![]() ![]() Unsurprisingly, the Porsche Taycan 4S aced the noise test. Wind noise is surprisingly minimal for an SUV.Īlso read: Review: 2020 Volvo XC60 T8 Inscription Plus - Out-badged by rivals, but outshines them 5. Even so, the Volvo XC60 T8 recorded impressive figures. The test was done with the combustion engine running to level the playing field. Tyre noise does become noticeable at higher speeds or rough surfaces, which may have cost it a decibel or two.Īlso read: Review: 2020 Volkswagen Arteon R-Line - Worth paying more for a reskinned Passat? 6. Mechanical noises such as engine and suspension are well muted. Volkswagen ArteonĬabin noise level in the Volkswagen Arteon is generally low. The front windows are laminated, which reduces exterior noises and wind noise at high speeds.Īlso read: Review: Mazda CX-8 2.2D High – This over the VW Tiguan Allspace R-Line? 7. Mazda CX-8īeing a diesel, engine noise of the Mazda CX-8 2.2D is present when accelerating, but quickly fades into the background at a cruise. So the Mazda 3’s cabin noise level is fairly stable.Īlso read: Review: Mazda 3 Sedan/Liftback – Mind says no, heart says otherwise 8. Going from a smooth to rough tarmac usually results in a drastic change in noise level, but the Mazda 3 seems to minimize it. One aspect worth highlighting in the Mazda 3 is the ability to neutralize the variation of sound level during surface changes. It has one of the most well-insulated cabins in its price range. However, wind noise does become quite evident at triple-digit speeds, which we suspect the sound level meter picked up on.Īlso read: Pros and Cons: Very practical, but the 2021 Toyota Innova 2.0X needs more power 9. The Toyota Innova’s noise levels are comparable to EVs at city speeds. Without further ado, let’s begin the countdown of the top 10 quietest cars we’ve tested. ![]() We’re giving the noise level at 110 km/h a higher weightage as it’s a bigger challenge for cars to maintain the serenity at triple-digit speeds. Some cars are quieter at city speeds while some are still hushed well-beyond the national speed limit. However, subjectivity plays no part in this list as it's driven purely by numbers. Which means there is a subjective aspect in how quiet we perceive cars to be. Higher frequency of sound may be perceived as louder, whereas lower frequencies are less grating to our ears and thus less tiring over a longer period of time. ![]() Our brains are influenced by the frequency in terms noise perception.
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