Suzuki receives approval to test new SX4-FCV Fuel Cell vehicle on public roads
Suzuki Motor Corporation has developed a compact fuel cell vehicle based on the SX4 model and has received approval from Japan’s Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to test it on public roads.
The SX4-FCV delivers superior running performance by means of a GM-made high-performance fuel cell, a Suzuki-developed 70MPa hydrogen tank, and a light, compact capacitor that recovers energy during brake application and uses it to reduce fuel cell loading during acceleration. Suzuki plans to test the SX4-FCV on public roads in Japan and use the results in development aimed at future commercialisation.
As part of its support for the G8 Hokkaido Toyako Summit, which begins on 7 July, Suzuki will show the SX4-FCV in the Environmental Showcase exhibition and demonstration area at the summit’s International Media Centre.
Overview of SX4-FCV
Seating capacity:
Length x width x height:
Wheelbase:
Fuel-cell output:
Motor output:
Fuel:
High-voltage battery:
Maximum speed:
Driving range: 5 persons
4,190mm x 1,730mm x 1,585mm
2,500mm
80kW
68kW
High-pressure hydrogen (stored in 70MPa tank)
Capacitor
150km/h
250km
Source: Suzuki
