What type of four-wheel drive system does the BMW X3 have?
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BMW X3 features an on-demand four-wheel drive system. The on-demand four-wheel drive only switches to four-wheel drive when necessary, while remaining a two-wheel drive system under other conditions. The system automatically switches between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive modes based on the vehicle's driving conditions, without requiring manual operation. Below is an introduction to four-wheel drive systems: 1. Automotive four-wheel drive systems are categorized into full-time four-wheel drive, part-time four-wheel drive, and on-demand four-wheel drive. On-demand four-wheel drive is more suitable for beginners in terms of operation, as it does not require driver intervention. Once poor road conditions or wheel slippage are detected, the system automatically assesses and immediately distributes the engine's output torque to the front two wheels, naturally switching to four-wheel drive mode, making it simpler to use. 2. On-demand four-wheel drive activates automatically only when the vehicle encounters conditions requiring four-wheel drive, otherwise, it operates as a two-wheel drive system. Compared to other four-wheel drive systems, on-demand four-wheel drive has a simpler structure, effectively reducing costs and overall vehicle weight. If a certain level of off-road capability is desired while also considering fuel economy, models equipped with on-demand four-wheel drive are worth considering.
