🔌 Maruti e‑Vitara EV: Maruti’s Bold Leap into Electric SUVs
Maruti Suzuki, renowned for revolutionizing India’s automotive scene, is entering the electric revolution with a compelling punch—the e‑Vitara EV. This midsize, feature-packed electric SUV is poised to disrupt the homegrown EV market in 2025.
🏁 Launch & Production
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World debut: January 2025 at Bharat Mobility Global Expo in New Delhi, following its Milan show debut in late 2024 Mobility Outlook+15Global Suzuki+15CarLelo+15.
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Made in India: Assembled at Suzuki Motor Gujarat, with production set for both domestic sale and exports across 100+ countries including Japan and Europe Vishwaksena College+4Wikipedia+4The Verge+4.
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Expected India launch: March–September 2025 via Nexa dealerships Vishwaksena College+1HT Auto+1.
🔋 Powertrain & Range
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Battery options:
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49 kWh LFP “Blade” battery → ~144 hp, 189–192 Nm torque (FWD)
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61 kWh LFP battery → ~174 hp, 189 Nm (FWD); AWD version with dual motors boosts torque to 300 Nm and output to ~184 hp CarDekho+11Autocar India+11Cartoq+11CarLelo.
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Driving range:
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61 kWh variant: 500 km+ (MIDC claimed) Udaipur Kiran+5Autocar India+5Wheels of Motor+5.
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49 kWh variant likely offers ~350–400 km.
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Performance:
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0–100 km/h in <9 sec for 61 kWh; around 9.6 sec for 49 kWh Autocar India+391Wheels+3Vishwaksena College+3.
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Charging:
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DC fast charge (70 kW) to 80% in under 50–60 min CarLelo+15GaadiFy+1591Wheels+15.
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🚗 Design & Dimensions
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Size: 4,275 mm L × 1,800 mm W × 1,635 mm H, with a 2,700 mm wheelbase and 180 mm ground clearance—rivaling the iconic Creta EV CarDekho+15Autocar India+15The Times of India+15.
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Exterior styling: Y-shaped LED DRLs, roof spoiler, aggressive cladding, 18–19″ wheels, flush rear door handles, rugged bumper with skid plates GaadiFy+15HT Auto+15Cartoq+15.
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Platform: Built on Heartect‑e (a skateboard EV architecture co-developed with Toyota), using compact e‑Axle units Autocar India+8E-Vehicle Info+8Wheels of Motor+8.
🎛️ Interior & Tech
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Cabin layout: Dual‑screen setup—10.25″ infotainment + 10.1″ digital cluster—with a floating console and rotary drive dial. Premium touches include ventilated seats, panoramic sunroof, 360° camera, ambient lighting, and 10-way adjustable driver’s seat Autocar India+4E-Vehicle Info+491Wheels+4.
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Connectivity: Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, phone charger, Infinity (10-speaker) audio, connected car features .
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Safety & ADAS: The e‑Vitara comes equipped with Level‑2 ADAS—includes ACC, AEB, lane-keep assist—plus 6–7 airbags, ESC, ABS‑EBD, 360° camera, blind-spot monitoring CarDekho+15HT Auto+15GaadiFy+15.
💸 Pricing & Competitors
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Expected pricing (India):
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₹20 L downturn for 49 kWh variant
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₹25 L region for 61 kWh FWD
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AWD variant may edge close to ₹30 L ex-showroom CarLelo+15Autocar India+15CarDekho+15Cartoq+1CarDekho+1.
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Rivals: Tata Curvv EV, MG ZS EV, Hyundai Creta EV, Mahindra BE 6 Wheels of Motor+8Autocar India+8Vishwaksena College+8.
🌍 Why It Matters
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First true midsize Maruti EV: A bold, feature-rich assault on the EV mainstream.
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Trust meets tech: Merges Maruti’s reliability with ADAS, fast charging, and AWD options.
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Strategic pricing: Positioning attracts both existing ICE owners and new EV seekers.
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Global ambition: Designed and targeted not just for India, but for Japan and Europe too.
🏁 Final Verdict
The Maruti e‑Vitara EV marks a turning point—not only for Maruti Suzuki, but for the entire Indian EV landscape. It delivers strong range, modern tech, practical performance, and global aspirations—all at a competitive price. Watch out—this could be the EV that makes the shift real for Indian families.
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