Synonyms

all-wheel drive

British

noun

a system used in motor vehicles in which all four (or more) wheels are permanently connected to the source of power, in such a way that each wheel is able to rotate at a different speed See also four-wheel drive

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Example Sentences

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The U.S. market runneth over with largish family haulers, offering three rows of seating, optional all-wheel drive and family-sized utility.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

Despite its standard all-wheel drive, this number is about average for the segment populated primarily with entry-level front-wheel-drive rivals.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 26, 2025

The “Standard” version still has the panoramic glass roof, part of the reason that Weaver thinks it’s the best option for most buyers—unless they want the all-wheel drive Performance trim, which starts at about $55,000.

From Barron's • Oct. 10, 2025

According to Edmunds, the Niro Plug-in Hybrid has impressive fuel economy and stylish interior design, but lacks all-wheel drive.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 13, 2025

In other words, the trains operate like an all-wheel drive rather than just a front-wheel drive.

From Science Daily • Jun. 19, 2024

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