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

The change is also intended to improve drivability and feel.

From BBC • Jul. 25, 2025

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

The 2022 Frontier has made big leaps forward in interior quality, drivability and overall capability.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 6, 2021

But whatever the technological solution, it will most likely mean reducing the performance, drivability or fuel economy of cars to meet emission goals.

From New York Times • Sep. 21, 2015

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