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Originally Posted by Martin Smith

Yea, AWD is good. It only "works" when the normal drive wheels slip. Otherwise it is a 2WD car.

However, as has been noted, a RWD car it is not. Think of it as a FWD car on dry pavement.

it is 2wd if you consider one front and one rear at all times...they are AWD all the time now. even my lowly TS has this. you cant get a 2wd anymore. never FWD or RWD at one time anymore.

the new subies are 50/50 out of the transfer box...the ones with the electronic sensors allow quicker power changes in the differentials, than the ones that are viscously controlled... but there is always at least one half-shaft out of each differential running at all times.

but even on dry days here in seattle they are a blast to drive...you will suffer decreased MPG over a simular equiped car that isnt AWD...all the moving parts all the time decrease in economy....but who cares anything other than deep snow or river crossings will be taken with renewed joy