Suzuki Across - PHEV Drive Modes and Efficiency

In this video I show how to use the driving and drive modes in the Suzuki Across PHEV and how to get the best efficiency from its hybrid system. You will learn what EV, HV, Auto EV, Charging and Trail modes do, when to use them, and practical tips like EV range (about 65–75 km), when the combustion engine will start in cold weather, how charging mode works (charges to about 80% but increases fuel use), and how to use the paddle shifters to increase energy recuperation and save brakes. This is ideal for city commuting, highway driving, and occasional off-road or slippery conditions. How to use PHEV drive modes in the Suzuki Across? How to charge the Suzuki Across battery with the combustion engine? How to set Trail mode on Suzuki Across for slippery or loose surfaces? 0:00 Introduction 0:04 What is the Suzuki Across PHEV? (twin of Toyota RAV4, ~300 hp, ECVT) 0:30 Driving modes overview (Auto EV, EV, HV, Charging) 0:35 EV mode explained – default mode, city use, 65–75 km range, speed limits, winter behavior 0:59 HV mode explained – classic hybrid behavior, best for highways and steady speeds 1:40 Auto EV – compromise mode, electric-first with engine assist for overtakes 1:59 Charging mode – engine charges traction battery up to ~80%, use rarely 2:34 Trail mode – optimizes AWD for slippery or loose surfaces 2:54 Energy recuperation with paddles – increase regen, save brakes, use before stops 3:17 Summary and final tips #SuzukiAcross #PHEV #HybridDriving #RegenerativeBraking Find out more: