# WTF Subaru? v. Car shopping

**URL:** https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wtf-subaru-v-car-shopping/33045
**Category:** NYSpeed Automotive
**Created:** [July 27, 2007, 6:54am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wtf-subaru-v-car-shopping/33045 "2007-07-27T06:54:54Z")
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#### Post date: [July 29, 2007, 6:39am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wtf-subaru-v-car-shopping/33045/66 "2007-07-29T06:39:43Z")

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JayS is spot on.

However, having had a AWD GrCher, an AutoAWD / 4wd TrBlzr, and two simple 4wds in the past… binding is _slightly_ overhyped. Its only a drivability problem when the front wheels are driven into tight angle turns (\> ~30\* from center depening on vehicle, IMExperience).

It is a very real problem from any standpoint. However, even in the worst Buffalo winters you won’t be driving around in 4wd _all the time_ anyways.

4WD (on road) is for clearing large snow berms (a driveway apron buried by the muni. plow), getting out of a snow berm (1’ fell where you are parked), and dicey grades with old / slushed snow. Otherwise you _should_ simply be in 2hi in most situations.  
Of course, you should teach _Her_ this.

For overall comfort & ease of use, any AutoAWD or true AWD is easier and far more reliable based on minimum effort.

Sorry, woulda counseled all of this prior to purchase, but I dont think that anyone realized you were considering the option.

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