Acura All-Wheel Drive Vehicles

2018 Acura MDX SH-AWD

Performance Engineered Around You.

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Sure-Footed in Any Situation

The 2018 Acura MDX is engineered to deliver outstanding performance no matter where the road takes you. The luxury crossover carries up to seven passengers within the well-appointed cabin. If you’re carpool is smaller, fold the rear seating down to enlarge the cargo area.

No matter where your drive takes you, the MDX is more than capable of getting you where you need to go with a 3.5L V-6 engine producing 290 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque. A 9-speed transmission with Sequential SportShift Paddle Shifters allows you to enjoy the feel of a manual transmission when the mood strikes, without working a clutch.

The Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system of the MDX is continuously active, so you get the best grip no matter what the Wisconsin weather throws at you. SH-AWD distributes the exact amount of torque needed at each wheel for superior cornering and traction. Whether you’re driving on dry pavement, loose terrain, or slippery roads, the 2018 MDX and its sophisticated all-wheel drive system will keep you sure-footed in any situation.

2018 Acura RDX AWD

Drive Like a Boss.

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Driving with Confidence

 
The MDX’s full-size crossover versatility has been essential for its success, but not every driver needs a seven-passenger crossover. That’s why Wisconsinites have access to the 2018 Acura RDX as well. This compact crossover seats up to five yet still has a 3.5L V-6 under the hood for 279 horsepower and 252 lb-ft of torque. And every model of the RDX is available with All-Wheel Drive with Intelligent Control.

Traditional all-wheel drive systems are all-or-nothing affairs, but the RDX AWD with Intelligent Control senses when the front wheels have lost traction and swiftly directs some of the engine power to the rear wheels to retain your grip on the road. That means a nearly seamless switch from front-wheel to all-wheel drive whenever you need it most.

All-wheel drive is just one of the 2018 RDX’s many available features that let you get comfortable behind the wheel. Driving with confidence on uneven terrain or during bad weather can relax you just as much as the heated front seating or the automatic climate control.

2018 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD

Not All AWD Is Created Equal.

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Supercar DNA

 
Conquer Wisconsin winters with sophisticated style and unbelievable performance behind the wheel of the 2018 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD). Its driveline, equipment, and powertrain are inspired by none other than the iconic NSX supercar, truly raising the bar for others within the luxury hybrid segment.
 
The 2018 RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD pairs an aluminum-alloy, direct injection V-6 with a 3-Motor Sport Hybrid System for a heart-pounding, 377 combined horsepower and 341 lb-ft of torque. Clearly influenced by its NSX sibling, the RLX Sport Hybrid comes standard equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT), electronic torque vectoring, and a double wishbone front suspension for driving enthusiasts who want the most out of their luxury sedan.
 
What does it mean to have Super Handling All-Wheel Drive? The SH-AWD system responds to the driver’s input, as well as the current road conditions, providing the RLX with optimum grip through sharp corners and slick surfaces. Unlike conventional all-wheel drive, SH-AWD continuously distributes torque throughout the front and rear wheels, while also sending power between the left and right rear wheels automatically, as needed. The result is a more balanced vehicle with a reduced threat of understeering through corners and of course, better traction during uncertain road conditions.

2018 Acura TLX AWD

Accelerated Thinking.

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New Level of Control

After successfully replacing both the TL and TSX models, the Acura TLX has proven itself as one of the most versatile sport sedans for Wisconsin drivers. While a 2.4L inline-4 is standard, a 3.5L V-6 engine is available, and drivers who opt for the V-6 will have the opportunity to equip their TLX with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) for maximum power and responsiveness.

Like the MDX and the RLX, the 2018 TLX has Acura’s Super Handling All-Wheel Drive available, joining the Precision All-Wheel Steer system to give you a new level of control over the power of that 3.5L V-6 engine. TLX SH-AWD models can send up to 90% of their power to the front tires when cruising to help conserve fuel.

The instant you require more torque, though, the TLX can sense it. It sends as much as 45% of engine power to the rear wheels, and up to 70% of the total engine torque can be shifted to just a single rear wheel for superior cornering ability.