All-wheel drive sedan is an ideal car for Russian roads. The most successful symbiosis of aesthetics and functionality. You won’t be stuck on such a car on the road in winter, and the handling of all-wheel drive sedans is excellent. It is not surprising that many people who are faced with the question of choosing a car decide to buy a vehicle of this category.
Bentley
The Continental GT V8 is an excellent all-wheel drive sedan. True, not everyone can afford it. But it doesn’t make him worse. Production of this model began in 2012. Under the hood, a 4-liter V8 engine is installed, thanks to which the car can accelerate to 303 km / h. This is her maximum. To the first hundred, the speedometer gets in 4.8 seconds. Given that the car weighs almost 2.3 tons, the dynamics are excellent. Not surprising, because the engine power is 507 liters. from. And he works under the control of an 8-speed automatic ZF.
Special attention should be paid to the brake system. It consists of huge perforated ventilated discs (390 mm) made of carbon ceramics with the addition of silicon carbide. The system is complemented by 6-piston calipers. It is also equipped with DBC, CBC and ABS. Tires - Pirelli PZero Corsa. This all-wheel drive sedan costs 145,000 euros in the basic configuration and new condition.
Another car with four wheels involved, first released by an English company in 2005, is the Continental Flying Spur. There are two options - both with 6-liter engines, only one injection, and the second with multi-point injection. The first power is 552 liters. from. And the second - 560 liters. from. The price is about 170,000 euros. The cost of the maximum configuration exceeds 200 000 €.
Volvo
This company produces an all-wheel drive sedan like the S80 T6 AWD. Ideal for the "ice age". As you know, Volvo has been testing its cars in the snow of Lapland for half a century.
It is worth looking at the reviews of the owners. The people who purchased the S80 T6 assure themselves that on an icy highway this all-wheel drive sedan goes as if on rails. The driver can not think about anything. You only need to choose a mode - an active self-tuning chassis offers three options: Advanced, Comfort and Sport.
Four-wheel drive distributes torque using a hydraulic clutch that is electronically controlled. Thanks to Instant TractionTM technology, traction on slippery surfaces is redistributed at an incredible speed. But with special attention, Volvo owners note the system of dynamic stabilization of traction control. On a snowy highway, the car goes perfectly smoothly.
By the way, a 285-horsepower turbocharged diesel engine is installed under the hood. The price of the car is very pleasant, when compared with the Bentley - about 1,900,000 rubles. So we can safely say: this is the best all-wheel drive sedan that combines safety, cost and reliability.
Five hundredth
Naturally, one cannot fail to note the attention of Mercedes-Benz cars. Many people believe that the best all-wheel drive sedan is the S 500 L 4MATIC. Yes, its price starts at 7.6 million rubles. But this car is the one for which it really is not a pity to give such money.
Under the hood, a V-shaped 8-cylinder engine with a capacity of 455 liters is installed. from. It is controlled by a 7-speed automatic, there are ABS, ESP, eight airbags (side, curtain, front, knee), parking sensors, rear view camera, climate control, light and rain sensors, power steering, power windows, heating - this is only small a list of what is included in the package of five hundredth. However, it is not surprising. This is a Mercedes, and it has it all. These are the traditions of the German automobile industry.
Of the auxiliary functions, owners pay special attention to the availability of a system of assistance when starting uphill, an automatic “handbrake”, an electric drive with a memory function and adaptive cruise control.
This is not to say that the S 500 belongs to the category called "All-wheel drive sedans with high ground clearance." The ground clearance is 13 cm. But there is a button on the central tunnel, just press it and the clearance will increase by 4 centimeters.
The thrill of the trip is great. The owners of five hundredth assure: when you go, you get the feeling that an air cushion is supposedly laid between the roadway and the body. So high comfort and ride. And the speed is felt in a completely different way, not like in other cars. It may seem that on the speedometer - hardly 120 km / h. But in reality - more than 160 km / h. This is the best indicator of vibration and acoustic comfort.
S63 AMG W222
This is another car from the company Mercedes, which must be noted with attention. After all, he is the most powerful of all premium all-wheel drive sedans. Under the hood of this elegant car (photo posted above), a 5.5-liter biturbo engine is installed, generating a capacity of 585 liters. from. It is interesting that in the process of designing this model, the most lightweight structures were used, which were reflected in the dynamics. Indeed, thanks to them, it was possible to reduce the weight of the car by 100 kilograms, unlike its predecessor. This fact alone said a lot. And when it became clear that the S63 sedan would be equipped with an all-wheel drive transmission, they began to show interest in it even more.
AMG pleases with luxury equipment. Signature door sills and floor mats, brushed stainless steel sports pedals, Ambient Lighting, driver fatigue control system, preventive safety system - this is just a small list of what this model boasts.
Each rating of all-wheel drive sedans in its list has the name of this car. No wonder, she’s gorgeous. 67% of the thrust is distributed to the rear axle, and the rest, respectively, to the front. Through the use of new technologies, the probability of slippage was completely eliminated. This "Mercedes" just breaks down - this nuance is noted by the attention of each of its owners. Ideal noise isolation, fast acceleration and air suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers received many positive reviews.
How much will this new Mercedes cost? All-wheel drive sedan costs about 10 million rubles. But the price may increase to 17 million if a person wants the best equipment.
Lexus
If you need a car with excellent handling and exceptional comfort at a more affordable price than Mercedes, then you should pay attention to the Lexus. The all-wheel drive sedan LS 460 is the choice of many people. The owners of this model claim: disappointment in the car will not succeed. Take at least her aluminum multi-link suspension! Its carefully designed design provides excellent balance and maneuverability. But what owners note with special attention is the Drive Mode Select system, which enables the driver to choose the most convenient driving style for him.
Dynamism is another feature of this model. Everything is thought out in it: the bottom is made almost flat, ribbed protrusions provide maximum stability at high speeds, aerodynamic elements are copied from Formula 1 cars.
And many more like the principle of traction distribution. Under normal conditions, it is dispersed between the front and rear wheels in a ratio of 40/60. As soon as the Lexus gets on a bad road, its system immediately redistributes the effort so that the clutch is in the right place. This feature can not but rejoice. Not without reason, many assert that the LS 460 is the best all-wheel drive sedan from Lexus. And this car with a 4.6-liter 370-horsepower engine costs about 6.9 million rubles.
BMW
Of course, attention should be paid to the models produced by the famous Bavarian concern. 750Li xDrive, by German standards, belongs to the category called “All-wheel drive sedans with high ground clearance,” since it is 152 mm. There is a new car about 7.3 million rubles.
Under the hood, the model has a 4.4-liter 449-horsepower engine, thanks to which the car accelerates to 100 km / h in 4.5 seconds. By the way, in terms of a sense of speed, many BMW models are the same as the Mercedes: 160 km / h on the speedometer, and the driver won’t even feel it.
Under normal conditions, traction on the front and rear wheels is distributed in a ratio of 40/60. If an electronics command arrives, then the clutch immediately changes performance. And the thrust is distributed equally. The system works in tandem with DSC. When the machine shows insufficient understeer (for example, the front wheels are drifted to the outside of the turn), the clutch opens. Thus, the thrust is transferred to the rear axle. DSC at the right time helps to brake individual wheels or level the car during drifts / drifts. The all-wheel drive system on this model is preventive - it is activated when the machine loses traction. But the driver does not even notice this.
And I would also like to note the attention of the BMW 530d xDrive, talking about all-wheel drive cars. This sedan is inexpensive (in comparison with the aforementioned model) - from 3 600 000 rubles. Under the hood, a 3-liter 258-horsepower diesel engine is installed. And this car is offered only in a luxury configuration.
Audi
Machines of this manufacturer also cannot be ignored. At the mention of the name of the company, their brand name is immediately recalled: “Winter is quattro time”. And indeed. Talking about the new four-wheel drive sedans of 2017, it is worth talking about the updated Audi A6. Prestigious, stylish, aggressive on the outside and comfortable, convenient inside - this is how an ideal car should be. By the way, potential buyers are offered not only all-wheel drive, but also front-wheel drive.
The novelty took away from its "brother", the famous Q7, both the platform and the entire line of powertrains. And there are nine of them, among which there are not only diesels and gasolines, but even one hybrid. In the basic version, a 1.8-liter engine with a 6-speed manual will be installed.
People who own the previously released "A6" claim: this is a great car. Dynamics, stability, reliability, comfort, style - these are the words that can describe it. Special attention is paid to the excellent operation of the robotic box. The gears are shifted gently, there are no jerks (even at low revs), and after activating the sports mode, the car starts to pick up speed significantly.
Audi A8 L 4.0 TFSI is also a decent all-wheel drive sedan. Many lovers of classic German cars decide to choose it. After all, this is exactly what it is - with a strict design, a V8 engine, 435 “horses”. Powerful, reliable, comfortable. Today it costs about 6.8 million rubles.
Jaguar and Cadillac
Cars of these brands can also be noted attention. What is it worth Jaguar XJ 5.0 LWB. You can’t even talk about appearance, because this is a “Jaguar”, each model of which looks refined and elegant. Thanks to a 5-liter 510-horsepower engine controlled by an 8-speed automatic, this car accelerates to a hundredth in less than 5 seconds. Despite the fact that its total weight is 2320 kilograms. But the weight does not affect the dynamics. In addition, owners note the excellent behavior of the car in winter. The stabilization system works smoothly and clearly like a clock.
Cadillac CTS AWD is also a high-quality and solid car. Cadillac is known for its SUVs, but the sedan quickly gained popularity. He immediately liked the fans of the original design and luxurious interior. A 3-liter engine produces 341 horsepower. It is controlled by an 8-speed automatic. Here is a permanent four-wheel drive. Which is not surprising, because the model is not from the budget. The price of the new version, which comes out in 2016/17, is 3,800,000 rubles. This will be a premium modification. There are models and cheaper - about a million. But then it will be standard equipment and also with a 240-horsepower 2-liter engine.
By the way, continuing the topic of expensive cars, one of the Volvo models should be noted again. All-wheel drive sedan S90 comes out in 2016/17, and its price in picking the T6 Inscription is 3 600 000 rubles. A 2-liter 320-horsepower gasoline unit, an 8-speed automatic, refined interior design with expensive materials and an original appearance - many have already had time to put their eyes on such a machine.
Budget options
More expensive cars have been described above. However, cars with 4WD are not cheap. Their price is determined by the complexity of the design and applied technologies. But still, budget options can be found.
For example, the fifth-generation Subaru Impreza, which comes out in 2017, costs 20,000 euros (about 1,380,000 rubles). The suspension is completely independent, a 152-horsepower engine is installed under the hood, which is controlled by the Lineartronic CVT variator. Appearance is attractive and dynamic, the interior is comfortable. So the question of which all-wheel drive sedans are inexpensive and you can safely answer: Subaru Impreza.
It is also worth noting the attention of the Nissan Teana model. Its price is about 27,000 euros. Under the hood is a 2.5-liter 167-horsepower engine that works in tandem with the Xtronic-CVT. Four-wheel drive system operates in two modes. This is especially noted by the owners of the model. There is a forced one, in which the drive on all wheels is activated. And there is also an automatic one. In this mode, front-wheel drive is constantly engaged , but if a hint of slipping suddenly appears, the rear wheels are immediately connected. Moreover, as the owners of the car assure, the system works so harmoniously that it is even imperceptible. Comfortable and energy-intensive suspension, responsive steering, a decent level of sound insulation and a strong chassis cannot fail to please.
What else can you choose?
In the end, it’s worth telling just a few words about other all-wheel drive sedans.
Alfa Romeo 159 Q4 - a beautiful car with original optics, a comfortable interior and a 260-horsepower 3.2-liter engine. The machine is easy to lift and obeys any movement of the wheel. Especially good at high-speed driving, despite the fact that the engine for her seems to many rather weak.
Infiniti G37 - a car that is a great combination of reasonable price and luxury. A bit weaker than the Audi S4, but cheaper.
Opel Insignia - a model that has proven itself previously. An updated version is now available. And she promises to be successful, as her appearance turned out to be magnificent. The car is somewhat similar to the symbiosis of Audi and Mercedes. Inside, real sporty chic reigns. It is also known that the security system has been updated. It is expected that in the basic version the model will be equipped with a 200-horsepower engine, but a top model with an engine producing 400 liters will also be released. from.
Porsche Panamera Turbo - a luxurious, powerful and even seemingly incredibly expensive car. And yes, it is also all-wheel drive. 550 “horses”, acceleration to 100 km / h - 3.8 s, and the price - 10 million minimum.
Saab 9-3 Sport Sedan XWD is not a very famous, but solid Swedish sedan with an adaptive all-wheel drive system. 280 “horses”, acceleration to 100 km / h in 5.7 seconds, 6MKPP - the model is pretty good in its characteristics.
In general, as you can see, there are countless all-wheel drive sedans. There are cars offered for modest money. There are also expensive, luxury cars. Each person already decides which model he will buy. Most importantly, there are plenty to choose from.