Suzuki launches its first electric model, the e Vitara
Autonomy and recharging
The fuel consumption figure we obtained seems reasonable and also aligns with the WLTP combined cycle range figures, which are always less demanding than real-world driving. The front-wheel-drive e-Vitara, with 144 hp and a 49 kWh battery, has a homologated range of 344 km (482 km in urban driving); the mid-range version, with the larger battery and 174 hp, achieves 426 km and 581 km, respectively. Finally, the all-wheel-drive version delivers 395 km and 526 km before running out of power. To recharge the battery, there's a preheating system to speed up the process, although the maximum power output is modest (95 kW). On the other hand, this means you can easily find charging stations that accept these charges, which Suzuki estimates will take 45 minutes to go from 10% to 80%. The e-Vitara, however, doesn't have V2L technology, which allows you to power an external electrical device (like a barbecue) or share electricity with another car. It also lacks a route planner that updates in real time and tells you where to stop and how long to wait before continuing your journey
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Suzuki launches its first electric model, the e Vitara
