Montanaman
Montana/Arizona
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- 2018.5 CX-9 AWD GT
Looks like Toyota is going to be offering a more sophisticated AWD system on the all new Highlander coming out now. I forget what they are calling it but it can split power between the rear wheels and apparently mimics the Honda/Acura AWD system which is very good. I don't yet know if it can send more than 50% of the power to the rear like the Honda. I have the new Ridgeline with that set up and it's brilliant and far exceeds the system in our CX-9 as far as everyday around town driving as well as wet/snow. it just feels like it's aways "on" and you can fell it pushing the rear end through a tight corner.
There's nothing that would move me off the CX-9 at this point and I think the new Highlander is just plain ugly but I found it interesting that they went that far with it. Probably trying to offer something unique in the crowded segment. I think it is only on the very top trim though.
There's nothing that would move me off the CX-9 at this point and I think the new Highlander is just plain ugly but I found it interesting that they went that far with it. Probably trying to offer something unique in the crowded segment. I think it is only on the very top trim though.