This all - wheel drive is engaged only when needed, requires no driver input and helps improve fuel economy by only engaging the front - drive wheels when there is excessive wheel spin. (greencarcongress.com)
For 2011, both engines receive numerous improvements to reduce internal operating friction which help improve fuel economy, lower carbon dioxide (CO2) output and increase engine life. (thetorquereport.com)
Moving from a four - speed to a six - speed automatic transmission also helped improve fuel economy. (autoweek.com)