If you have ever wondered about the different four wheel drive systems available with Jeep® vehicles, here is an explanation of the amazing capabilities of our four wheeling adventure, at your command!
Wherever your adventure takes you, advanced traction and secure handling is a safety benefit no matter how smooth the road or how rough the trail.
Jeep® vehicles and their legendary 4×4 systems are what make the Jeep brand so unique and so dominant in the off-road world.The information on this page is not model or year specific. Please refer to your owner’s manual for information pertaining to your specific Jeep vehicle.
Jeep®Wrangler
Rock-Trac
The Rock-Trac® heavy-duty part-time 4×4 system is built to overcome the most daunting driving situations. Standard features include Brake Lock Differential, Tru-Lok® electronic locking differentials, electronic front sway bar disconnect and a tough NV241 OR Off-Road transfer case with 4:1 low-gear ratio. The 4:1 low-gear ratio gives you the torque to crawl over the toughest obstacles with a consistent 0.8 km/h speed for greater control.
Command-Trac
The Command-Trac™ 4×4 system provides impressive traction in slippery conditions, off-road or on.Its proven rock climbing 2.72:1 low range and NV241 GII transfer case provides serious traction and capability and can be shifted from 2WD to 4WD HI at speeds of up to 72 km/h (45 mph). Torque is split up to 50/50 front and rear, and Neutral is provided for flat towing.
Selec-Trac
The Selec-Trac® 4×4 system delivers both flexibility and efficiency. This proven Jeep® brand 4-wheel drive system features a full-time mode that will automatically switch from 2WD to 4WD in response to driving conditions. When 4WD is needed, it provides continuous, optimum traction that effortlessly conquers snow, ice, rocks and mud. On clear roads and even trails it will revert to 2WD, helping to deliver impressive fuel efficiency.
Jeep®Grand Cherokee
Quadra-Drive II
The Quadra-Drive II® 4×4 system offers superior all-weather traction and off-road capability. Its rear Electronic Limited-Slip Differential enhances traction on the road and off, and the 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio provides legendary Jeep® brand off-road capability. This full-time system also includes the Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System with Auto mode for everyday driving, and settings for Sport, Snow, Sand/Mud or Rock.
Quadra-Trac I
The Quadra-Trac II® 4×4 system offers superior all-weather traction and off-road capability. Its rear Electronic Limited-Slip Differential enhances traction on the road and off, and the 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio provides legendary Jeep® brand off-road capability. This full-time system also includes the Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System with Auto mode for everyday driving, and settings for Sport, Snow, Sand/Mud or Rock.
Quadra-Trac II
The Quadra-Drive II® 4×4 system offers superior all-weather traction and off-road capability. Its rear Electronic Limited-Slip Differential enhances traction on the road and off, and the 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio provides legendary Jeep® brand off-road capability. This full-time system also includes the Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System with Auto mode for everyday driving, and settings for Sport, Snow, Sand/Mud or Rock.
Quadra-Trac SRT Active
The Quadra-Trac® SRT® Active on-demand 4×4 system is designed to handle extraordinary power. It features the strongest Jeep® brand transfer case ever and is capable of handling the power of the 6.4L HEMI® SRT® V8 and the 6.2L Supercharged V8. It features a massive mechanical “wet” clutch and a rear Electronic Limited-Slip Differential that allows as much as 100% of the torque to be sent to just 1 rear wheel, depending on available traction. The included Selec-Track™ system provides 5 settings for Auto, Snow, Tow, Sport and Track. Each mode optimizes the distribution of power to the front and rear wheels for maximum traction.
Jeep®Cherokee
Active Drive I
The full-time Jeep® Active Drive I system gives you enhanced traction in tough conditions. Using sophisticated sensors, this 4×4 system detects wheel slippage and automatically applies torque where needed. A fully disconnecting rear axle improves fuel economy by only engaging 4×4 when enhanced traction is needed. The included Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System gives you all-weather capability in 4 modes: Auto, Snow, Sport and Sand/Mud.
Active Drive II
The Jeep® Active Drive II system is perfect for those adventurers needing to tow, climb steep hills or travel off-road. The system uses a 2-speed PTU to deliver exceptional torque management and 4-Low mode. This locks the front and rear driveshafts for additional power at low speeds or for towing your toys. Enhance off-road capability with a 2.5-cm increase in ride height and an incredible crawl ratio of 56:1 with the 2.4L Tigershark® MultiAir® I-4 and 48:1 with the 3.2L Pentastar™ VVT V6.
Active Drive Lock
When you’re equipped with this Trail Rated® 4WD system, you become the master of virtually every road, trail and highway. It has all the features of the Jeep® Active Drive II system but also includes a mechanical locking rear differential for superior off-road performance, along with technologies like Hill Descent Control and Selec-Speed™ Control. Additionally, the standard Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System includes a Rock mode that automatically locks the rear differential.
With so many four wheel drive systems to choose from, it might be difficult to decide which is the best system for you.
If you have questions or for more detailed information, please come and see us at;
Fort City Chrysler, 8424 Alaska Rd, Fort St John, BC
Call us @ 236-358-5880
We are always happy to help!
