Characteristics of Torsion Beam Suspension

Torsion beam suspension is a common choice for the rear axle of small and compact cars due to its simple and reliable structure, space efficiency, and lower maintenance costs. While it offers slightly less comfort compared to independent suspension, it has its advantages. For example, some AWD SUV models like the overseas SX4 AWD and the recently launched Encore also utilize torsion beam suspension, which may be because it is more suitable for these vehicle types.