Can I Drive My AWD Vehicle on the 4x4 Beach?
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
- Here are our recommendations for bringing all wheel drive vehicles to the Outer Banks, North Carolina. If you're wondering if your vehicle can make it, please call ahead and ask for Edward. View our 4x4 vacation rentals here: www.twiddy.com
I wish I would have seen this before today. I got stuck in the sand driving a GMC Acadia, didn't lower my tire pressure. It was a complete disaster! Luckily someone helped me instead of getting a tow. This is a very informative video!
We appreciate the feedback and now that you know the secret of tire pressure, We're sure you'll have a better experience next time!
Haha, I love the air down your tires comment she makes at the end.
Your mom is hilarious!!! I'm thinking about getting a Subaru Forester and your mom did great job showing us how it's done. 😄
Your mom is adorable
subaru’s awd is the freaking best lol
Definitely my favourite vehicle for the beach, and that was was on HT's.
Many other sceptics would soon agree after the ease and power of taking them on the beach.
Audi, might have something to say about that.
Lmao. Horseshit. Subarus are shit.
@@MrOMYSTARZ isn't audis not constant awd?
@@kaneriseley3124 Okay, so what I figured out was that it depends on what Audi you drive. They have atleast 5 different systems. I believe their top one is on their supercar. In addition, they (Audi) hasn't had a true 100% AWD since the 1980's. Hope this helps.
The biggest problem with small SUVs is ground clearance. I'd stick to the tide
line in. I've seen small SUVs "plowing" sand
Yeah, the ruts would be my biggest concern as well. I live in the North East (Boston) so I deal with snow mostly. We drove down to OBX this past summer, Suburu Legacy. We rented a Jeep from OBX Dodge and drove up to the 4X4 beaches in Corolla, I was amazed at how deep the ruts can be peak season.
ive seen people say 4WD is perfectly OK but AWD is a hard No but if you have locking diffs like on my kia sorento its basically the same as 4WD regarding traction. I would not recommend AWD without locking diffs because with open diffs if just one tire is stuck or is in a hole and spins freely your basically losing all traction on 3 other wheels. but if you have locking diffs, from there its all about the tires, ground clearance, and more importantly your skills.
my friend goes surfing in assateague withe a range rover evoque all the time. awd and only one more inch of ground clearance and same weight but he always stops to air down tires and never got stuck, but he's always going to the same beach. shirter wheelbase would help off road but in a flat beach it's not going to matter that much. I know some peiple get stuck even with bro trucks so take my advice with a grain of SAND...
basic skills would be trying to keep constant speed, stay sharp looking fornsoft sand, stay where its flat, avoid off camber that could send you sideways, only stop/maneuver/u turn where the sand seems the most compact, dont try to power through the sand unless everything else has failed
if its just a center locking diff it won' t have much advantage over a tc system that shifts power around anyway
Nothing like a 2 door Wrangler with the doors off and top down wheelin on the beach. Awesome experience 🇺🇸😎🏖
After jeeps and 4Runner now in Outback Wilderness edition. Great drive system. Was out on brigantine beach yesterday and it did great. Have Cooper ATs on and aired to 25psi.
Thank you so much for sharing this. Been considering a Subaru. Pretty sure this video convinced me. See you in August.
I know Subaru AWD system can over heat the rear diff and cause it go front wheel drive
Know a guy who frequents the dunes at silver lake. He takes his equinox there. On toyo open country at3 tires, aired down to 10pis rear and 11psi front he can out climb most atvs and rails
What about a 2015 Subaru Crosstrek?
Sounds like we should be calling your mom to see if are all wheel drive will work.😋
I have a buick enclave awd...just wondering how it will do in the sand
If it's a 50/50 awd system it will work fine GTRs and some Subarus have them
Keith Wilson All subies have that it's their famous Symmetrical AWD system
@sexiewasd only the manuals are 50/50 the autos have been 60/40 for quite some time. engineering explained has a great video on this.
with the manuals, its also possible to buy a better center diff, which locks up with greater force off a smaller RPM difference, similar to their old rally diff. 20kg of force instead of 4kg or something like that. so the wheels lock up faster.
you can also get a rear auto locker in subaru's, at least in the R170 diff.
Pathfinders v6 with 4wd lock 50/50 torque split sliced through sand like hit knife through butter
Your 4x4 is only as good as its tires.
Please comment on the sand capability of the 2019 Ford Edge AWD with 19 inch wheels.
no way.
Can a 88 Cadillac Deville survive on the beach
Hello there, visiting next weekend with a AWD 2016 Toya highlander with side rails. Am I going to be ok?
Basically if it’s not a Subaru or an Audi it’s not actual all wheel drive it’s a peg leg system.
goated comment.
Have an AWD 2017 Ridgeline planning on driving on the sand ….any thoughts?
just got back from OBX yesterday and I already missed it. I will be back next year and with a true 4x4 vehicle ( got stuck in the sand the other day driving Infiniti JX35 )
i recently purchased a 2014 honda sane fe sport (awd).. will it run on the beach? and u mentioned that u drop the air pressure to 25 lbs... how do u know how much to deflate? and where should i be able to inflate them back up?
After reading your comment I would highly recommend that you stay on the road ..
Will a 2018 honda pilot awd make it these beaches?
I drive my Cadillac Escalade AWD on the beach and I drives just fine and 1 I got stuck because I didn’t air down the tires but not the only reason.
Anyone know how 2016 Honda Pilot AWD in Sand Mode does in Carova? Thx!
We see them fairly often around here, just make sure you get that tire pressure down to 15 psi!
What about 2024 Infiniti qx60?
What about a 2006 gmc Denali truck?
What about a 2016 Ford Explorer sport with AWD and sand setting?
They work just fine! Just make sure you let those tires down to 18psi. and take it easy!
lmao the end
I have a Volkswagen Atlas Sport AWD Motion.. Is that ok to drive on 4x4 beach. I am coming memorial day weekend?
We recommend 4x4/awd vehicles with at least 7.5 inches of clearance. The Atlas has 8.0 inches of clearance and we see them fairly often. Make sure to take the tire pressure down to around 15-18psi. taking it nice and slow in the deeper tracks!
@@twiddyobx Thank you so much. This is very helpful. I am Twiddy vacation rental. Very Helpful
You wouldn't do that on most beaches in Australia with a AWD and anyway that beach looks hard under foot. 🤠🇦🇺
Couldn't agree more 👍
Will a Yukon AWD work on the beach?
What is your take on a 2012 Nissan Rouge AWD off roading on the beach?
lol no way
2016 Subaru WRX?? Always wondered about my car and been wanting to drive it on the beach.
Hi Alex! I wouldn't recommend you taking the WRX on the beach as ground clearance, or lack of, will be your issue.
We have a 2012 Highlander AWD, anyone know how well it does on the beach? We visit Ocracoke. We have a 4x4 sequoia we usually take to drive on the beach when we vacation does great, just haven’t heard anything about beach driving with a the highlander. Thanks in advance!
I was in Corolla NC and saw a Highlander of your generation all the way at the end of the beach. If they can do it, I’m sure you can. Hope that helps
If you can not physically lock it in 4wd I don’t recommend bringing it on the beach
@@TheRangerman00
What this guy said.
We are coming to the 4x4 beach in July and are wondering how about driving a 2017 Chevy Traverse on the beach?
Hi Heather! The Chevy Traverse has 7.2 inches of clearance and we really only recommend vehicles with at least 7.5 inches of clearance. That being said, we do see them from time to time but it will scrape the bottom quite a bit. It's not an AWD issue as much as a clearance issue with that particular model. Hope that helps!
Do you think an AWD Dodge Durango would be ok on the beach?
you might have issues due to the system not being full time and the size of the vehicle.
Opinion on a 2011 bmw x3 awd?
Will a awd ford transit be able to drive on soft sand with tire pressure dropped?
Hi Mark, We haven't seen one of the new AWD transit vans on the beach yet, or at least I (Edward) haven't. My only concern would be ground clearance. I'm not sure if the AWD has any additional clearance. I have driven a 2 wheel drive transit on the beach and it did fine, but it did drag the bottom pretty bad at times. If you are an owner, I'd love to know if the AWD version has an inch or 2 more clearance than the standard version.
Thank you for your reply
Hey mate! What can you say about AWD of Mitsubish Eclipse Cross? I am in Australia and I would like to take this car around Queensland beaches.
Cheers
What about captiva awd?
Can I use my Honda Pilot 2016 module EXL AWD
NO -- not enough torque .. it was a NIGHTMARE!!!
no way
What about a Honda Pilot 2018 AWD?
Great video! Have you seen any Acura MDXs out there? How do they do?
We see MDXs fairly often. Just make sure you air those tires down!
How about a 2015 Nissan Murano AWD?
I have a 2017 Subaru Forester XT so I assume i should be ok?
Steve Jr is it AWD
Yeah you'll be fine, Subaru AWD are the best sand vehicles, not much good for recovering others but they're perfectly fine if you know how to stop and start responsibly.
Fraser Island used to be littered in Subaru Outbacks, there would be convoys everywhere of them so considering that I would take my Subaru Outback anywhere.
2016Nissan Rogue AWD? I'm not trying to do anything fancy, just hoping to make it to my beach house. Ground clearance is 7.6
Did you ever make it?
@@CodyFoz I did! It did great!
@@ericajewel89thank you so much for your response
Tyre pressure thst is it.
Zero
Nothing else.
You could hsve the best 4*4 but do nothing sbout your tyre pressure notging else matters.
Will an all wheel drive transit van work
We've seen a few so far this summer. I would encourage you to check the ground clearance and of course, airing the tires down is of paramount importance!
Hey, what is your opinion on the 3rd gen rav4?
no way
Not sure about 3rd gen but I have a 4th gen Rav4 and you can lock the center differential 50/50. I have AT tires, air compressor for airing back up, and carry traction boards and a shovel and it's good to go.
Do you think the Lexus RX350 2013 is ok out there?
I have the same question. My wife’s has a locking rear differential.
If it's AWD then no problem. As long as there's ground clearance.
Do you think a Chevy Astro AWD would work? I’ve been thinking about converting it to 4x4 but I’m not sure if it’s necessary for the beach.
We do see a few of the old Astro's around the beach from time to time. What a cool ride! Just make sure you check the ground clearance on yours, some have some "ground effects" parts that are pretty low hanging. We recommend vehicles with at least 7.5 inches of clearance. That being said, the AWD system on those work great, my only concern would be ground clearance.
New 2019 Toyota Highlander awd. ? Will we be ok
Yes, the AWD Highlander works well. As always, your air pressure being below 20PSI is key to successful beach driving. We look forward to seeing you!
@@twiddyobx How does a 2014 AWD GMC Acadia do?
is this the guy that does the voice for the "rise of kingdoms" ads?
Can I drive Sienna AWD on beach?
no way
Of course you can, as long as there's some ground clearance. Believe me, I drive my Mark X on beach sand, it has low ground clearance but never got stuck. AWD don't get stuck unless your tyres sink down to a level where the chassis sits completely on the sand.
Best AWD get a Subaru Its no Question
Love how his answer is blatant "no"
My answer is yes... Within circumstance.
Been driving on beaches 15 years.
AWD SUVs are fine as long as you tick these boxes -
[✓] air pressure in tyres down
[✓] all terrain tyres
[✓] gas it and don't stop
[✓] have recovery gear just incase.
Have fun.. get stuck. Who cares??? Someone will rescue you if you're in trouble, if not then the neighbourhood is horrible and what are you doing living in a selfish neighbourhood.
We definitely don't discourage AWD and Edward drives an AWD Subaru himself. It used to be a common practice to "blatantly say no", However, if you watch the video you'll see that isn't what we're saying.
Clearly you have never been there. It's not a neighborhood per say. People may pull you out, tow trucks will for a couple hundred given the circumstances. Gas it in sand is bad advice, momentum in sand is better wording. The rest is good advice. AWD can work given the right conditions...which change at that location by the mile. The soft stuff is deep and many an AWD high centers and rips all the plastic off the bottom half of the car during a recovery. Tire pressure is big, Low pro tires get minimal benefit from air down, run flats get no benefit.
@@DG-ou8hx does it matter if I've never been to that particular spot?
I've been on all forms of sand. I've even had a fwd magna on sand...
And i got it out.
I've seen beastie land cruiser utes get stuck at rainbow..
Most of the answers are basically human error and experience.
@@devarmont87 I suppose not. But the video is about a specific place and the people asking for information are asking advise for that specific location. Your comment is good and knowledgeable except maybe there is a dialect issue with some of your suggestions that don't apply or are lost on the audience. You say gas it...that will bog a vehicle down out there in the deep sand, specifically if it starts to lose momentum...maintain momentum is the way people in the US would say what I think you mean. Telling someone in the US to gas means to stomp the pedal to the floor. Speaking of a neighborhood in an inflammatory way to say people shouldn't go there if the neighborhood doesn't help. Well, while there are houses out there, that doesn't really apply. The housing is separated by the dunes and the population during tourist season is largely tourist, and largly day visitors. The other beach goers might help, but the word neighborhood doesn't apply. I think it's just your vernacular. But none the less slightly misleading to those intent on visiting. So, tranquillo my friend. You seem relatively knowledgeable and had a good comment, albeit not from the area.
What is your opinion on the 2017 Chevy Equinox 2.4L 4-Cylinder?
Thank you
James Tarsi Jr
You can go on real off-roading with it, cheap, capable, durable, high quality, luxurious, looks nice, it has all wheel drive system
I saw that app state plate up front
Will a 2015 RAV4 make it on the 4x4 beach? Anyone ever try to take them on it?
2014 Outback? I was on the beach today in a rental Jeep, lots of fun, and saw an older (gen 3) Outback along with a newer Forester. I’d be concerned with my 2014 Outback bottoming out on the ruts and very deep sand at some entrances.
Hi David, my personal vehicle is a 2007 Outback and it drives just fine. Just make sure you air those tires down well. I recommend 18 psi.
Twiddy & Company Vacation Rentals thanks for the insight. We are staying in Corolla right now and thinking of checking out the Carova beaches tomorrow in our 2019 Outback. Any tips you’d provide? Stick closer to the high tide line and hard pack sand?
@@smh254 sorry for the late reply. I know it’s been a year later. My recommendation is to drive your Subaru off a cliff. It’s an oil-consuming piece of garbage and the cvt is unreliable trash. Thanks
@@dontelljackson9364 wow, that's aggressive. I have had 6 of them, no issues. I'm sure you do all the recommended PM.
How about a 2016 Rav4 Awd XLE?
Infinite Smooches should be ok. RAV4 do well on sand
@@sammylee4225 thanks
My 2wd can make it. I only need 1st and 2nd gear.
I wouldn't take a Subaru in any deep sand. This is not very deep sand.
Great video. Do you think an awd 2007 BMW X3 is ok to take out there?
zephyrflyer it is
Don’t need to reduce tire pressure on a Subaru.
We strongly encourage every driver to reduce their tire pressure, no matter what they drive. It’s much better for the vehicle as well as the beach.
2022 Honda passport Trailsport?
Air down to 15-18psi. and it will drive fine. We see the standard Passports fairly often and I'd only imagine the Trailsport would be set up better!
????
How about crv 2016
no
Stop playing, and go on loose sand.
I have several very capable 4x4 vehicles, that would eat up all of that sand with ease. That is the reason that I would Never take a vehicle on the beach unless for livesaving reasons
What the hell does that mean?
What??
I don’t get it.
my stupid equinox awd works fine
I have a 2020. Did you do anything to yours?
Subarus have no problem.
LOL
Will a 2021 Cadillac Xt6 be able to navigate on the beach?
Hi Jill, We just looked it up and the XT6 has about an inch less ground clearance than we recommend so we would advise against it. We typically prefer 4x4 or AWD vehicles with at least 7.5 inches of Ground Clearance.
Hey what is your opinion on the 3rd gen rav4?
It's an all-wheel-drive system and it works well. They're just a bit lower to the ground when loaded down heavy so avoid the really deep tracks as much as possible. Traveling at low-tide should make that even easier. Make sure to air down, too!
Twiddy & Co. Vacation Realty thanks I think a slight lift and some good tires would work well. Thanks for your input!
Anytime. See you soon!
How about a 2014 honda crv?
Hi Stan, the 2014 model came with 6.7 inches of ground clearance which is below the 7.5 inches that we recommend. That being said, we do see those vehicles on the beach, and with the air pressure down to 15psi., they will navigate the beach but you'll need to use extra caution as it will drag the bottom much more than other vehicles.