I’m trying to figure out the practical implications of the drive modes in this plug-in hybrid. The manual says “All-wheel drive reacts differently depending on which drive mode is selected.” So what does that mean?

My understanding is that there is a gas motor and electric motor driving the front, and the electric in the back is called up when needed.

How does AWD call up function when in Hybrid, Full Electric, Polestar modes? Is it different or all the same? Does driving in Brake (regenerative) mode affect the traction.

My question arises from driving in different winter conditions; snow, ice and black ice, especially on high speed highway driving. I’m coming off of driving Benzes for decades, with the solid German road feel. I just drove from Calgary to Victoria in melting snow, black ice and rain, and just didn’t feel quite as confident. But that might not be justified. Understanding how it operates might help.