Does it use more gas being in permanent 4wd

Asked by gillian Apr 16, 2012 at 02:29 PM about the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara Luxury 4WD

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Yes, it makes the engine work harder. The engine has to drive two extra wheels all the time instead of just pushing or pulling them along.

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more parts linked to engine for power, so more fuel being used

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True, it does use extra fuel to power the additional two wheels, if you stay in a hilly area i guess it makes sense to keep it engaged if not use it only when needed.

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