Based on the braking theory of conventional vehicles and high efficient energy recovery and security braking, a control strategy for braking energy distribution and regenerative braking of a 4WD hybrid electric vehicle was proposed. Considering limiting factors, such as motor and battery efficiency, a simulation model of a regenerative braking system was built and a simulation of typical braking conditions was conducted. The simulation result shows that the highest energy recycle ratio can reach 87.5%, 47.8％, and 28.6％ when z is 0.1, 0.3, and 0.5, respectively, at 30 km/h. The control strategy for braking energy distribution and regenerative braking can satisfy demand for vehicle braking and obtain high regenerative energy.