The Difference Between AWD And 4WD

There is a difference between all-wheel drive (AWD) and four-wheel drive (4WD), even though people mistakenly use the words interchangeably. Things have become even more confusing for the non-motor enthusiast because auto manufacturers muddy the waters even further by naming their models in different ways to reference AWD or 4WD features, like BMW’s xDrive or Mercedes-Benz’s 4MATIC. 

Most Bay Area drivers won’t ever need a 4WD vehicle, so it’s worth understanding how the different system works as well as the pros and cons of each one.

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