Suzuki Motor Corporation has taken a significant stride towards a greener future with the unveiling of its first mass-production battery electric vehicle (BEV), the electric Vitara.
The electric SUV will go on sale in several countries like India, Japan, and Europe around the summer of 2025. The company will start producing it at Maruti Suzuki’s Gujarat plant by March 2025. The eVitara is expected to be priced between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 25 lakh in India.
This all-electric SUV is set to revolutionize the automotive industry and is scheduled to launch in multiple global markets, including India, by March 2025.
Maruti Suzuki Electric Vitara Highlights
- Available in 49 kWh and 61 kWh battery packs
- To be offered in 2WD and 4WD variants
- 2WD 49 kWh variant produces 142 HP & 189 Nm torque
- 2WD 61 kWh variant produces 172 HP & 189 Nm torque
- 4WD 61 kWh variant produces 181 HP & 300 Nm torque
- 4275 mm length, 1800 mm width, 1635 mm height
- 2700 mm wheelbase
- 180 mm ground clearance
- 5.2 meters turning radius
- Launch expected by March 2025 in India
- 500 km range expected (not revealed officially)
Maruti Suzuki Electric Vitara Design and looks
The e Vitara seamlessly blends the ruggedness of an SUV with the sleekness of an electric vehicle. Its bold design, characterized by large-diameter tires, a long wheelbase, and a robust stance, reflects its adventurous spirit.
The interior, too, is equally impressive, boasting a futuristic cockpit with an integrated display and high-tech features.
Maruti Suzuki E Vitara Range and Performance
The e Vitara is powered by an efficient BEV powertrain that combines an eAxle with lithium-iron-phosphate batteries. The e Vitara will be offered with two battery options – 49kWh and 61kWh. The batteries use LFP (lithium-iron-phosphate) ‘blade’ cells sourced by BYD and the larger 61kWh is expected to have a range of up to 550 km on a single full charge.
The European model will be available with two battery capacity options: 49 kWh and 61 kWh. It will also offer both two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations, catering to diverse driving needs.
The e Vitara is built on Suzuki’s new Heartect-e platform, which is specifically designed for BEVs. This platform prioritizes lightweight construction and efficient space utilization, maximizing battery capacity and passenger comfort.
AllGrip-e: A New Era of Electric All-Wheel Drive
Suzuki’s innovative AllGrip-e electric four-wheel-drive system is a key highlight of the e Vitara.
This system utilizes two independent eAxles to enhance stability and precision, especially on challenging terrains. The Trail mode, equipped with a limited-slip differential function (LSD), further improves traction and handling.
