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Old 10-07-2010, 09:33 PM
suginami suginami is offline
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Originally Posted by audihenry View Post
Didn't all 4.5s come with the 3 speed? What's the noise level like on the highway at those speeds with only 3 gears?
Yes, all 4.5's come with the 3 speed.

Even though the 6 cylinders got the 4 speed automatic, my guess is that the V8 is more relaxed at freeway speeds.

It is not loud or uncomfortable at 75 mph.
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