Toyota All-Wheel Drive

Whether it's improved safety during inclement weather or enhanced performance for off-road terrain, an all-wheel drive vehicle has the ideal capacity to get you where you want to be safe. And several Toyota models offer all-wheel drive to do just that. From the strength and durability of a Toyota truck to many SUVs and hybrid models that are adventure-ready, your options are abundant.

Several Toyota models have AWD with Crawl Control (CRAWL) and Multi-Terrain Select, while others have Dynamic Torque Vectoring All-Wheel Drive (TV-AWD). Either way, whichever model you choose, there is optimal handling capability, more stability, and greater fuel efficiency with those features. Additionally, Toyota offers a rugged 4WD system on select models.

Toyota Models With All-Wheel Drive or 4WD

Why is All-Wheel Drive Important?

There are many benefits to all-drive vehicles. The most popular is to get moving with slippery conditions, which is due to all four tires rotating at the same time rather than just two. That gives you much more grip on the road, especially with terrains that have snow or ice. AWD vehicles allow you to accelerate better, often with less or zero slippage. And there is also an enhanced advantage with cornering with performance models, and off-road AWD models provide you with more stability and safety on muddy, sandy, and rough terrains.

How Does All-Wheel Drive Work on a Toyota?

There are varied components that make up the AWD system, and they perform a multitude of tasks without the driver even realizing it. But the simplest way to explain how AWD works on Toyota models is to say that torque continually transfers to all four wheels from the transmission. That means there is more power and increased performance when it's needed the most. Because the drivetrain works in tandem with the transmission unit, you get optimal stability to grip the road better and reduce slippage. The most influence that comes from the AWD system is when the transfer case splits its power and sends controlled signals to the differentials. In turn, the differentials convert that power and unilaterally splits it between all four wheels.

New and Used AWD Cars for Sale Near Me

If you're interested in finding out more about our AWD vehicles or taking a test drive of one, please reach out to a sales professional, or give us a call. We will be more than happy to provide additional information and assist you with finding an AWD Toyota that fits your driving needs.