Maruti Suzuki E Vitara Launched In UK With Tons Of Features And Enhanced Safety
The highly anticipated e-Vitara, which offers a compelling combination of performance, range, and cutting-edge technologies, is expected to signal Maruti Suzuki’s major foray into the electric car industry. For entry-level vehicles, it has a 49 kWh battery; for higher variants, it has a more powerful 61 kWh battery. With a single engine, the 49 kWh model produces 142 horsepower and 192.5 Nm of torque. Its front-wheel-drive setup has a WLTP-certified range of 346 kilometres.
The e-Vitara’s Y-shaped LED headlights and tail lights, sturdy front bumper, and 18-inch alloy wheels all preserve Suzuki’s recognisable aesthetic features. Its interior features include a 10.1-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch infotainment system, and high-end amenities like ventilated front seats and a 10-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat. Since it will be the first Maruti Suzuki vehicle in India to have Level 2 ADAS in addition to a 360-degree camera, TPMS, and up to seven airbags, safety is of the utmost importance. With its Motion and Ultra versions, the e-Vitara is ready to take on competitors such as the Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Curvv EV, MG ZS EV, and Mahindra BE 6.
The e Vitara has two battery options: the top model has a 61 kWh battery, while the entry-level model is powered by a 49 kWh battery. The 49 kWh version, according to Suzuki, has a single motor and produces 142 horsepower and 192.5 Nm of torque with a front-wheel drive setup. The firm claims that on the WLTP cycle, the 49 kWh model has a range of 346 kilometers.
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Both single and twin motor trims are offered with the larger 61 kWh battery. With a drive range of up to 428 kilometers, the single motor model produces 172 horsepower and 192.5 Nm. The twin motor variant produces a maximum torque output of 300 Nm and 175 horsepower. 412 km is its stated range (WLTP).
The e Vitara boasts a powerful front bumper and Y-shaped LED headlights, among many other characteristics. The front fascia is still essentially a Suzuki, with simple lines and a recognizable style. It has 18-inch alloy wheels, keeps the Y-shaped LED tail lights, and maintains its design DNA. The cabin features a 10.1-inch all-digital instrument cluster and a 10.25-inch infotainment system. In addition, the Suzuki EV has a 10-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat, front ventilated seats, and more.
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The first Maruti Suzuki car in India to have Level 2 ADAS installed will be the e Vitara. Other safety features include a 360-degree camera, a tire pressure monitoring system, up to seven airbags, and front and rear parking sensors.
Two variations, which are further separated into five models, are offered for the e Vitara. Only Motion models have the smaller 49 kWh battery, however both Motion and Ultra models have the all-wheel-drive version. The Mahindra BE 6, Tata Curvv EV, MG ZS EV, and Hyundai Creta Electric will be the e Vitara’s rivals.
