Quote Originally Posted by Eggman View Post
Thanks! I remember reading this in my manual.

I understand what you are describing here is part of the EU auto start/stop - lucky you! I wish this was available in US. Somewhere here I remember that the package includes an improved starter, improved alternator, and bigger battery.
Indeed you are right. the package includes a stronger starter motor, stronger alternator and bigger battery. And one can feel the regenerative breaking clearly when it kicks in. I have 1.2 EU spec CVT with automatic stop and go. Indeed it is done to save a bit of fuel as the alternator does not have to work as often when the engine is pulling.