A Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle, or PHEV, works a lot like a Hybrid, but with extra flexibility. You can still recover energy as you drive, but you also have the option to plug in and recharge the battery. It gives you more electric driving when you want it and the reassurance of a petrol engine when you need it.
Under the bonnet, the electric motor and petrol engine work together to keep journeys smooth and efficient. And when the battery is topped up, the electric motor can power the car independently, allowing a PHEV to drive on electricity alone for everyday trips.
Take the Suzuki Across Plug-in Hybrid. Once fully charged, it can travel up to 46 miles on electric power only, which means plenty of school runs, commutes, and errands without using any fuel.
ADVANTAGES OF PLUG-IN HYBRID CARS
There are many advantages of Plug-In Hybrid vehicles, explore the key benefits below.
LOW CO₂ EMISSIONS
Plug-in Hybrid vehicles can produce low CO₂ emissions, especially when driven in electric-only mode.
Plug-in Hybrid technology allows electric-only driving when the battery is charged, and during these periods, the vehicle produces no tailpipe CO₂ emissions.
FINANCIAL ADVANTAGE OF PLUG-IN HYBRIDS
Plug-in Hybrid cars can use electric-only driving on shorter trips when the battery is charged, which means you may use less fuel on day-to-day journeys, especially in stop-start city traffic.
When fully charged, the Plug-in Hybrid Suzuki Across can travel up to 46 miles using electric power only.
HOW DO YOU CHARGE A PLUG-IN HYBRID?
There are a few different ways to charge Plug-in Hybrids: you can either use a standard three pin plug, a wall charger or a ‘fast charger’.
Some service stations also provide Rapid chargers which can reduce charge time significantly.
The Suzuki Across Plug-in Hybrid also offers a Battery Charger Mode, which means you can part charge the batteries using the petrol-powered engine, while you’re on the move.
THE THREE MODES INCLUDED ON THE PLUG-IN SUZUKI ACROSS
Most Plug-In Hybrids, including the Suzuki Across, feature different driving modes that allow you to choose between a full electric only drive, a conventional Hybrid drive with a combination of fuel and electric, and a fuel only drive (if your vehicle is running low on charge for example).
EV MODE
Gives you pure electric driving, with no petrol consumption or engine emissions
EV/HV MODE
The electric motor provides power boosts when required - for example during acceleration or if battery charge is low
BATTERY CHARGER MODE
When battery power is running low, this mode allows you to use engine power to recharge the battery
ACROSS PLUG-IN HYBRID
The Across comes equipped with a sophisticated Plug-in Hybrid system and an abundance of safety features and advanced technology. It’s sleek. It’s striking. And it’s ready to level up your SUV driving experience.
Across is impressively efficient, with CO2 emissions just 22g/km (WLTP weighted combined). Choose from selectable driving modes and enjoy smooth, responsive performance tailored to your journey..
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