AWD & 4WD Cars for New England Winters

AWD or 4WD?

• AWD works on its own, all the time — the usual choice for SUVs and sedans on snowy roads.
• 4WD (most trucks and some SUVs) is stronger for deep snow and off-road; many systems must be switched on and are not for dry pavement.

Tires matter more than AWD

A front-wheel-drive car with good winter tires often stops and turns better than an AWD car on worn all-seasons. Check tire tread and age on any car you test drive, and plan for winter tires in the budget.

What to check on a used AWD car

• Rust underneath — years of road salt are hard on frames and brake lines.
• Matching tires on all four wheels — mismatched tires can strain the AWD system.
• Service records for the transfer case and differentials, on higher-mileage cars.

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