At the heart of Subaru is the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system – providing very precise steering response in corners, and surefooted stability when traveling at high speeds or bad weather. Unlike 4WD systems that run in 2WD until wheels slips, Subaru’s AWD system is always on and continually monitors all wheels and adapts to provide maximum road grip and outstanding control at every turn. With the left and right sides of the drivetrain completely balanced and a 50/50 split of power routing to the front and rear wheels, you get double the traction full-time.