Is 4A a deal breaker?

[dejones64]

Living in MN, definitely wanted 4A. Not once used 4H, only 4A.

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I was too cheap for a build with 4A, so I went the conservative driving + good tires route. Would be nice to have, but in two years of ownership I can't say there was a time when I felt like I really needed it.

I think we’re in the same boat. Threw the $795 at the rear locker option in my OBX and upgraded the tires. Haven’t given thought to 4A since then.

 

[Cheshire]

You're really not supposed to use 4H/4L when driving on pavement even if there is snow on it. If you have grip, then you're binding your drivetrain. If you don't have grip on the pavement then you shouldn't be driving on it anyways, lol.

4H/4L is supposed to be used when your wheels can slip, otherwise it's bad on your drivetrain.

That's what makes 4A so good. You can leave it on all the time with no issues.

Your comment is nuts! I've driven through many many snow storms and engaging 4wd is a must. I am talking about proper storms with inches of accumulation when the highway is white. This happens in Vermont all the time.

I had many 4WD vehicles for decades in snow without 4A and never had an issue. I have 4A in my Sasquatch now, but no matter where life takes me, I'm confident I will never engage the 4A on my Bronco, but that's just me. It's a nice feature for many, but to answer OP's question, NOT NECESSRY AT ALL.

 

[FoxFour281]

keep in mind 4-Auto is relatively new

It's been around since the 90's. Not even relatively new at this point.

Anyways, it's not a deal breaker if you don't have it. I was totally fine switching between 2H-4H during the winter storms we got in Reno.

 

[BigFootie]

To me it's like ABS or ACC. It might be nice to have but it isn't a requirement for driving. I'm an old fart so you need to take that into consideration. I learned to drive with a three on the tree. Most people these days never knew they put trees in cars back in the day!

The ABS has been out on my Escape since 2012 or so. Every year the pimple faced kid at Ford tells me you need to get that fixed! You can't drive a car with out it in the winter! Ok.

 

[A907Chick]

You're really not supposed to use 4H/4L when driving on pavement even if there is snow on it. If you have grip, then you're binding your drivetrain. If you don't have grip on the pavement then you shouldn't be driving on it anyways, lol.

4H/4L is supposed to be used when your wheels can slip, otherwise it's bad on your drivetrain.

That's what makes 4A so good. You can leave it on all the time with no issues.

Your comment is nuts! I've driven through many many snow storms and engaging 4wd is a must. I am talking about proper storms with inches of accumulation when the highway is white. This happens in Vermont all the time.

I had many 4WD vehicles for decades in snow without 4A and never had an issue. I have 4A in my Sasquatch now, but no matter where life takes me, I'm confident I will never engage the 4A on my Bronco, but that's just me. It's a nice feature for many, but to answer OP's question, NOT NECESSRY AT ALL.

Why is a Floridian commenting on a 4WD issue with a Toyota MR2 as their profile picture in a Bronco Forum?

 

[PSUTE]

I agree with the "nice to have" point of view. It shines in mixed driving conditions. "need to have" absolutely not...

 

[Cheshire]

Why is a Floridian commenting on a 4WD issue with a Toyota MR2 as their profile picture in a Bronco Forum?

Why? Well, I'm from Boston and have 10 tens more snow and ice driving experience than you. Owned 4 Wranglers, 2 Defenders, a 4 Runner & 2 Broncos so have a decent understanding of 4WD.. Never sat in an MR2, but hey, don't let that stop you from creating your own reality.

 

[l88m22vette]

I use 4A a lot in my non-SAS, and I'd be bothered if I didn't have it, since it really adds a feature instead of just apeing something. I mean, with the Advanced drivetrain you have RWD, 4WD Hi/Lo, and AWD, which covers any situation you will encounter. The AWD gives extra grip in crappy weather without the fear of trashing a diff, and is active. I'm mad we never got a really good snow this past winter, it seems like a missed opportunity as a new owner lol

 

[Slide]

For me it’s all about rain instead of snow/ice. I have had other vehicles that are 4WD all time and the first time I had to accelerate in the rain and the rear tires broke loose on what I thought was not that much gas was very disturbing. Now with wet streets always use 4A and zero issues.

 

[JohnnyBronco]

Actually got pulled a week early..salesman never got back to me when I wanted to make changes earlier..thought about cactus gray but definitely happy with carbon as I saw one last week so I'm excited at how it looks in person
That being said I'm at msrp but wondering what manager meant by making things right..I'm always a fan of customer is always right..lol
Does anyone here have anything that was thrown in when they got their Bronco besides an ADM.
Lol
This dealer is quite far from me but seemed to be the best to deal with or so I thought..that being said there are bunch of Broncos landing on lots within 20 miles of me ..and I could probably do msrp..and have within 2-3 weeks..but again have to deal with another salesman

He can't add 4A after the fact to make it right.

Think of it this way. Every all wheel drive as in BMW even GMC yukons offer or only include atomic engagement of the secondary axle and you never feel it.

I have it and at the time 4wd advanced was a no cost option when I ordered my 21 bronco and I would not have another vehicle without it

 

[AZ_Liberty]

So is 4A=Sport Mode?
I dont have 4A but I do have sport mode.

If equipped with the Advanced Transfer Case, then Sport Mode turns on 4A for some reason. If you have the regular transfer case, it keeps it in 4H.

I have a stick, so I never bother with Sport Mode.

 

[RHeinz]

Just realized salesman didn't put in order for 4x4 advanced is it a deal breaker?
Had a TJ in the past and never had any issues
But wondering if there will be issues utilizing the 4wd in a light snow..live in nyc.
I'm thinking I could live without it but wondering if any issues
When I contacted manager about another issue he said when bronco comes in make sure you like it and I'll do right
Don't know what that means but maybe I can get a set of mats/liners on them
Has anyone had dealership throw anything in to make things right? Would love to know what freebies could be had
Thanks

Make it right???

To me that means you drive out of the dealership with a huge smile on your face (hard not to with a new Bronco….) and do high 5’s with your spouse when you get it home.

 

[GroovyGhost]

Living in MN, definitely wanted 4A. Not once used 4H, only 4A.

This. I'm in MN too. There are times when it's so cold the salt doesn't melt the ice. I drove 4WD Wranglers for 25 years. You can do it, but once I tried AWD in my wife's Atlas, I knew I wanted it in my Bronco. It feels more secure on the road when you run into unseen ice.

 

[HPNQ420]

Just realized salesman didn't put in order for 4x4 advanced is it a deal breaker?
Had a TJ in the past and never had any issues
But wondering if there will be issues utilizing the 4wd in a light snow..live in nyc.
I'm thinking I could live without it but wondering if any issues
When I contacted manager about another issue he said when bronco comes in make sure you like it and I'll do right
Don't know what that means but maybe I can get a set of mats/liners on them
Has anyone had dealership throw anything in to make things right? Would love to know what freebies could be had
Thanks

I lived without it on my old Xterra. Put Blizzaks on it and rarely used 4wd on the street. Good winter tires without 4A will be better than stock with 4A.

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