What does Super Select 4WD mean?

[StLucas]

Super Select 4WD is an electronically assisted SS4-II system, a patented technology of Mitsubishi. Below is more information about Super Select 4WD: 1. Mitsubishi's Super Select 4WD system has a history of many years. Since its application in the second-generation Pajero models (V33, etc.) in the early 1990s, it has been successively equipped in the third-generation (V73, V77, etc.) and fourth-generation (V93, V87, V97, etc.) models. The Super Select 4WD has evolved from the first-generation purely mechanical SS4 system (second-generation Pajero) to the current electronically assisted SS4-II system (third and fourth-generation Pajero). 2. The advantage of the Super Select 4WD system is that it allows switching between 2H and 4H gears at speeds below 100 km/h. When in 4H position, it functions like a full-time 4WD vehicle, providing better traction and driving force. In 2H position, pure rear-wheel drive improves the vehicle's fuel economy to some extent.

[MacJulian]

The Super Select 4WD is essentially a flexible four-wheel-drive system that allows drivers to freely switch between drive modes depending on road conditions. For example, during my daily commute, I can set it to rear-wheel drive for better fuel efficiency. When encountering rain or snowy roads, I switch to the automatic four-wheel-drive mode, where the system intelligently distributes power to all four wheels to prevent slipping. One winter, while driving on a highway with icy roads, I engaged the locked mode and passed through smoothly without any skidding. This design is commonly found in Mitsubishi models like the Pajero and is at least 10% more fuel-efficient than traditional fixed four-wheel-drive systems. The advantage is its simplicity—just turn a dial—making it ideal for drivers who frequently switch between urban and suburban driving. I recommend beginners familiarize themselves with the automatic mode first and avoid unnecessarily engaging the locked mode to save fuel. Overall, it enhances driving safety and enjoyment, making daily commutes more reliable.

[MacFrank]

From a technical perspective, the Super Select 4WD system utilizes a center differential to allow independent rotation of the front and rear axle wheels, reducing tire friction damage during turns. You can select different modes as needed: use 2WD rear-wheel drive on dry city roads for fuel efficiency, switch to 4WD Auto for enhanced traction in rain or snow, or engage 4WD Lock for improved off-road capability. This system intelligently coordinates power distribution, unlike full-time 4WD which constantly consumes more fuel and reduces efficiency. I remember during a vehicle test, it could also adapt to steep descents to reduce brake wear. Compared to standard AWD, Super Select 4WD offers more manual control options. Long-term use requires regular differential fluid checks, but it has low failure rates and high reliability.

[EmmaDella]

In family trips, the Super Select 4WD is definitely a great companion. When taking kids out, the rear-wheel drive mode saves fuel and money, while it automatically switches to four-wheel drive in rainy weather to ensure safety. Once on a family road trip, the slippery road system intervened in time for a steady drive without any issues. It enhances grip on icy roads, reducing worries. Daily maintenance is simple, just be careful not to switch modes at high speeds. The design is user-friendly and easy to operate.