MAZDA i-ACTIV AWD®
UNDERSTANDING KEY COMPETITIVE SYSTEMS
MAZDA & SUBARU
Customers looking for a vehicle that can handle a variety of driving conditions are often enticed by Subaru's rugged, adventurous brand image and full lineup featuring its capable all-wheel-drive system.
AWD Availability: Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (all Subaru models except BR-Z)
MAZDA ADVANTAGES
- While capable, Subaru's AWD system can feel unrefined at times, especially during everyday, city road driving. i-Activ AWD® is more versatile, offering a refined, engaging daily driving experience plus the added confidence to navigate unexpected obstacles
- Subaru's AWD system will take over the brakes at times, even when the driver may not intend to stop. i-Activ AWD® follows the driver's intentions, which leads to more seamless, natural and connected driving experience
BOTTOM LINE
Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive system is capable and rugged but not as suited for daily driving.
MAZDA & HONDA
Honda is a longstanding brand with a quality lineup of reliable and efficient vehicles, drawing in customers looking for a practical option that can get them where they need to go.
AWD Availability: Honda Real Time AWD™ (CR-V, HR-V); i-VTM4® (Pilot, Passport, Ridgeline)
MAZDA ADVANTAGES
- Honda's Real Time AWD™ system is mostly designed for light uses, such as driving in rain or light snow. i-Activ AWD® offers excellent traction for everyday use, plus added confidence when navigating uneven terrain, courtesy of Off-Road Traction Assist capability
- Honda's Real Time AWD™ system can sometimes struggle and slip upon acceleration off the line. i-Activ AWD® can detect front-wheel slip and adjust to ensure acceleration feels controlled and refined
BOTTOM LINE
Honda's Real Time AWD™ system is practical for mild uses but is not as able to adapt to a wide range of driving conditions and terrain.
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