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minmin001|1407980016|3731932 said:So I was going to get the CX5 AWD but sadly being in Austin there isn't many of those so both of my color options are no go. After read about the way CX5's AWD system works it seems like it wouldn't really work much here.
My So and I go to NM's ranch least once a year, and with the baby coming I need make a safe decision.
CX5 FWD or Forester...help !!!
We have the FWD CX5 and love it. DH wanted the FWD because after his research, he believed it was better than the AWD. We actually special ordered the FWD and had to wait for it to be made and shipped in to us!
I've talked with the guys in the service department and several of them agree the FWD is better than the AWD.
The FWD gets a bit better mileage than the AWD and is also a bit perkier getting up to speed.
I've never once felt in danger due to the performance of the CX7 or of the CX5.
If you're driving in snow/ice, make sure to get great tires no matter what car you choose.