Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara: Two alternative hybrid powertrain options are available for the 2022 Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, which is claimed to have a fuel economy of about 28 kilometers per liter.
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) revealed the long-awaited Grand Vitara will finally hit the market. The range-topping model of the midsize SUV has priced competitively at Rs. 19.65 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom), with a starting price of Rs. 10.45 lakh.
Hisashi Takeuchi, the managing director, and chief executive officer of Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said on the launch: “Designed to control every road, the Grand Vitara has got a fantastic reaction from customers with over 57,000 bookings and it has also been well praised by reviewers. With its variety of offerings, the Grand Vitara has drawn in a wide range of clients.
The Grand Vitara’s Dual Jet, Dual VVT engine is advertised to have a fuel efficiency of up to 21.11 KM/L. It comes with a dual battery configuration that provides idle stop-start, torque assistance, and brake energy regeneration. Costs for mild hybrid vehicles range from Rs. 10.45 lakh to Rs. 17.05 lakh (ex-showroom).
| Maruti Grand Vitara Mild Hybrid Variants | Prices (Ex-Showroom) |
| 1. Sigma MT | Rs. 10.45 lakh |
| 2. Delta MT | Rs. 11.90 lakh |
| 3. Zeta MT | Rs. 13.89 lakh |
| 4. Alpha MT | Rs. 15.39 lakh |
| 5. Alpha DT | Rs. 15.55 lakh |
| 6. Delta AT | Rs. 13.40 lakh |
| 7. Zeta AT | Rs. 15.39 lakh |
| 8. Alpha AT | Rs. 16.89 lakh |
| 9. Alpha AT DT | Rs. 17.05 lakh |
| 10. Alpha AWD | Rs. 16.89 lakh |
| 11. Alpha AWD DT | Rs. 17.05 lakh |
Multiple driving modes (EV, Eco, Power, and Normal) on the self-charging strong hybrid model enable seamless switching between the engine and electric drive modes. The Li-ion battery pack is covered by a standard warranty of 8 years/1.60 lakh miles. The powerful hybrid model claims to have the best fuel efficiency in its class at 27.97 km per liter.
| Maruti Grand Vitara Strong Hybrid Variants | Prices (Ex-Showroom) |
| 1. Zeta+ CVT | Rs. 17.99 lakh |
| 2. Alpha+ CVT | Rs. 19.49 lakh |
| 3. Zeta+ CVT DT | Rs. 18.15 lakh |
| 4. Alpha+ CVT DT | Rs. 19.65 lakh |
| Specifications | Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara |
| Engine size | 1.5L MH/1.5L SH |
| Max. power | 103 PS/116 PS |
| Max. torque | 136.8 Nm/122 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT, 6-speed AT/CVT |
| Drive | FWD/4WD |
| Mileage |
21.11 (MT), 20.58 (AT), 19.38 (ALLGRIP MT), 27.97 (e-CVT) |
Zeta+ and Alpha+ models are currently available for purchase, with prices ranging from Rs. 17.99 lakh to Rs. 19.65 lakh (ex-showroom). It is offered with a unique introductory package that includes a PRISTINE Genuine NEXA Accessory pack worth over Rs. 67,000 and an extended warranty up to 5 years/1 lakh kilometers. A starting free price of Rs. 27,000 can be used to purchase the Grand Vitara through the “Maruti Suzuki Subscribe” subscription service.
| Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Dimensions | Units |
| Length | 4,345 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,645 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L |
| Ground Clearance | 210 mm |
The five-seater competes in the fiercely competitive segment alongside vehicles like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, MG Astor, VW Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Nissan Kicks, and others. It also features a variety of sleights of hand. More significantly, the 1.5-liter three-cylinder Atkinson Cycle gasoline engine that the Grand Vitara uses to power it collaborates with an electric motor and a battery pack.
The strong hybrid system only has an e-CVT and has a combined power output of 116 PS. It has a special electric vehicle mode that is useful in congested areas and at low speeds to increase economy. The quoted fuel efficiency is close to 28 kilometers per liter. The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara’s mild hybrid model runs on a standard K15C petrol engine.
The most recent Brezza, Ertiga, and XL6 models all have the same powerplant. As a result, the mild hybrid model has been reduced in comparison to Toyota’s strong hybrid model. The four-cylinder, 1.5-liter K15C smart hybrid petrol engine was built in-house and has a peak torque of 136 Nm and 103 PS.
It is paired with a six-speed torque converter automatic transmission as an option or a five-speed manual transmission as standard, and a 4WD system will only be available with this powerplant choice. The Grand Vitara is the largest Maruti Suzuki vehicle to be built on the Global C platform, making it the flagship model in almost every respect.
The midsize SUV comes with a wireless charger, a HUD, a 360-degree camera system, six airbags, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, and a nine-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Customers can customize their Grand Vitars with Maruti Suzuki Genuine Accessories, which come in a total of 3 two-tone and 6 single-tone colors. Additionally, two premium packages called EnigmaX and EnigmaX X are also offered.
There are four driving modes available for the Grand Vitara AWD with the Suzuki AllGrip Select AWD system (Auto, Sport, Snow, and Lock). ESP with Hill Hold Assist, three-point seatbelts, standard disc brakes on all four wheels, ABS with EBD, Hill Descent Control, and TPMS are a few of the standout safety features.
