The Suzuki Swift is a competent subcompact that the Japanese marque sells both in Japan and Europe. In the latter, the little hatchback is available with a solid 1.3-liter diesel dubbed DDIS. To make things even cleaner, Suzuki has announced that it will introduce a plug-in series hybrid version of the Swift at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show, and the powertrain reminds us of nothing less than a smaller Chevrolet Volt.
Beside the SX4 FCV on display at the Tokyo Motor Show, Suzuki is showing off a plug-in hybrid version of the Swift. The Swift PHEV concept pairs a 660 cc engine to a set of li-ion batteries that live between the front seats and send energy to a 54 kW motor that powers the front wheels.The technology is similar in concept to the Chevy Volt, which isn’t surprising since GM and Suzuki were partners for a long time. With Suzuki’s strong place in the Japanese market – and considering all of the make and model badges that the Swift has worn over the years – seeing a plug-in powertrain in this little car could portend good things.
The Swift can travel approximately 20 kilometers (12.4 miles) on a single charge, which supposedly fits the needs of many Japanese drivers. Suzuki didn’t mention what type of batteries store the charge in the hybrid Swift.Under the hood, the car will carry the same 658cc gasoline engine found on the standard version as well as an electric motor capable to deliver 20 hp and this means that the total output of the car will be around 74 hp. More details to be revealed when the car will make its official debut later this month!
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