Hey everyone,
I've read that the AWD option adds almost 1000+ lbs to the CX-9. Can anyone confirm this? And does the AWD option add lots of control or does it just add alot of weight? 1000+ lbs seems like it'd hold it back from a good launch.
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...And does the AWD option add lots of control or does it just add alot of weight? ...
... It also completely squelches torque-steer.
The AWD system is not full time so I don't see how it could have any effect on torque steer. Most of the time the rear end isn't even connected and 100% of the power goes up front. A well designed FWD solution won't have any real noticable torque steer.
I originally purchased my vehicle thinking it was an AWD. I got home and found the window sticker in the back and it said FWD. I was pissed. I went back and complained and the dealership said, we will order a new vehicle and get it in but it will be a 2008 vs 2007 and we will charge 2,000 USD more. I said hell with that. So long story short I have the FWD. I was not impressed by the AWD system on the CX-9 as it is not a 4x4, but a 2x2 but alternating front wheel/back wheel traction as explaned to me by the dealer.
2X2 four wheel drive - never heard that before (sssh)
That is because not all of the CX-9 AWD's wheels are provided power. The power is alternated to two wheels at a time in a cross pattern. This is what the dealership explained to me. It is not a true 4x4.
That is because not all of the CX-9 AWD's wheels are provided power. The power is alternated to two wheels at a time in a cross pattern. This is what the dealership explained to me. It is not a true 4x4.
I originally purchased my vehicle thinking it was an AWD. I got home and found the window sticker in the back and it said FWD. I was pissed. I went back and complained and the dealership said, we will order a new vehicle and get it in but it will be a 2008 vs 2007 and we will charge 2,000 USD more. I said hell with that. So long story short I have the FWD. I was not impressed by the AWD system on the CX-9 as it is not a 4x4, but a 2x2 but alternating front wheel/back wheel traction as explaned to me by the dealer.