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Bringing back the Grand Vitara nameplate after a decade, Maruti’s new global flagship hybrid SUV is the sister car to the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder. It's also the brand’s first strong hybrid vehicle, using a 115hp, 141Nm, 1.5-litre Atkinson Cycle petrol engine that’s paired to an e-CVT transmission. The Grand Vitara is optionally powered by a 103hp, 137Nm, 1.5-litre petrol mild-hybrid engine that’s mated to a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission, and there's even the option of Suzuki’s AllGrip all-wheel drive system on one manual variant. The Grand Vitara rivals the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, Nissan Kicks and MG Astor in India.
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View Price Breakup₹ 16.19 lakh *
View Price Breakup₹ 17.93 lakh *
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View Price Breakup₹ 19.66 lakh *
View Price Breakup₹ 19.66 lakh *
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View Price BreakupMaruti Suzuki Grand Vitara: exterior design After the main criticism of the S-Cross, Maruti has made sure to give the Grand Vitara an overtly S...
After the main criticism of the S-Cross, Maruti has made sure to give the Grand Vitara an overtly SUV-like design. Well-proportioned overhangs, a flat bonnet, squared wheel arches, block-like nose and a strong shoulder line give the design plenty of form, and the sloping roofline prevents the rear from looking too utilitarian. The linked tail-lamps and split headlamp setup will also draw attention.
The Grand Vitara’s front seats are comfortable and suitable for tall drivers. They are wide, well bolstered, offer good support and cooled on top variants too. There’s a fair amount of legroom at the rear but headroom is tight if you are above six feet tall. You’re sat at a good height, though and there is a recline function.
Equipment is on par with the best in segment. You get a panoramic sunroof, but the thin sunshade lets in a lot of heat. Other highlights are a 9-inch touchscreen, 360-degree camera and wireless smartphone connectivity. The strong hybrid version of the Grand Vitara also gets digital dials with several modes and display options.
The 3-cyl strong hybrid, when driven in a relaxed manner, is smooth and refined, with enough pep low down. It can even be driven in EV mode up to 120kph if there’s enough charge in the battery, and even in hybrid mode, fuel efficiency is exceptional. However, if you try and push it hard, you’ll note it lacks the gusto of rivals’ turbo-petrol engines.
The 4-cyl mild hybrid version shared with the Brezza, however, feels underpowered in this bigger SUV. Its 5-speed manual is light and easy to use, and the AllGrip AWD system on offer is genuinely effective off road. Still, in 2WD guise, this engine is best suited for the price-conscious only.
Bump absorption in general is excellent in the Grand Vitara, and it is light and easy to drive in traffic. The steering has nice amount of weight and the visibility is good. It’s also especially happy at speed on a highway and feels stable and confidence-inspiring. The well-weighted steering and good body control also pay dividends on winding roads.
The Grand Vitara is a new and very different take on the popular mid-size SUV formula. Yes, it does some things conventionally, with its good road presence, well-judged ride and handling balance, hushed refinement and long, modern equipment list. But then the big differentiator is its pair of hybrid - mild and strong - powertrains. The former feels a bit too meek and lacks punch, but then you do get the option of AWD, which outside of the Hyryder, is not available in this segment. The strong hybrid is the more compelling option, packing a bit more punch and also delivering incredible fuel economy. However, at Rs 10.45-19.49 lakh (ex showroom) it is more expensive than rivals, including diesel versions of the Creta and Seltos. Still, there's no doubting it's a fitting rival to the best in the class, and worth considering if fuel economy is of the highest priority.
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The ARAI rated fuel efficiency of the Maruti Grand Vitara is 19.38-21.11kpl for the mild hybrid, and 27.97kpl for the strong hybrid.
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara was launched in India on September 26, 2022
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara price starts from Rs 10.45 lakh and goes up to Rs 19.49 lakh, ex showroom Delhi.