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Why Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive Is Better

             
Every all-wheel drive system is not the same. In 1972, the development our all-wheel drive system with a compliment to simplicity, to working in harmony with the forces of nature, and to making every moment behind the wheel a rewarding experience. Nearly 40 yrs worth of development, the Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive stands out from the crowd with advantages like the stability of its almost total side-to-side symmetry, the brilliant efficiency of its power delivery, and its quick response to wheel slippage. Here are four reasons why the Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is better than others:

Better Balance - We build every Subaru model with all-wheel drive from the ground up. Each one features the longitudinally mounted SUBARU BOXER engine. Power is fed into the system in a straight line, unlike other All-Wheel Drive systems that need extra components to direct engine power through multiple turns in order to get into each wheel. The simplicity allows us to build a balanced, more efficient drivetrain with nearly perfect side-to-side symmetry. Better balance means stability that helps make driving safer and agility that makes it more fun.

Quicker Response - The more that your wheels are engaged with the road, the more control that you have. Some other All-Wheel Drive systems engage all four wheels only when a loss of traction is detected. Subaru All-wheel Drive system keeps power routed to all four wheels all the time, helping to better prevent slippage before it happens. If slippage occurs, its simple and efficient design with power flowing in one direction and minimal mechanical components allows it to respond more quickly. It immediately reduces engine power to the slipping wheel and gives it to the wheels that have traction.

Efficient Design - Some systems lack the simplicity of the Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive so not only do they sacrifice efficiency, but also incur more wear and tear. The engine is mounted longitudinally in line with the driveshaft so power routes directly from the engine to all four wheels. Less components means less things to break down, and it also means less power loss due to friction. Power continuously flowing maximizing efficiency, you will experience the advantage of seamless traction whenever you need it.

Dynamic Acceleration - Whenever you take off from a stop, or accelerate out of a corner, getting power to the pavement and holding the road is essential. If you lose traction when accelerating, it takes away from the control you have over the vehicle, and it robs the power you need to move forward. Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive maximizes power delivery to each of the four wheels and offers balance and stability that help the vehicle take advantage of every bit of traction available. Which in turn allows you to take advantage of every bit of engine power available.