Electronically Controlled Suspension 2018 versus 2021

[4wheelpilot]

I have a 2018 GT1 coming off a lease and considering a 2021 GT1.
I notice only a slight difference in the feel of the car between Comfort and Sport modes.
Is there any difference in the 2021 ECS technology or "feel"?

 

[Jeff MI]

Oh man, if you could wait till the 2022 models are out, that'd be awesome. I like the idea of the new active exhaust and the new kia emblem

 

[MerlintheMad]

As subsequent model years have appeared, some drivers assert that the ECS has been tuned differently. Some say it is softer and others say firmer in Sport mode. Etc. Not a lot of talk about it, actually; and not for some months, that I have seen anyway.

Get the 2021 while it's hot, because the 2022 GT1 is no "GT1" in the same sense as all other model years: 2022 GT1 is more like a base GT.

 

[boosted1g]

I can feel a difference in tightness between comfort and sport mode in my 2021 GT1.
I have tried some turns on the drive home in both modes and a right at 25 mph has more body roll in comfort mode.
FYI I have an eiabach sway on the rear set to soft.

I agree with Merlin, for GT1 trim a 2021 gets you more than a 2022.