The Kizashi EcoCharge Concept Car Excites Buffalo Suzuki Shoppers

Nov. 14, 2011 - PRLog -- West Herr Chrysler Jeep Suzuki, the leading dealer for Buffalo Suzuki shoppers, would like to inform customers about the Kizashi EcoCharge Concept Car.  This vehicle was a major hit at the New York International Auto Show and will provide amazing efficiency and features for drivers and passengers.  

With the moniker Kizashi EcoCharge Concept, Buffalo Suzuki shoppers will find this innovative and eye-catching four-door further illustrates Suzuki's global eco-mobility story, and accentuates the company’s effort in socially-conscious motoring.

“We are continuing to study the virtues of the gas-electric technology found in the Kizashi EcoCharge Concept,” said Steve Younan, director of automotive marketing and product planning for American Suzuki Motor Corporation. “Our basic concept was to attain substantial gains in fuel economy without the traditional sacrifices in drivability required with today’s mid-size hybrid sedans. The proof of our concept is that the Kizashi EcoCharge has the capability to deliver a 25 percent fuel economy gain in real-world driving through an electric charge to the powertrain system while still retaining the production Kizashi’s dynamic handling and braking advantages that make it a standout category performer.”

Buffalo Suzuki shoppers should be excited for the potential of this vehicle because it will combine the power of a traditional engine with the impressive efficiency of a hybrid design.  The Kizashi EcoCharge Concept, an exciting vehicle for Buffalo Suzuki shoppers, derives power from a 2.0-liter inline-four gasoline engine, working in tandem with an advanced electric propulsion system, which consists of a liquid-cooled 15-kW motor/generator unit tied to a 115-volt air-cooled lithium-ion battery.

The combination optimizes fuel economy and delivers an electric power boost during acceleration for a more spirited driving experience. The Kizashi EcoCharge Concept delivers a 25 percent lift to highway fuel economy over today’s Kizashi.

Buffalo Suzuki Shoppes Love The Kizashi EcoCharge Concept

To help maximize efficiency, the Kizashi EcoCharge Concept also utilizes numerous fuel-conserving technologies, including regenerative braking, automatic engine shut-off when the car comes to a stop, fuel cut-off during deceleration events and low-rolling resistance tires. Power management is provided via an advanced six-speed automatic transmission designed for smooth operation and a seamless flow of power when called upon by the driver.

The exterior of the Kizashi EcoCharge Concept, a vehicle that excites Buffalo Suzuki shoppers, is highlighted by a unique luminescent white satin paint design with a subtle blue undercoat. To further set the concept apart from its production Kizashi sibling, it has been given a specialized headlight treatment, as well as LED foglight illumination integrated into the front fascia.

The lightweight aluminum wheels communicate a futuristic feel, and are wrapped in low-rolling resistance tires. Within, the Kizashi EcoCharge Concept utilizes advanced seat materials. These materials require 84 percent less energy to produce, and create 80 percent fewer emissions than virgin material production.

To learn more about this revolutionary vehicle, please call 716-662-4400 or visit http://www.westherrchryslerjeep.com.

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West Herr Chrysler Jeep Suzuki
3599 Southwestern Boulevard
Orchard Park, NY 14127
716-662-4400