When shopping for a new BMW for your Saline drives, you’ll likely be wondering whether to choose a model with BMW sDrive or xDrive. But what is the difference between them? BMW sDrive is a two-wheel drive system, and BMW xDrive is the BMW AWD system. xDrive models are sometimes more expensive than their sDrive counterparts, but they offer better traction in slippery driving conditions. Learn more about each with BMW of Ann Arbor, and then visit us near Canton to experience these systems in action.
A car’s drivetrain is the system that helps make your car move, including everything from the engine to the wheels. Often, people refer to the driveline as a drivetrain. Technically, this isn’t wrong because the driveline is part of the drivetrain. But the driveline itself is part of the drivetrain, including the components between the transmission and the wheels. These parts typically make up your 2WD, AWD, or 4WD systems. BMW xDrive and sDrive are two distinct driveline types offered in BMW drivetrains.
BMW sDrive refers to a drivetrain system that transmits power to only two wheels. Typically, BMW sDrive will send your vehicle’s engine power to the rear wheels, giving you sporty handling for the Brighton streets. BMW sDrive is standard on most models and may be the only option on race-inspired cars like the BMW Z4.
What sets BMW xDrive all-wheel drive apart from other all-wheel drive systems? The xDrive system is standard on models like the BMW X7 and utilizes intelligent all-wheel drive technology engineered by the brand for ultimate performance. Some of the ways this unique BMW AWD system works to give you enhanced power and capability include:
When you’re ready to see the exclusive BMW AWD system in action, reach out to BMW of Ann Arbor. Our team will put you behind the wheel of both sDrive and xDrive-equipped models so you can feel the difference on the Ann Arbor roads firsthand. In the meantime, learn more about how BMW puts performance first at our BMW Research Hub.
