If you have a look in the handbook you'll find the S/W setting stands for Standard/Winter The winter setting starts the car off in second gear for icy conditions
I think that there is little difference in economy, its all a matter of light or heavy feet. As aletank says starting in 2nd in the snow, helps to prevent the rear wheels from spinning.
I suspect that if anything, the winter setting will be slightly less economical as it seems to allow a little more slip from the torque converter. May make a difference around town though doubtful on a run.
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