What Is Mazda i-ACTIV AWD?
What Is Mazda i-ACTIV AWD?
Mazda's engineers have developed a new-generation all-wheel-drive system that offers invaluable benefits such as a safe and comfortable driving experience along with enhanced fuel efficiency.
By taking a proactive approach to the control of the driving power going to all four wheels on Mazda vehicles fitted with all wheel drive, Mazda's i-ACTIV AWD system assists drivers in all possible road conditions.
How Does Mazda i-ACTIV AWD Work?
Mazda's i-ACTIV AWD system is a fully autonomous AWD system that works seamlessly in the background while driving.
By monitoring inputs like accelerator position and steering angle, the system uses advanced sensors to assess road conditions and driver intentions.
The i-ACTIV system software then continuously calculates and adjusts the amount of torque being sent to the rear wheels. This unobtrusive intervention assists the driver in secure pull-offs, acceleration, cornering, and braking.
The system prevents tire slip in all directions, allowing for a safer and smoother driving experience. It precisely measures the speed of all four wheels and detects early warning signs that indicate any of the wheels may be in danger of slipping.
What Makes Mazda's i-ACTIV AWD Better?
The biggest drawback with most electronic AWD systems is that they are reactive, having to apply brakes or change power distribution to react to any hazardous situation, while the Mazda i-ACTIV AWD system is proactive in preventing problems before they even happen.
This means that the Mazda system is always one step ahead, and being fully autonomous means that the driver is completely free of having to fidget with any transfer box levers, controls or buttons to activate the system, allowing them to stay focused on the road ahead and enjoy the drive.
Advantages of i-ACTIV AWD
With i-ACTIV AWD, you can enjoy peace of mind along with exceptional all-road performance. Enhanced occupant safety, smoother drive, improved fuel efficiency are key advantages.
Preventing any tire slippage on wet slippery roads or even in snow conditions means that chances of the vehicle veering off the road causing an accident are reduced, along with the reduced risk of injury.
By seamlessly transferring torque between the front and rear wheels, the drive is smoother, making for a more enjoyable driving experience.
The i-ACTIV AWD system enhances fuel efficiency by minimizing torque sent to the rear wheels on dry road surfaces with good traction allowing the vehicle to drive almost like a front-wheel-drive thus reducing the transmission drag normally associated with conventional all- wheel or four-wheel-drive systems.
Reduced tire slippage also contributes to improved fuel economy by eliminating wasteful power inputs to those wheels with reduced traction due to poor road surfaces.
Which Mazdas Have i-ACTIV AWD?
The Mazda i-ACTIV AWD system is standard on all Mazda SUV models and even on Mazda3 AWD models. With Mazda AWD equipped models, buyers can confidently tackle any road challenges with ease.
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