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Originally Posted by Remonster
M xDrive is partially integrated inside of the ZF 8 speed automatic transmission and relies on that transmission to be able to add AWD to the car without as much size and weight as a more traditional AWD setup. (Has anybody seen how massive the transmission and AWD system of a Nissan GTR is?).
You cannot use this type of AWD system with the M-DCT or a manual transmission so thankfully BMW chose to give us a separate RWD and manual model for those of us who want to buy that since the AWD can only exist in conjunction with the 8AT.
Imagine the uproar if the M3 was not only fugly but also automatic-only and AWD-only.
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M xDrive is not integrated. It's a hang on 1 speed transfer case which allows for on the fly RWD mode.
AMG MCT 4matic+ is internal integration and requires the vehicle to be stopped to engage Drift Mode.
8DT PDK4 is internal integration and configured in a manner in which it is not possible to decouple the front axle.