UPDATES are being made to the Suzuki Across plug-in hybrid including an on-board AC charger increased to 6kW from 3kW enabling a much faster charging time.

If a 32A Rapid charge facility is used, battery charging time is reduced from 5.30 hours to around 2.45 hours.

Charging an Across via a lower rated 16A home or public point is now also reduced by 36 minutes to less than five hours.

To help further improve efficiency and style, front fog lamps, rear cabin light and luggage compartment lights are now all redesigned to LED type.

Illumination has been added to overhead console switches and mirror control. Additionally, USB ports have now been upgraded from type A to type C to ensure compatibility with a wider range of mobile devices.

The PHEV system in the Across provides CO2emissions of 22g/km and an EV range of 46.6 miles. The Across, which is priced from £45,599, has a company car BIK tax banding of eight per cent.