode, the steering is lighter, making it easier to maneuver at low speeds. In Sport and Sport+ modes, the steering becomes more direct and responsive, improving feedback and cornering precision.
5. Transmission and Gear Shift Behavior:
   • DYNAMIC SELECT adjusts how the transmission behaves. In Sport and Sport+ modes, gear shifts are quicker and more aggressive, optimizing performance. The Race Mode (where available) often allows for quicker downshifts and more immediate throttle response during track driving.
6. Exhaust Sound:
   • The AMG Real Performance Sound system (if equipped) enhances the driving experience by altering the exhaust sound. Sport and Sport+ modes produce a louder, more aggressive exhaust note, while in Comfort mode, the sound is more subdued.
7. Traction and Stability Control:
   • In certain driving modes, DYNAMIC SELECT adjusts the intervention level of the traction and stability control systems. In Sport+ or Race Mode, the intervention is minimized for more performance-oriented driving, while Comfort and Slippery modes provide more stability and traction assistance.

How to Use DYNAMIC SELECT:

• Control via MBUX: In Mercedes-AMG vehicles equipped with the MBUX multimedia system, you can easily access and change the driving modes through the central touchscreen or the touchpad/controller.
• Steering Wheel Controls: Many AMG models include a button on the steering wheel for quick mode changes, allowing the driver to switch between modes without taking their hands off the wheel.
• Customization in Individual Mode: In Individual mode, you can tailor individual settings for throttle response, suspension stiffness, and exhaust sound, ensuring that the vehicle is configured exactly to your preferences.

Conclusion:

DYNAMIC SELECT provides a dynamic and adaptable driving experience by offering a variety of modes and settings tailored to different driving conditions, whether it’s for daily commuting, spirited driving, or high-performance track sessions. With options for adjusting performance characteristics, the system ensures that Mercedes-AMG vehicles deliver the best possible driving experience for any situation.