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Confidence in all conditions.

Through winter storms and tight corners, 4MATIC all-wheel drive maximizes traction—putting you in control and keeping you there.

Greater control. Gripping results.

4MATIC all-wheel drive delivers more than just control in Canada’s sometimes challenging driving conditions. This fully integrated technology reacts instantly to any driving scenario, with each wheel responding individually for advanced driving comfort.

This is where we thrive.

4MATIC all-wheel drive doesn’t just perform in the most extreme conditions on earth - it thrives in it. No matter how challenging the driving conditions get, 4MATIC all-wheel drive delivers. All without giving up the superior performance you expect.

Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC

Fully integrated into your vehicle, Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC all-wheel drive reacts instantly and adjusts to handle any scenario.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan
Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe
Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan

4MATIC Variable All-Wheel Drive

This highly fuel-efficient all-wheel drive system delivers improved safety and handling on all road surfaces by automatically changing from pure front-wheel drive for steady highway driving to a 50:50 front-rear split in more challenging conditions.

Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe

4MATIC Permanent All‑Wheel Drive

This fuel-efficient, compact, and lightweight permanent all-wheel drive system is always active with a fixed torque split, so power is always applied to all four wheels. When the system detects slippery conditions, it shifts power to the wheel on each axle that is spinning more slowly, improving traction as well as stability.

Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV

4MATIC Variable All-Wheel Drive

This fully variable 4MATIC system offers the benefits of both all-wheel and rear-wheel drive. Depending on the conditions, it can automatically send up to 100% of the engine’s torque to either axle, front or rear. The adaptable multi-disc clutch guarantees each of the four wheels will achieve maximum traction, including on snow and ice and in on- or off-roading conditions, enhancing handling in any season.

AMG Performance 4MATIC

Designed for the raw power of Mercedes-AMG, AMG Performance 4MATIC delivers an ideal combination of agility, efficiency and traction.

AMG CLA 35
Photo of a Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+ Coupe
Photo of a Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+ Coupe
AMG CLA 35

AMG Performance 4MATIC Variable All-Wheel Drive

This performance all-wheel drive system offers an ideal combination of agility, efficiency and traction, delivering enhanced safety without compromising driving enjoyment. Depending on road conditions, fully variable power is sent to the front or rear axle. When they are good, the vehicle operates in front-wheel drive only. When conditions become challenging, power is channelled to the rear axle, as well, for as long as needed.

Photo of a Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+ Coupe

AMG Performance 4MATIC Permanent All-Wheel Drive

This permanent AMG variant splits power between the front and rear, improving acceleration from a standing start. The system adapts to changing conditions and provides optimal safety by ensuring all four tires achieve maximum traction, including on snow and ice and in on- or off-roading conditions, without sacrificing AMG’s hallmark premium dynamics and pure exhilaration.

Photo of a Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 4MATIC+ Coupe

AMG Performance 4MATIC+ Variable All-Wheel Drive

4MATIC+ for AMG continually calculating ideal torque distribution, enabling a seamless transition from all-wheel to rear-wheel drive while delivering optimum traction and hallmark AMG driving dynamics. The adaptable multi-disc clutch guarantees each of the four wheels will achieve maximum traction, including on snow and ice and in on- or off-roading conditions.