To save gas, the V - 8 automatically drops down to a 4 - cylinder mode when large amounts of power aren't needed. (ireachcontent.com)
There are 29 available such cylinder modes, but «we're using 17,» he adds, as the other 12 can cause too much noise and vibration interference. (automobilemag.com)
I indulge in the Hemi's refined thrust a few times (expect 0 - 100 km / h in under 6 seconds) but mostly It's a relaxed cruise on slowish roads that allow the MDS to engage fuel - saving four - cylinder mode for long stretches. (autofile.ca)