Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara: In less than a year, Maruti Suzuki has sold over 1 lakh Grand Vitaras. This makes it the midsize SUV segment's fastest to attain this milestone. Read on to know more.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara details
Engine Displacement
1462 cc–1490 cc
Seating Capacity
5
Fuel
Petrol/CNG
Drive Type
2WD / AWD
Power
86.63–101.64 Bhp
Mileage
19.38 - 27.97 kmpl
On September 26, the car made its debut and entered a market loaded with rivals. In India, the automobile faces up against the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, and other brands. The car's strong hybrid powertrain, which outperforms its competitors, is the reason behind its popularity.
With an available e-CVT gearbox, the Grand Vitara Intelligent Electric Hybrid has a 27.97 km/l fuel efficiency. Additional high-tech features include a 360-degree parking camera system, heated seats, and a coloured heads-up display.
What did the company say?
Mr Shashank Srivastava, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “For more than four decades, Maruti Suzuki has been at the forefront of the automotive industry, establishing benchmarks with its revolutionary product portfolio. The debut of the Grand Vitara last year heralded a new era, bestowing a truly magnificent experience upon SUV enthusiasts nationwide. This remarkably versatile SUV exhibits prowess in traversing diverse terrains and satisfies an array of consumer inclinations, earning it a favored status among our discerning customers. The Grand Vitara accelerated Maruti Suzuki’s growth in the SUV segment. Maruti Suzuki today is No. 1 in the SUV segment with a market share of 22%. Within a mere twelve months since its launch, the Grand Vitara has notched an impressive feat, garnering the adoration of over one lakh customers.”