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Car Board--All Wheel drive. Worth it?
Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:06 am
Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:06 am
For South Louisiana driving. Runs about an extra 2k as an option. Very slight hit to MPG.
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Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:09 am to TigerGman
Depends on the vehicle and it's intended use.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:11 am to TigerGman
not really.
unless its an suv that will be pulling boats out of slick launches.
unless its an suv that will be pulling boats out of slick launches.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:11 am to TigerGman
AWD systems are ideal for wet, icy and roads with loose surface material. Some of them are off-road capable, but a lot of that depends on the underpinnings of suspension, ground clearance, skid plates, etc.
So, if you are driving on wet, slippery or icy roads on a regular basis, you will notice improved capabilities with AWD, IMHO.
So, if you are driving on wet, slippery or icy roads on a regular basis, you will notice improved capabilities with AWD, IMHO.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:11 am to TigerGman
I don't think it's particularly worth it down here. Assuming that the base option is front wheel drive, that can get you out of most of the trouble you get into on our flat roads.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:12 am to TigerGman
I have 4 wheel drive and the mountain/snow steering package, but I live where I have to drive mountains to get to civilization.
I guess if you live on a farm you could need it.
I can't see the value for someone who drives on paved roads or shell roads.
I guess if you live on a farm you could need it.
I can't see the value for someone who drives on paved roads or shell roads.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:16 am to TigerGman
frick yes.....me has been golden here in Houston
Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:21 am to TigerGman
AWD is for women.
Get a GX460, Land Crusier, or LX570 - FULL TIME 4x4
Get a GX460, Land Crusier, or LX570 - FULL TIME 4x4
Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:23 am to TigerGman
Depends. They're much faster at takeoff and great for rain/snow driving, but I'm not sure you'd necessarily need it where you're located.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:25 am to TigerGman
quote:Not Enough Information
For South Louisiana driving. Runs about an extra 2k as an option. Very slight hit to MPG.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 10:44 am to TigerGman
It is worth it.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 12:20 pm to TigerGman
I believe AWD vehicles retain higher resale value, so there's that.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 12:33 pm to TigerGman
I would say that unless you drive in areas where icy roads are a problem (or at least a possibility), that AWD is a bad idea. Higher up front cost, worse gas mileage, and higher repair costs make it a bad idea if it is not going to provide much benefit.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 12:50 pm to TigerGman
The AWD on my R8 is worth it, IMO
Posted on 8/25/16 at 12:53 pm to TigerGman
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For South Louisiana
Naw, for New England area where they average as much snow fall as we do rain per year.....absolutely. Wouldn't go without it. You don't need AWD here.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 1:19 pm to TigerGman
Had both 2WD and AWD vehicles, when I lived in BR. Could not tell the difference between the two. I would not pay $2K for it.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 1:21 pm to TigerGman
I love the way my AWD Acura suv grips the road during a storm, but it's not worth the wasted gas.
Posted on 8/25/16 at 2:18 pm to TigerGman
How are you planning to use the vehicle?
This post was edited on 8/25/16 at 2:19 pm
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