Under the Hood

Tribute buyers get the choice of two engines, both of which have been upgraded. A manual transmission is standard on the base model, and other models come with a standard six-speed automatic transmission, which is available on the base model.

* 171-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 171 pounds-feet of torque * 240-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 with 223 pounds-feet of torque * Five-speed manual transmission (base) * Six-speed automatic transmission * Front- or all-wheel drive

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    Audio Control Switch Operation
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    Suspension and Steering
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    Operating Tips
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