Maruti Suzuki is finally set to enter the EV segment with the all-new e Vitara in the coming months. This electric SUV made its public debut at this year’s Bharat Mobility Show in January. As the first electric offering from India’s largest car manufacturer, the e-Vitara has generated significant buzz among buyers. Here we have answered all your questions about the Maruti e Vitara.
When will the Maruti e-Vitara be launched?
The official launch date of the electric Vitara is yet to be revealed; however, it’s expected to hit showrooms in the first quarter of 2025.
Which electric SUVs will compete with the Maruti e-Vitara?
When launched, the e Vitara will face challenge from electric SUVs like Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Curvv EV, Mahindra BE 6 and MG ZS EV.
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What is the expected price of the Maruti e-Vitara?
The electric Vitara is likely to be priced aggressively against its rivals. Its entry-level variant with the 49kWh battery pack is estimated to be priced around Rs 20 lakh, while the higher trim with the bigger battery and dual motor setup is likely to cost up to Rs 30 lakh (ex-showroom).
What are the available colour options for the e Vitara?
The carmaker has confirmed that the electric Vitara will come in ten colour options, including six monotone and four dual-tone.
Monotone colours:
- Splendid Silver
- Bluish Black
- Nexa Blue
- Opulent Red
- Grandeur Grey
- Arctic White
Dual-tone colour (with a black roof and A and B-pillars):
- Land Breeze Green
- Opulent Red
- Arctic White
- Splendid Silver
What battery options are available for the Maruti e-Vitara?
The new Maruti electric SUV, built on the skateboard Heartect-e platform, comes with 49kWh and 61kWh battery packs. These use BYD-sourced LFP (Lithium Iron-phosphate) blade cells and are paired with the front-axle mounted electric motors. The smaller battery delivers a claimed power of 143bhp, while the bigger battery pack offers 173bhp. The torque output for both variants remains the same at 192.5Nm.
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What is the expected range of the Maruti e-Vitara?
Maruti Suzuki hasn’t yet revealed the exact range of the electric Vitara, but has confirmed that the larger battery pack it will offer an MIDC-rated range of over 500km.
What features does the electric Maruti e-Vitara offer?
The new Maruti electric SUV comes packed with several features, including:
- 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Multi-colour interior ambient lighting
- Panoramic sunroof
- Wireless charger
- In-car connectivity tech
- Infinity by Harman audio system
- PM 2.5 air filter
- Single-zone auto climate control
- Ventilated front seats
- 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat
- Drive modes – Eco, Normal, Sport
- Snow mode
- One-pedal driving and regen modes
- Reclining, sliding and split (60:40) rear seats
- Active air vents on grille
- LED headlights
- LED Daytime Running Lamps
- LED tail-lights
- 18-inch wheels
What are the safety features of the Maruti e-Vitara?
The electric Vitara is the first Maruti Suzuki in India to come with the Level 2 ADAS suite offering features such as:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane keep assist and more
Additionally, this EV also comes with the following safety features
- 7 airbags
- 360-degree camera
- Blind spot monitor
- Electronic parking brake with auto-hold function
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Tyre pressure monitor
- Rear disc brakes
- Acoustic Vehicle Alarm System (AVAS) – for pedestrians