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Four wheel drive (4WD)
Engine power can be delivered to all front and rear wheels for maximum traction. Full-time 4WD is useful when extra traction is required on road, such as, when driving on slippery, muddy, wet, ...

Kia Sportage owners manual
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2008 Kia Sportage
The 2008 Kia Sportage sees no changes. ...