What Happens If the Outlander Always Uses 4WD AUTO?

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ColtonAnn
07/29/25 7:33pm
Using 4WD AUTO continuously in the Outlander will increase fuel consumption. In 4WD AUTO mode, the Outlander switches to four-wheel drive, where the system adjusts torque distribution between the front and rear axles based on the traction of the wheels, applicable at both high and low speeds. Definition of Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles: A four-wheel drive vehicle is one with interconnected front and rear differentials that drive all four wheels. Since the engine's power is transmitted to all four tires, each can contribute to propulsion. In contrast, a standard two-wheel drive vehicle loses power in all driving wheels if one slips. Drive Configurations: Drive configurations refer to the arrangement of the engine and the number and position of the driven wheels. Most vehicles have two rows of wheels, with the driven wheels being those directly powered by the engine to propel (or pull) the vehicle forward. The most basic classification is by the number of driven wheels, dividing vehicles into two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive categories.
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