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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Anchoring Subaru’s SUV lineup, the all-wheel drive, subcompact 2026 Subaru Crosstrek combines a go-anywhere attitude with solid fuel economy and adventurous flair.

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Because of its standard all-wheel drive, the Crosstrek’s pricing is on the higher end of the subcompact SUV scale.

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With decades of experience with all-wheel drive — Subaru was once considered quirky for its standard all-wheel drive — the Subaru Symmetrical AWD system operates transparently.

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

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Standard all-wheel drive Subaru’s standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system is among the most sophisticated and capable in the segment.

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