All-wheel drive is a great way to ensure traction in poor weather, but not all systems are created equal. Where many have caught up and offered predictive and intelligent functions, Audi’s own quattro has been doing it since 1980. To this day, vehicles with quattro have an edge not just when conditions require it, but in all facets of the driving experience.
The philosophy behind quattro is to prevent traction loss before it occurs by sending torque to the wheels with the most grip. From this foundation, numerous variants of the system have been developed. On most quattro vehicles, a self-locking center differential replaces the transfer case as the heart of the system. Not only is it lighter and more compact, but it enables continuous distribution of power between front are rear axles, with brake and torque vectoring between individual wheels for legendary grip.
With over eighty-five percent of new Audi models sold packing a quattro system, you might say it’s a gripping proposition! Want to make sure the car or SUV you test drive comes with it? Let us know when you contact our Irondale, AL location.