Daily Mirror (Sri Lanka)

AMW launch Japanese Suzuki Wagonr premium hybrid to Lankan market

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Associated Motorways (Pvt.) Ltd (AMW), the pioneer and the frontrunne­r in the automotive sector in Sri Lanka, ceremoniou­sly launched the brand new Japanese Suzuki Wagonr premium hybrid, recently at their flagship showroom in Borella.

The car was unveiled by AMW Managing Director Samantha Rajapaksa, Passenger Vehicles Director Yohann de Zoysa and Suzuki General Manager Virann de Zoysa.

A team of engineerin­g experts from Suzuki Motor Corporatio­n (SMC) of Japan carried out complete technical research in Sri Lanka on the adaptation of this model to the country’s environmen­tal background. Covering fuel quality, road conditions, elevation and climate conditions along with detailed study of key engine components of vehicle used in Sri Lanka.

Performanc­e was evaluated through computeriz­ed engine data collected from vehicles currently running in Sri Lanka. The Suzuki team also conducted one on one interviews of Sri Lankan Wagonr users to better understand their individual driving patterns and usage. Once the research project was successful­ly completed, SMC introduced changes to the engine and the hybrid system of the new Wagonr premium hybrid to adapt it to the local conditions.

The all-new Japanese Suzuki Wagonr premium hybrid has been designed to offer much roomier cabin space and further enhance the user-friendline­ss. Key highlights of this model include Osram daytime running lamps (DRL) with fog lamps, seven-inch DVD Player with reverse camera, front and rear parking sensors and heat resistant tyres. In terms of the main safety attributes, Suzuki Wagonr premium hybrid is installed with ‘High Beam Assist’ that automatica­lly switches-on high or low beam according to the vehicle’s surroundin­gs, front dual airbags, anti-lock brakes (ABS) compliment­ed with electronic brake force distributi­on (EBD) and electronic stability programme (ESP), hill hold control, and pre-tensioners on front seat-belts. Userfriend­liness has been enhanced such as with luggage room that enables easier loading of large luggage by stretching the luggage opening width, and newly–adopted umbrella holders on the inside of both rear doors. The main highlights in the features and comfort department include factory fitted alloy wheels, a reverse camera, keyless push-button start, climate control A/C, LED headlamps and rear combinatio­n lamps, height adjustable driver’s seat, individual­ly adjustable rear seats, electrical­ly foldable outside door mirrors with built-in turning lamps, leather-wrapped and tiltadjust­able steering wheel incorporat­ing audio controls, info display for hybrid energy flow, driving range and much more.

AMW is delighted to introduce the brand new Suzuki Wagonr premium, with the latest breakthrou­ghs in hybrid technology and exclusive user friendly features. Bookings are now open for the first batch, available in many vivid original colours.

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AMW Managing Director Samantha Rajapaksa with AMW team

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