Siouxland drivers know better than most drives about the value of all-wheel drive and the peace of mind this feature brings while driving in changing weather conditions. But what does all-wheel drive (AWD) do?
Honda offers all-wheel drive (AWD) systems in several of their vehicles, including the Honda CR-V and Honda Pilot. These systems are designed to provide added traction and stability in slippery road conditions, such as snow, ice, and mud. Honda has two, all-wheel drive systems available across its SUV lineup and pickup trucks: Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™ and Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) All-Wheel-Drive System.
Honda’s all-wheel drive systems are designed to provide enhanced traction and stability for a more confident driving experience in challenging road conditions.Buckle up and take a ride with Vern Eide Honda in Sioux Falls as we show you how these Honda all-wheel drive systems work.
Featured on crossovers like CR-V and HR-V, Honda’s Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System is a proactive drivetrain that electronically activates when loss of traction is detected. Whether your Honda vehicle is trudging through a heavy snowfall or climbing a steep hill, the AWD system responds in real time (hence the name) by automatically sending power to the rear wheels, helping you better accelerate through unfavorable driving conditions.
Honda’s i-VTM4® All-Wheel-Drive System is a highly evolved drivetrain that is used on its more powerful SUVs and trucks like Pilot, Passport, and Ridgeline. This AWD system consists of a single housing at the rear axle and features a lightweight, cast-alloy casing. It distributes engine torque from front to back, instinctively directing power to the wheels with traction. The i-VTM4 AWD system has a pair of electro-hydraulically actuated clutch packs—one to drive each rear wheel—allowing for varying amounts of torque to be directed to each rear wheel independently. The result is a more precise response to loss of traction and enhanced stability when you need it most.
Honda’s all-wheel drive systems have been fine-tuned specifically for winter weather conditions such as snow and ice, which is music to South Dakotans’ ears. Plus, the intuitive torque distribution from Real Time AWD and i-VTM4 AWD further strengthens your grip on dry pavement for better cornering, nimble handling, and a more connected feel to the road.
From compact crossovers like HR-V and CR-V to midsize SUVs like Passport and Pilot, all Honda SUV models can be equipped with available, all-wheel drive. Scroll down to learn more about Honda all-wheel drive SUVs.
All 2022 Honda CR-V models can be equipped with available, Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System, and this drivetrain comes standard on every CR-V Hybrid. While this crossover may not seem like the towing type, it can pull up to 1,500 pounds while also maintaining respectable fuel efficiency.
Every 2023 HR-V trim can be outfitted with available, Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System. And even with this traction-enhancing drivetrain, HR-V still manages to impress with EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 25 city mpg / 30 highway mpg / 27 combined mpg*.
Honda’s only three-row SUV is one of the best family cars on South Dakota roads today. The 2022 Pilot and its 3.5-liter V-6 engine are capable of 280 horsepower, 262 lb-ft of torque, and a towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds when equipped with the available, Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) All-Wheel-Drive System. Additionally, the all-new Pilot TrailSport, Pilot Elite, and Pilot Black Edition come standard with AWD.
Passport was made for the road less traveled and its rugged design is proof, sporting a raised suspension and the highest ground clearance of any Honda SUV—not to mention better approach and departure angles. While the 2022 Passport EX-L trim is available with the Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) All-Wheel-Drive System, the first-ever Passport TrailSport and top-tier Passport Elite come standard equipped with AWD.
The innovative Ridgeline has introduced many industry-firsts to the midsize truck segment, including an In-Bed Trunk®, dual-action tailgate, and truck-bed audio system, and its available, all-wheel drive provides SUV handling without sacrificing any pickup perks. Scroll down to learn more about this Honda all-wheel drive truck.
From the Sport model to the Black Edition, every 2022 Honda Ridgeline trim level can be outfitted with the available, Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) All-Wheel-Drive System. This drivetrain boosts Ridgeline’s towing capacity from 3,500 to 5,000 pounds, adding to an already hearty powertrain comprised of a 280-horsepower i-VTEC® engine paired to a 9-speed automatic transmission (9AT) with shift-by-wire and paddle shifters.
