What is Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC® All-Wheel Drive?

Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC®® all-wheel drive delivers superior performance in all weather conditions, whether you’re moving down the freeway on a hot summer day or you’re making your way to work in the midst of a winter snowstorm. 4MATIC®® improves upon traditional all-wheel drive systems in order to offer the following advantages:

• Improved traction during rain, sleet, snow, and other forms of inclement weather
• Constant or adjustable power distribution, so your torque can reach the wheels with the best grip
• Controlled power delivery, which preserves your fuel economy without compromising performance

How Does Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC®® All-Wheel Drive Work?

Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC®® all-wheel drive deserves to be experienced in person, but you may not understand how it works unless you get familiar with the system before you head out on the roads of Long Island or Roslyn. Here’s what you should know:

• You’ll be able to choose between 4MATIC®® Variable All-Wheel Drive and 4MATIC®® Permanent All-Wheel Drive. The former can switch between pure front-wheel drive and 50:50 front-rear split power distribution. The latter delivers a constant torque output to all four wheels.
• Both 4MATIC®® all-wheel drive systems deliver power to the front axle and use a limited-slip differential in order to provide power to the rear. 
• 4MATIC®® AWD also utilizes the 4-wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS). This technology immediately detects excess wheel spin, then brakes to stop the spinning wheel while directing all remaining power toward the wheels with the best grip.

If you choose a model from the Mercedes-Benz AMG® lineup, you may be able to access three additional 4MATIC® AWD configurations. These systems make even more significant contributions to your performance by employing multi-disc clutches, electro-hydraulic controls, and more.

Mercedes-Benz Vehicles with Standard 4MATIC® All-Wheel Drive

You may already know about large and powerful models like the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC® SUV or the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC® SUV, but you may not realize that 4MATIC® is currently available on almost every model in our lineup. Here’s a closer look at your options:

Models with 4MATIC® Variable All-Wheel Drive 

• Mercedes-Benz CLA Coupe
• Mercedes-Benz GLA SUV

Models with 4MATIC® Permanent All-Wheel Drive 

• Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan
• Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe
• Mercedes-Benz CLS Coupe
• Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan
• Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan
• Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV
• Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe
• Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV
• Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe
• Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV

If you’re looking for an accessible SUV with 4MATIC® all-wheel drive, the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC® is certainly one of your best options. On the other hand, you might also consider a used Mercedes-Benz SUV like the Mercedes-Benz GLS 550 4MATIC®. Since the models in our lineup have always been ahead of the curve, moving back several model years won’t feel like a sacrifice.

Find a Vehicle with Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC® AWD Today!

Our team would love to help you find a new or pre-owned vehicle with 4MATIC® AWD. Fill out our vehicle finder service form if you’re looking for a particular model, or simply contact us to set up an appointment at our dealership. Prepare for your upgrade by valuing your trade-in vehicle from home in Roslyn or Syosset.