Would you buy a 2015 for the Rear Wheel Drive or AWD
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Buy what you prefer. Everyone is going to tell you what they think is the right answer... but there isn't one. Do you prefer the "drama" of an extremely tail happy car, or do you prefer all out grip and being thrown in your seat? Those are really the two options here. Both cars get sideways, both cars drive pretty much the same. It's just what you want. Don't let anyone else convince you otherwise.
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If you try the RWD drive with the Pirellis, you will want the AWD. I was planning to go to an AWD from my RWD, and since I've put on the Michelins, I have no desire to switch. The rear wheel drive with the Michelins 4S is a completely different car.
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I get a kick out of 15 posts (out of how many members on this board?) and the underlying assumption is that RWD is better than AWD - with the friendly twist on, “get what you prefer.” And, as is always, the F-type S’ers chime in heavily over everyone else - Ask yourself why yo think this is. ![Icon Really](https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/images/smilies/icon_really.gif)
And, who the hell cares about “more moving parts” or “having more parts that could go wrong?” - it’s a non-issue with a 6 year 100k warranty, is it not?!?
Hell YES it is - as if an F-Type S owner could tell you otherwise or why Jaguar would develop and offer AWD only on the F-type R.
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And, who the hell cares about “more moving parts” or “having more parts that could go wrong?” - it’s a non-issue with a 6 year 100k warranty, is it not?!?
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I get a kick out of 15 posts (out of how many members on this board?) and the underlying assumption is that RWD is better than AWD - with the friendly twist on, “get what you prefer.” And, as is always, the F-type S’ers chime in heavily over everyone else - Ask yourself why yo think this is. ![Icon Really](https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/images/smilies/icon_really.gif)
And, who the hell cares about “more moving parts” or “having more parts that could go wrong?” - it’s a non-issue with a 6 year 100k warranty, is it not?!?
Hell YES it is - as if an F-Type S owner could tell you otherwise or why Jaguar would develop and offer AWD only on the F-type R.![Roll Eyes (Sarcastic)](https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/images/smilies/rolleyes.gif)
![Icon Really](https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/images/smilies/icon_really.gif)
And, who the hell cares about “more moving parts” or “having more parts that could go wrong?” - it’s a non-issue with a 6 year 100k warranty, is it not?!?
Hell YES it is - as if an F-Type S owner could tell you otherwise or why Jaguar would develop and offer AWD only on the F-type R.
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Ugh. Sigh. And so its begins. Again....
How about AWD owners with their underlying assumption AWD is somehow better on a sports car. Keep in mind this is a system that:
1) Was primarily developed for the litigious USA market since apparently drivers are lacking in skill and only understand binary throttle inputs. RWD R's still available elsewhere.
2) Weighs 180lbs more on a car that is already too heavy
3) Lifts the engine (and importantly all that weight) 1.5 inches higher,
4) Has a higher hoodline/bulge, which is a visibility distraction from inside, almost ruins the look from the outside, and reduces trackability since no one can see the front corners of the car
5) subjectively diminishes fun and driver skill requirements for driving said sports car.
6) more moving parts to break
7) apparant torque limiting off line to protect said 4 wheel drive system.
"Hell yes" AWD is better? Really?
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Ugh. Sigh. And so its begins. Again....
How about AWD owners with their underlying assumption AWD is somehow better on a sports car. Keep in mind this is a system that:
1) Was primarily developed for the litigious USA market since apparently drivers are lacking in skill and only understand binary throttle inputs. RWD R's still available elsewhere.
2) Weighs 180lbs more on a car that is already too heavy
3) Lifts the engine (and importantly all that weight) 1.5 inches higher,
4) Has a higher hoodline/bulge, which is a visibility distraction from inside, almost ruins the look from the outside, and reduces trackability since no one can see the front corners of the car
5) subjectively diminishes fun and driver skill requirements for driving said sports car.
6) more moving parts to break
7) apparant torque limiting off line to protect said 4 wheel drive system.
"Hell yes" AWD is better? Really?
How about AWD owners with their underlying assumption AWD is somehow better on a sports car. Keep in mind this is a system that:
1) Was primarily developed for the litigious USA market since apparently drivers are lacking in skill and only understand binary throttle inputs. RWD R's still available elsewhere.
2) Weighs 180lbs more on a car that is already too heavy
3) Lifts the engine (and importantly all that weight) 1.5 inches higher,
4) Has a higher hoodline/bulge, which is a visibility distraction from inside, almost ruins the look from the outside, and reduces trackability since no one can see the front corners of the car
5) subjectively diminishes fun and driver skill requirements for driving said sports car.
6) more moving parts to break
7) apparant torque limiting off line to protect said 4 wheel drive system.
"Hell yes" AWD is better? Really?
1) You're making this assumption, not based in facts. You literally just called out AWD owners for their assumptions...
2) A good point but the AWD is faster in acceleration and most road courses.
3) Totally true but minimal overall impact.
4) True to some extent but you're really stretching here.
5) RWD is also subjectively less fun in some peoples eyes.
6) Yup.
7) RWD is torque limited in the exact same way. This is about the trans, not the AWD system.
We get it... you like RWD. No need to justify it by nit picking.
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