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What is the difference between Tesla's all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive?

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DeCarter

07/24/25 7:30am

Tesla's all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive differ in the number of drive wheels and handling characteristics: 1. Number of drive wheels: All-wheel drive models have 4 drive wheels, while rear-wheel drive models only have 2. 2. Handling characteristics: The all-wheel drive version can directly switch to pure rear-wheel drive mode and pure front-wheel drive mode, and the driver can also adjust the power distribution ratio between the front and rear axles; the all-wheel drive system can improve the mechanical grip of the tires, but rear-wheel drive cars offer more driving fun. Introduction to Tesla: Tesla is an American electric vehicle and energy company that produces and sells electric vehicles, solar panels, and energy storage equipment. Headquartered in Palo Alto, the company was named "Tesla Motors" by its founders on July 1, 2003, in honor of physicist Nikola Tesla.

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VonKhloe

08/11/25 3:13am

As a Tesla owner, I've driven both versions. The rear-wheel drive version feels lighter and more agile, making daily commutes quite hassle-free with smooth acceleration, low noise, and slightly longer range, ideal for city roads and sunny days. However, it tends to skid on rainy or slippery roads, requiring extra caution when turning. The all-wheel drive version, with an additional motor, distributes power more evenly, offering much fiercer acceleration, especially the strong push-back feeling at startup, and better grip in bad weather with no wheel spin, making handling more stable. That said, the all-wheel drive battery is heavier, resulting in slightly shorter range and a price tag a few thousand dollars higher. For me, if living in a rainy or snowy region, all-wheel drive is definitely the top choice, but in dry southern cities, rear-wheel drive offers better value for money.

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