Acura TLX
This sedan might not look like a cold weather warrior, but it has a lot of features packed into a small frame, making it a great choice for driving in the snow. If you opt for the base model, the car has a four-cylinder 2.4-liter engine that works with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. The higher trim levels have a more capable 3.5-liter V6 engine, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
The TLX comes standard with front-wheel drive, but all trim levels are available with the all-wheel drive system, which Acura calls Super Handling All-Wheel Drive. It’s especially good for winter driving because it has a precise torque-vectoring control that makes it easier to handle around turns.
Acura MDX
The SUV underwent a major redesign in 2014, so the latest models still showcase the new and improved body style. It’s sleek and comfortable, with available Super Handling All-Wheel Drive that does very well in poor road conditions. According to the automotive manufacturer, this feature enhances performance handling on dry roads while giving drivers an advantage on icy, wet, or snowy roads. When directing the engine power continuously, the car has better traction and weight distribution to keep all four tires in contact with the road.
It’s a better option than a standard all-wheel or four-wheel drive system because of the handling around corners and turns, both of which are difficult to do safely in the wintertime. The MDX has plenty of other features as well, including a premium interior and seating for up to seven. Wintertime driving also calls for better safety features, and every model includes AcuraWatch, a safety technology suite that includes collision warning with mitigation, road departure mitigation, adaptive cruise control, and lane keep assist.
Acura RDX
This compact SUV is smaller and more fuel-efficient than the MDX but still handles well in the snow. Under the hood, you find a refined V6 engine that has as much or more power than turbocharged versions found in many similar vehicles in this class. When the all-wheel drive system kicks in due to loss of traction on slick roads, it immediately transfers power back to the rear wheels, keeping them from sliding as much as they would in a front-wheel or rear-wheel drive.
Driving in the winter doesn’t have to cause fear and panic. While you should always drive slowly and cautiously in inclement weather, having a car that can better handle wet, icy, and snowy roads can ease a lot of your stress and keep you and your family safe.
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