Maruti Suzuki e Vitara Launch Live Updates: Price, Variants, Range, Colours

The e Vitara brings tech-laden interiors with a clean dashboard layout that focuses on a dualscreen setup combining two 10.1-inch displays for the infotainment and the digital cluster. The driver is treated to a two-spoke steering wheel and a 10-way power-adjustable seat.

Further features include ventilated seats in the front row and sliding and reclining seats in the second row that fold with a 40:20:40 split. Occupants benefit from automatic climate control, wireless charging, fixed panoramic sunroof, Suzuki Connect suite, and an EPB with auto-hold.

The e Vitara is built on the dedicated HEARTECT-e architecture that has been jointly developed by both Suzuki and Toyota. This platform enables a flat-floor design, retaining near-identical levels of cabin space and legroom when compared to conventional ICE-powered vehicles.

The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara will be available with a BaaS subscription, through which customers can rent the battery instead of paying the total amount outright. This drastically lowers the upfront cost of owning an EV, with buyers enabled to make monthly payments to cover the total price. Maruti has additionally confirmed an assured buyback program for customers.

Maruti has finally confirmed that the e Vitara’s sales will commence from January 2026, which is also when the electric SUV will be launched in Japan. The carmaker added that bookings will open soon, stopping short of stating a concrete date. The EV will be available with a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) subscription and will be offered with an assured buyback programme.

Maruti Suzuki has announced that the e Vitara will be able to deliver an ARAI-certified single-charge range of 543 km. This means the electric SUV can effectively travel from Delhi to Chandigarh on a single charge. For those still worried about their range status, Maruti has installed 63 charging points across the route between the two cities, enhancing usability.

This is offered on the variants equipped with the 61 kWh battery pack. This unit can be had on both 2WD and 4WD versions, with the latter pushing total torque output to 300 Nm.

Maruti Suzuki has announced an investment of ₹250 crore into building a strong EV ecosystem for e Vitara buyers in India, with the aim to set up the largest charging infrastructure in the country. The company has set up over 2,000 Maruti Suzuki exclusive charging points across more than 1,100 cities in the country, aiming to reach 1 lakh charging points by the year 2030.

Maruti is additionally launching a new ‘e for me’ app to enable a seamless EV ownership experience. Through this mobile app, users will be able to discover the nearest possible charging point, make payments and set up service appointments. Maruti says that it has already set up 1,500 EV-ready service workshops in India.

The e Vitara supports a variety of charging solutions to cater to the different needs of owners. Users can charge at home using a standard AC outlet, or can opt for fast DC charging stations for a much faster recharge during longer trips. The SUV also brings a portable charger for added flexibility. Owners can additionally use the Maruti Suzuki app to locate and reserve charging slots at the nearest possible locations.

On the e Vitara, the Suzuki Connect suite includes a range of connected features including:

• Smart Watch Connectivity: Access vehicle’s charging status and crucial alerts on your smartwatch
• Vehicle Status and Alerts: Keeps you updated on a range of factors surrounding your e Vitara, including range, charging, service alerts, and more.
• Suzuki Navigation: Allows you to find your nearest charging station with the fastest routes
• Scheduled Charging: Enables you to schedule when to start/stop charging your vehicle at your convenience

The e Vitara is India’s first electric SUV in its price segment to offer electric 4WD via Suzuki’s ALLGRIP-e system. It employs two independent eAxle motors at both ends to transfer power to all four wheels. The e Vitara 4WD is solely available with the 61 kWh battery pack, making 172 bhp and 300 Nm of torque.

The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara's Bharat NCAP crash test results are out. The electric SUV has received a 5-star safety rating in both Adult Occupant Protection and Child Occupant Protection. It was previously given a 4-star safety rating from the Latin NCAP.

The e Vitara comes with seven airbags as standard, alongside features such as 360-degree camera, ESC, ABS with EBD, and front & rear parking sensors. It is also the first Maruti to offer a Level-2 ADAS suite.

The official launch event is about to start soon, so the e Vitara’s prices are yet to be revealed. We are expecting the ex-showroom price to hover between the ₹17-22 lakh range. Here, it should undercut the starting price of its main rivals, the Creta EV and the BE 6. The top-spec variants for the Maruti are expected to sit right under that of its rivals.

The Maruti e Vitara will feature wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for seamless connectivity and control over media, calls, notifications, navigation, and more. The driver is treated to a two-spoke steering wheel, while the front row gets ventilated seats. Rear row occupants get sliding and reclining seats, which can fold in a 40:20:40 split and allow boot access.

The SUV also comes with a panoramic sunroof, auto climate control, wireless charging, connected car tech via Suzuki Connect, and an electronic parking brake with an auto-hold feature for convenience in tight situations.

The e Vitara forms many firsts for Maruti Suzuki: It is the first electric vehicle from the Indian carmaker and will challenge the likes of the Hyundai Creta Electric and the Mahindra BE 6 for a chance at the top seat in the compact electric SUV segment on our shores. It is also the first Maruti vehicle to offer a Level-2 ADAS suite, including features such as Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive High Beam System, Blind Spot Monitoring, among others. The e Vitara is also the first mass-market EV in India to offer an electric four-wheel drive system, limited to the top-spec 61 kWh battery pack variant.

The e Vitara can be had in both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations, with three main variants available. The FWD model features an eAxle motor at the front, supplied by the 49 kWh battery pack that enables 142 bhp of maximum power and 189 Nm of peak torque.

The 61 kWh battery can be had with both FWD and 4WD versions. It aids in delivering 172 bhp and 189 Nm in FWD. The 4WD versions feature independent eAxles at both ends and push total torque output to 300 Nm.

The Maruti e Vitara will be offered in 7 monotone and 4 dual-tone colour options. The options included are: Land Breeze Green, Opulent Red, Bluish Black, Grandeur Grey, Splendid Silver, Arctic White, and NEXA Blue.

Out of the above, Land Breeze Green, Opulent Red, Arctic White, and Splendid Silver can be had with a Bluish Black roof.

The upcoming e vitara will be the first EV in India to feature an electric four-wheel drive with ALLGRIP-e. This system employs independent electric motors on both front and rear axles to put power on the ground through all four wheels. ALLGRIP-e further features a dedicated Trail Mode, which uses selective braking and torque distribution to enhance off-road capabilities.

The ADAS suite of the e Vitara features a host of technology including Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive High Beam System, Blind Spot Monitoring, among other things. The SUV also gets Active Cornering Control that reduces speed while taking turns when ACC is turn on and Multi Collision Braking that helps with prevention of additional impacts after an initial collision.

Maruti Suzuki states the wheelbase of the e Vitara measures 2700mm, allowing for more legroom. This, in combination with a short overhang, gives the SUV a turning radius of 5.2 metres. The lower section of the grille gets an adaptive shutter, which helps airflow and improves energy efficiency.

The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara packs a host of safety features including ADAS Level 2 suite, 7 airbags, all-wheel disc brakes and electronic parking brake along with brake hold function. There is a TPMS, a 360 camera, Acoustic Vehicle Alarm System at low speed and an emergency SOS button for instant helpline.

The interior of the SUV packs a lot of modern equipment including a wireless charger, seat ventilation, automatic climate control, ambient lighting, fixed glass sunroof, a floating console with the electronic gear shifter, sound by Infinity and the list continues.

On the inside, the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara gets a dual tone finish with high quality materials. There is a two-spoke multifunction steering wheel and four vertically stacked AC vents lined with chrome bezels. The use of gloss black touches all around the interior further adds to the premiumness of the e Vitara's cabin.

The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara is offered with multiple drive modes, including Eco, Normal, and Sport. The Eco mode gives the most range while the Sport mode gives the best performance. Normal mode allows for a balance between the two. Additionally, there are regen modes, and a Snow mode is also provided for better grip on slippery surfaces.

The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara works on a high-capacity battery made up of a total of 120 lithium-ion cells. Maruti Suzuki claims these individual cells have been tested for durability and safety to make sure they can handle penetration and/or various loads. These cells have been rated to operate at a temperature range from -30 degrees Celsius to 60 degrees Celsius.

The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara will be offered in a total of ten colour options, including four dual-tone options. These include Nexa Blue, Splendid Silver, Arctic White, Grandeur Grey, Bluish Black and Opulent Red. Out of these, the dual-tone colours will be Arctic White with a bluish black roof, Splendid Silver with a bluish black roof, Opulent Red with a bluish black roof, and Land Breeze Green with a bluish black roof.

When the very first unit rolled off the production line, Maruti Suzuki's Managing Director and CEO, Hisashi Takeuchi, described the exports as a key moment for the company. He quoted, “The start of export of e Vitara to Europe is indeed a proud and defining moment for us. To delight customers in over 100 countries, the product has to be truly world-class in terms of technology, design, safety and performance.”