Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest carmaker, has strengthened its SUV portfolio with the launch of the Victoris, a new midsize SUV that combines modern design, advanced features, and top-notch safety. Introduced at a starting price of ₹10.50 lakh (ex-showroom), the Victoris is retailed through the brand’s Arena retail network and is positioned strategically between the Brezza and the Grand Vitara in Maruti Suzuki’s lineup. With its aggressive pricing and premium features, it takes on popular rivals such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and other midsize SUVs in the Indian market.
Safety Features on Offer
Despite targeting the mass-market segment, the Victoris comes equipped with a premium set of safety features that enhance its appeal. Built on the Suzuki TECT architecture, the SUV integrates advanced structural strength with active and passive safety technologies. Key highlights include:
- Six airbags are offered as standard across all variants
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ensures the vehicle stays in control in case of traction loss and skidding.
- A 360-degree camera with 11 different angles that help the driver manoeuvre the vehicle in tight parking spaces.
- An Electronic Parking Brake that replaces the cable-operated parking brake that uses a switch, and it also enables Auto Hold, which comes in handy while the driver is waiting for a traffic light to turn green or in tight traffic situations.
- There are front parking sensors that further help in parking scenarios, and they also alert the driver in case someone is in front of the car and is not visible. They also trigger the 360-degree camera automatically.
- Hill Hold Assist temporarily applies the brakes automatically to prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards on inclines.
- Level 2 ADAS suite with driver assistance technologies like lane-keeping, adaptive cruise control, and collision avoidance
- Traction control is designed to prevent wheel slippage.
- There is an Emergency Stop signal that flashes the turn indicators rapidly in case of hard braking.
- Maruti also offers Hill Descent Control that maintains a low, steady speed when driving down a steep slope.
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These features ensure that the Victoris not only performs well in controlled crash test environments but also offers real-world safety and driver confidence.
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5-Star Ratings in Global & Bharat NCAP
| Bharat NCAP score | Global NCAP score | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Occupant Protection | 31.66/32 | 33.72/34 |
| Child Occupant Protection | 43/49 | 41/49 |
Safety has become a top priority for Indian buyers, and Maruti Suzuki has responded strongly with the Victoris. The SUV has earned five-star safety ratings in both Global NCAP (GNCAP) and Bharat NCAP (BNCAP) crash tests. Impressively, it scored high in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) as well as Child Occupant Protection (COP), making it one of the safest SUVs in its class.
Global NCAP: 33.72/34 in AOP and 41/49 in COP
Bharat NCAP: 31.66/32 in AOP and 43/49 in COP
With these results, the Victoris becomes the third Maruti Suzuki model to secure a five-star rating in both global and domestic safety assessments. This achievement reflects Maruti Suzuki’s ongoing focus on safety enhancements and crashworthiness across its new models.
(Also read: Maruti Suzuki Invicto scores 5 stars in Bharat NCAP crash test)
Positioned as a Strong Segment Player
The midsize SUV segment in India is among the most competitive, with feature-packed offerings from Hyundai, Kia, Honda, Skoda, and Volkswagen. By launching the Victoris with aggressive pricing, a feature-rich package, and five-star safety credentials, Maruti Suzuki aims to appeal to family buyers and young professionals alike.
The brand is also offering multiple powertrains so there is CNG, naturally aspirated petrol engine and a strong hybrid as well. Maruti is also offering an all-wheel drive powertrain with the naturally aspirated petrol engine and an automatic transmission.