All-wheel drive is helpful for numerous reasons. Because it sends power to all four wheels, you’ll get added traction, improved handling, and several other benefits. However, the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD®) found in new Acura models, and you’ll see why when you visit Acura of Sherman Oaks.
What Does All-Wheel Drive Do?
All-wheel drive uses a differential to distribute engine output to all four wheels. You’ll find it in Acura SUVs like the Acura MDX and cars like the Acura TLX. It’s not quite as robust as a four-wheel drive system, but it’s also better suited to how most of us drive daily.
Acura All-Wheel Drive Systems
SH-AWD® is one of two all-wheel systems available in Acura vehicles.
All-Wheel Drive with Intelligent Control System
Used in some model years of the Acura RDX, and still found in our pre-owned inventory from time to time, this system can be employed part-time, offering front-wheel drive to conserve fuel. It uses torque vectoring to send power rearward for better stability and is capable of a 50/50 torque split. While all-wheel drive systems are slightly heavier by nature, this system manages combined fuel economy that’s surprisingly close to an FWD model.
Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD®)
The Acura Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD®) system goes farther, using G-force, steering angle, and yaw rate to optimize performance on any surface. If you’re cruising on dry pavement, torque is weighted forward, but if you accelerate quickly or if more grip is needed elsewhere, more power can be sent rearward in an instant. If there’s a “secret sauce” to Acura vehicles’ performance, this is it.
Acura vehicles are luxurious, attractive, and practically future-proof. However, if you expect performance alongside your luxury amenities, that’s where they shine. Visit Acura of Sherman Oaks for a test drive and Acura financing today!
