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Toyota All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Vehicles

2021 Toyota Highlander Platinum AWD in Moon Dust

If you’re someone who takes the rougher Albuquerque roads and needs some extra traction control, then you probably are interested in a vehicle with all-wheel drive (AWD). A Toyota all-wheel drive vehicle is a great choice if you’re needing advanced traction control and driving technology. Which Toyota models have all-wheel drive? Explore the different Toyota AWD vehicles with Toyota of Santa Fe, and feel free to visit our dealership to explore our complete Toyota inventory

Which Toyota Models Are AWD? 

You’ll be surprised at just how many Toyota AWD vehicles are available for you to choose from. To give you an idea of which vehicles can help you out on your next Rio Rancho road trip, here are the available Toyota all-wheel drive models: 

  • Toyota Venza
  • Toyota Highlander
  • Toyota Highlander Hybrid
  • Toyota Sequoia
  • Toyota Land Cruiser 
  • Toyota Tacoma
  • Toyota Tundra
  • Toyota Prius 
  • Toyota Camry
  • Toyota Avalon
  • Toyota Sienna
  • Toyota RAV4
  • Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
  • Toyota RAV4 Prime

Toyota AWD Technology

Toyota AWD vehicles are unique in the sense that they rely on four different types of AWD systems. Each advanced AWD system uses sensors and computers to monitor road conditions and automatically apply traction when necessary. Here is a little more about the different Toyota AWD systems:

Dynamic Torque-Control AWD 

  • This system uses electromagnetic coupling ahead of the rear differential to disengage AWD. The brakes are gently applied when the sensors detect that a tire is slipping. 
  • Available Toyota Models: Avalon XLE, Avalon XLE Limited; Toyota Camry LE, Camry SE, Camry XLE, and Camry XSE; Toyota RAV4 LE, RAV4 XLE, and RAV4 XLE Premium.

Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD With Driveline Disconnect 

  • When the sensors detect a slipping wheel, multiple dog-clutches are engaged to that wheel. Power is then applied to the other non-slipping wheels to preserve forward movement and momentum. 
  • Available Toyota Models: RAV4 TRD Off-Road, RAV4 Adventure, and RAV4 Limited; Toyota Highlander Limited, and Highlander Platinum.

Electronic On-Demand AWD

  • This system replaces the driveshafts with electric-motor generators for the rear tires. When additional traction isn’t needed, the rear wheel motors turn off. When traction is needed, the rear tire motors turn on and power is properly distributed to each tire. 
  • Available Toyota Models: RAV4 Hybrid and Highlander Hybrid.

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  • This system maximizes fuel efficiency and minimizes weight and drag that’s usually found on smaller models. It works similarly to the Electronic On-Demand AWD system. 
  • Available Toyota Models: Prius. 

Toyota AWD vs. 4WD: What’s the Difference? 

If you’re like many Espanola drivers, you may be unfamiliar with the difference between Toyota all-wheel drive (AWD) and four-wheel drive (4WD). They both work similarly, but the Toyota 4WD system is a little more robust and durable on rougher terrains. However, 4WD systems don’t quite move as fast as AWD systems. So, 4WD offers slightly more capability but at a slower speed. 

If you are interested, here are the available Toyota 4WD models: 

  • Toyota Sequoia
  • Toyota Tacoma
  • Toyota Tundra
  • Toyota Land Cruiser
  • Toyota 4Runner

Explore all of the features and capabilities of your favorite Toyota 4WD or AWD vehicle when you visit Toyota of Santa Fe in Santa Fe for a test drive. See how much you can save with our new vehicle specials

Find Your Toyota AWD Vehicle at Toyota of Santa Fe

Contact us to explore our available inventory and see which Toyota all-wheel drive model is the right choice for your Los Alamos drives. You can also check out our pre-owned inventory for AWD vehicles at a lower price.

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