Maruti Suzuki e Vitara India Launch Today: Here’s What to Expect

Maruti Suzuki is set to launch the e Vitara in India today. This is the company’s first global electric SUV and is built on a new EV architecture developed with Toyota. The model will be offered with two battery choices and a set of powertrain configurations targeted at different use cases.

The e Vitara uses a new skateboard-style platform jointly developed by Suzuki and Toyota, known internally as the 40PL platform. It measures 4,275mm in length, 1,800mm in width and 1,640mm in height. The SUV features 18-inch wheels, tri-slash LED lighting elements and a charging port positioned on the front fender. Maruti Suzuki will offer ten exterior colour options, including four dual-tone choices. Suzuki has also introduced the HEARTECT-e platform as part of its EV architecture updates.

The e Vitara will be offered with 49kWh and 61kWh battery choices, paired with three power outputs: 144bhp, 171bhp and 181bhp. Both the 144bhp and 171bhp versions produce 189Nm of torque and operate with a two-wheel-drive layout. The 181bhp variant uses a dual-motor setup, where an additional rear motor generates about 64bhp, enabling an electric four-wheel-drive system.

Inside, the SUV uses a dual-screen setup made up of a digital instrument cluster and a touchscreen infotainment system. The centre console has a floating layout and offers USB charging points. The second row gets a 20:40:20 split with sliding and reclining adjustments. Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a Harman audio system are part of the equipment list.

The e Vitara uses the ALLGRIP-e electric 4WD system, which operates with independent motors on both axles. A trail mode helps manage wheel slip on uneven surfaces. Safety features include seven airbags, a 360-degree camera, Level 2 ADAS and a tyre pressure monitoring system. Additional features include ventilated front seats, a powered driver seat, drive modes, an electric sunroof and connected-car functions through Suzuki Connect.

Maruti Suzuki has commenced production of the e Vitara at its Gujarat facility. Ahead of the India launch, the company has exported the first batch of 6,000 units to Europe and the UK.