Very good price, usually around $250. Unsure how long this deal will last.
These are model specific, make sure you buy the right one.
The iDrive gives you the power to tune the signal from the accelerator pedal. It has multiple inbuilt settings to cover a variety of driving styles including; Eco Mode As the name suggests this setting is designed for economy in mind by reducing the accelerator response time
I have something similar on my MINI Cooper S, a Remus Responder. Three years since I installed it and have not regretted it for a second.
It's like day vs night in terms of throttle response. Manufacturers have added lots of dead zone and a non-linear throttle curve to make acceleration performance less aggressive.
From their website:
"Every iDRIVE is backed by an industry leading lifetime warranty and 30-day money back satisfaction guarantee."
Check manufacturer website.
They do have a 30-day money back guarantee.
just press the accelerator harder…
Thats was my thought too. But people I respect do say it improves the driving experience a lot - so dunno. It may also depend on the make/model you drive.
Pressing the throttle harder doesnt improve the engine response.
eg. I had a V8, I had a turbo 6, I had a n/a four.
The V8 has instantaneous response… you brush the accelerator it moves instantly.
I've driven a Camry and stuff like a 1.4 turbo. You hit the power and it takes some time for the car to respond. If you're in traffic its a pain.
This is what this device does. It makes the car's accelerator give you the same power but with less lag.
That's it.
I say that cynically but it can make a car much less stressful to drive especially in traffic.
Pressing the accelerator harder does NOT change the algorithm which determines the throttle response. These things do.
Yep. only those ignorant people who have not tried a throttle controller before say "step on the accelerator harder to get the same result". Same thing happened to the 4WD FB group I am in, a few members posted similar comments but then after they bought one, they could tell an iDrive does make a difference that their right foot cannot reproduce, now they are believers.
Let me put it like this…
I stepped on the throttle harder on a rental Camry than I ever did with my V8 Commodore!
It doesnt work that way.
I thought stock was: No pedal press - minimal power, full press - 100% power, and a smooth transition in between. Predictable, consistent, total control. Now what does this do?
@cortex: It allows almost instant 100% revs should you wish whereas your car's current map may let it reach 100% in a second or two. That's dumbing it down some but those are the results.
@cortex: Throttles are rarely ever purely linear.
This gadget allows you to change the response curve.
Generally linear feels slow and unresponsive for a non sports car, so sometimes people liked to dial it up to be more aggressive in the throttle response.
Similarly in a sports car it can sometimes be too harsh for some drivers do they might want to dial it down.
I have this unit on my 4WD as it feels very unresponsive without it on.
Similarly, I've remapped my ecu on my sportier car to tone down the throttle mapping as it was too aggressive for my liking.
I have this
@edrift: One of the reasons the throttle is laggy because its good for emissions and economy.
If you car zings up and down the rev range and puts all that power down then it is bad for tailpipe outputs.
One of the reasons the throttle is laggy because its good for emissions and economy.
Very true.
Nope, not the same
not even close
have one in a Honda Civic 2008. Throttle response in most cars are tuned more economical. Pressing hard on factory tuned throttle actually shows it goes 20-30-40-50 then 100% when you smash it down. The throttle controller skips the slow build up and can give linear or even more aggressive throttle repsonse curve.
that aside my driving habits did adapt to accommodate the factory slow throttle response, but when i do set to power mode can easily set off TCS. In my opinion, unless the vehicle has some factory eco mode which really hampers throttle response, save the $200 and adapt your driving.
Throttle response in most cars are tuned more economical.
Yep. Even models which are sold on their performance cred.
For the limited amount of driving I get to do these days, I'm happy to forego some fuel economy for better throttle response.:-)
Surprised these are not cheaper yet, I bet autobarn regrets buying them .
It gives you the illusion of more power but in reality just floors the accelerator quicker and than your foot can.
nope, not even close to the truth
I found one of these for free in my right shoe.
Most people tend to scrape that off.
It's dog poo.
Yes the prado forum raves about them too.
Tell ya what flooring it on the prado does nothing sometimes, hoping this helps :)
Never had that problem with my patrol but a couple of mates got these idrives on their patrols and both were seriously impressed with the results.
you will wonder how you ever drove it without one
why don't vehicle manufacturers have them from the factory?
They put more stress on the driveline, CV joints and diffs - if your car is under warranty I would remove before servicing
Some manufacturers have them from factory; otherwise known as sports mode. Not customisable like this, but similar concept
I wouldn't be surprised if the internal electronic components cost less than $10
Yeah this but someone would have had to write the firmware and engine maps etc.
This is also not a huge bargain. They are as low as $235 elsewhere.
Also protip: go to their website to work out which model you need.
here's the one of the newest toyota corolla:
https://www.idriveaustralia.com.au/partfinder/result/?findpa…
You need this model:
More Information
Brand iDRIVE
Make Toyota
Model Corollae180
Year 2018ON
Engine all engines
MPN EVC 171L
https://www.autobarn.com.au/sp173623
I assume these are obd2 interceptors? The pic isnt clear but I think these are all one model, theyre just flashed with the right engine maps for your car.
They are throttle interceptors so only work on modern cars with drive by wire throttles.
So every car. There hasnt been cable throttle for over 20yrs? more maybe.
It boosts the signal from the accelerator to the ECU which reduces the lag time giving better responsiveness. It also allows you to control that response time to give a faster or slower response. Despite all the sceptics nobody can drive a car before and after without noticing a difference. Many reviewers have been totally surprised.
I can imagine it offering better response time without wasting fuel ⛽ (like when you press the accelerator harder to do that) but the price is still steep
They also have the bonus of not voiding yoru warranty. Just remove the thing before you put it in for service warranty.
At $199 its not a terrible buy and just flush it on gumtree if you dont like it.
It doesn't really boost the signal, it just alters it, e.g. if the pedal is depressed 1cm the iDrive will tell the ECU it's depressed 1.5cm (or whatever). It's no linear and there are other things it can do other than just modify the detected position, like change the response depending on how quickly you depress/release the pedal.
Does this need a professional install or can you DIY ?
Diy
I have one of these on my Amarok.
It doesn't increase the power of the vehicle, or chagne fuel economy.
What it does is change the trottle response. I find it useful when towing… the trottle reponse is quicker.
Is it worth the money?? I have mine turned off most of the time, except when towing or wanting a bit of extra oomph when taking off, merging
thanks for the info. from another amarok owner.
So all this does is let you remap the throttle? The best thing about driving your own car is the consistency of the throttle and brakes, why would I wanna change all that up?
Some cars like the BMW M5 Mercedes C63 have modes where you change the engine response, steering feel, the transmission shifting and the suspension response.
I mean these companies must be CRAZY to offer such an option on their cars!
Exactly, and this thing can't change any of that. It remaps the throttle lol.
For $199 I dont expect miracles.
Using one of these does NOT change consistency of throttle. It changes the responsiveness.
I can have a consistently high-response throttle.
My S/O can have consistently more relaxed (factory) throttle.
People who complain about them have never tried them and seen the difference. Life is a viscous circle.
its $200 device. I dont think the guy with the $50k Amarok and 20ft boat or $50k caravan really cares too much in the scheme of things…
Is that a sticky doughnut?
Funny, but i bought mine for $50 and could sell it today for $100 but no way i'm getting rid of it.
Disagree.
I was the biggest sceptic but then I got one and it makes a big difference.
Sure you can mash the pedal, but the feeling is different.
It's akin to playing an instrument gently (e.g. strumming guitar strings softly) but getting a loud sound out of it.
It's dialling up or down the sensitivity.
I have had one for about a year now - and can vouch for them. Noticeably different throttle response, with different power modes/settings.
Also extremely useful when towing.
It’s a well spent $200.
yeah this is a hard one. Apparently two people who own them and at least dont mind them vs. people who dont who rip on them.
That's a tough one. It is what it is for $200.
Don't need one as I have a Hike IT (same thing as this one basically) for my Outlander.
Outlander accelerator is very 'doughy' as in you'll put your foot down and it'll feel like your standing still.
I leave mine cruise mode which isn't the best mode nor as bad as those eco modes, and when entering the motorway I'll put it in 'hike it' mode which is best response mode. To me it's worth it, if I were to get a new car and had the option to get a throttle controller I would.
Just my 2 cents.
Man I hired an Outlander a couple of years ago in QLD and the best way I could describe it was like it had an elastic band in place of a accelerator cable. You floored it and the revs seemed to build for 3 seconds before you felt any action at the wheels, eventually it zipped along ok but I can see these being a godsend for that car. I had the Pajero Sport at the time and was so happy to get back into it when I landed back in NSW (even though it was a pretty tame diesel engine)
What model Outlander do you have? I've got an MY14.5 2.0 petrol and response is horrible, 80% more elastic band like than my old 09 Lancer CVT. Do you find that this device reduces this?
Throttle controllers work, but i'd pay $40 more and get https://www.revhigh.com.au/all-brand-stealth-throttle-contro…
It also has:
Anti Abuse Mode
Anti Theft Mode (much more secure, deactivates the accelerator)
Auto IQ Mode Ver2
Voltage reader (acts like a voltage gauge)
German chip is reprogrammable, upgrading vehicles? No worries, will work on your next!
RPM INCREASE MODE increases RPM's without your foot on the pedal, for off road winching, jump starting, as a launch control feature etc.
Lifetime Warranty
Looks good. I'll stick with idrive which is tried and true and used everywhere.
I like the rpm option but the prado has idle up.
Appreciate your contribution
They are a performance company that does tunes, performance packages, dyno work and have worked on some of the highest performance vehicles in the country. They are a Pty Ltd company with a lifetime warranty on their throttle controller. Check their Facebook https://www.facebook.com/revhigh.obsessions.5
iDrive is basically just a reseller, not that they are bad but they are not in the same league as RevHigh.
I got these from RevHigh for each of our cars and couldn’t be happier. I was a skeptic but really noticed the difference.
When you get your car serviced, just unplug it.
I was thinking of returning the idrive and getting this, but a few things have put me right off it.
So, I'll stick with the idrive.
Setup is dead simple, i bet you could install it in the 15 minute quick parking outside the post office when you collect the parcel like i did. :)
It's a better unit with a lot more features, hence the extra plugs. Also having a setup means you can change it between cars, and don't have to buy a whole new unit if you get a different car.
You can get OBD2 double adapters for about $6 i think i paid, i run Torque and ScanGuage 2.
Never had a CEL, but if the setup isnt done right like floor mat under the throttle pedal when getting the WOT reading i guess it could happen. I've seen iDrive, HikeIt, 4wdSupaCenter units throw check engine lights also.
Here's a good video of describing how they effectively work.. (different brand, same function)
They are definitely worth the money but i rarely use the 'eco' or 'race' modes and generally just set and forget.
Turned my Hyundai excel into a Ferrari.
Still can't get chicks though.
That's because even though you may have Ferrari performance, the car still looks like a shitty Hyundai Excel.
Anyone know if theres much difference between Idrive and using the other brands of throttle controllers - eg. https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/WIND-BOOSTER-4-MODE-ELECTRONIC-T…
Should be same same, Windbooster offers something like 40 different mappings which is plenty to choose from. Most people settle on one and never change it.
My Subaru has this sort of thing. 3 fixed modes though - Driving Miss Daisy, Sporty and Super Ridiculous.
As well as throttle response it also adjusts gearbox performance.
Definitely makes a big difference to fuel consumption and performance.
I recently installed this in my BT50.
The difference in response is amazing. As a joke, I set it to Ultimate 9 and let my missus drive. She didn't find it amusing one bit, best laugh I've had in a while.
Everyone in the Ford Everest Facebook group raves about these and say it the best mode they have made. I have not picked on up though, and YMMV. Really wished they did a money back/satisfaction guarantee so I could see for myself.