What Does xDrive® Mean on BMW Vehicles?

Many first-time BMW shoppers to our showroom ask, “What does xDrive® mean on BMW vehicles?” Simply put, xDrive® is the BMW proprietary intelligent all-wheel drive system that is designed to increase agility and maximize traction on any surface. BMW of Wesley Chapel covers how this advanced technology works to keep you safe during Florida rainstorms and on rough roads.

Intelligent Torque Distribution

Unlike traditional all-wheel drive systems that split power evenly, xDrive® is constantly adapting to road conditions in real-time. It uses a variety of sensors to monitor wheel slip, steering angle, and vehicle speed every millisecond of your drive. If the xDrive® system detects that one axle is losing grip, it will compensate by instantaneously redirecting power to the wheels with the best traction.

Improved Handling

Additionally, xDrive® is engineered to amplify the legendary performance of your BMW model. By biasing power to the car’s rear wheels during normal driving conditions, it preserves the classic feel of a rear-wheel-drive sports car that enthusiasts love. When you turn into a tight corner, the systems help pull the vehicle through the turn, reducing oversteer and understeer.

Safety on Slick Roads

While you might first think about how all-wheel drive improves traction during snowstorms, it also aids during summer storms that we experience here in Florida. Slick pavement and puddles can easily cause a vehicle to lose control on the road, but xDrive® works to maintain contact with the asphalt. It provides stability when accelerating on wet roads or driving through puddles.

Test Out xDrive® on BMW Vehicles in Wesley Chapel, FL

The best way to learn about BMW xDrive® is to experience it for yourself. A variety of new BMW coupes, sedans, and SUVs at BMW of Wesley Chapel are equipped with this helpful technology. We invite you to our showroom to test drive a BMW vehicle with xDrive®!