The award-winning Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC™ is a permanent all-wheel-drive system that delivers optimal traction, whatever the road condition, for maximum confidence and handling control.

4MATIC™ incorporates the 4-wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS), which monitors each wheel for slippage and individually brakes wheels to maintain the balance of power. By continuously ensuring that power goes to the wheels with grip, 4MATIC™ can help get you going, even if only one wheel has traction.

In addition, with 4MATIC™, you get the outstanding control of all-wheel drive without sacrificing true sport-sedan driving enjoyment. With 60% of the overall torque distributed to the rear wheels, crisp steering and the balanced feel of a rear-wheel-drive vehicle are retained, making any Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC™ model a joy to drive in any season.

Finally, the simple, yet sophisticated, 4MATIC™ permanent all-wheel-drive system uses few mechanical components. This reduces wear-and-tear on expensive internal parts, allows for a more comfortable ride, and is ultimately a relatively lightweight system, which translates to improved fuel economy.