4MATIC for the compact model range from Mercedes-Benz: Greater driving dynamics, greater traction, greater safety
- Fully variable permanent all-wheel drive for the front-wheel vehicles
- Dual clutch transmission with integrated power take-off
- Torque on demand-rear axle
- Intelligent control systems for safer and more enjoyable driving
- Different modes to suit personal driving styles
The most innovative components of the new 4MATIC include the power take-off to the rear axle which is integrated in the 7G-DCT automated dual clutch transmission and the rear-axle gear with integrated, electrohydraulically controlled multi-disc clutch. This set-up enables fully variable distribution of the drive torque between front and rear axle. Additional benefits of this design are a lower system weight than is available from the competition and high efficiency.
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