2022 Maruti Suzuki XL6: Variants Explained

Maruti Suzuki has recently updated the XL6 premium people mover with a slightly tweaked design, dual-tone color options, more features, and a new powertrain. The carmaker has also introduced a new range-topping Alpha+ variant, making the 2022 Maruti XL6 available in a total of three trims. So which variant of the 2022 Maruti Suzuki XL6 would be the best fit for you? Let’s find out: –

Before we dive into the details, here’s a look at the engine specifications and color options of the new Maruti Suzuki XL6: –

2022 Maruti Suzuki XL6: Engine Specifications

2022 Maruti Suzuki XL6: Colour Options

All the dual-tone paint options are restricted to the XL6’s top-spec Alpha+ trim and command a premium of Rs 16,000 over the monotone paint schemes.

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki XL6: Old vs New

2022 Maruti Suzuki XL6: Variant-wise Price and Features

1. Maruti Suzuki XL6 Zeta

Key Features: –

• Exterior: – 16-inch dual-tone alloy rims, LED reflector headlamps with DRLs, LED tail lamps, LED fog lamps, front & rear skid plates, side body cladding, chrome-plated door handles, turn indicators on side mirrors, and shark fin antenna.
• Interior:- All black interior theme, premium stone finish & rich silver accents on the dashboard, captain seats in 2nd row, 50:50 split seats in 3rd row, chrome finishing on door handles, footwell illumination, front door courtesy lamp.
• Comfort & Convenience: – Suzuki Connect technology (connected car tech), remote control functionality, Amazon Alexa compatibility, height-adjustable driver’s seat, all power windows, one-touch recline and slide function for captain seats, recline function for 3rd-row seats, sliding center armrest in 1st row, individual armrests in 2nd row, adjustable headrests for all seats, central locking, roof-mounted rear AC vents, keyless entry with push-button start, air-cooled cup holders, cruise control, tilt & telescopic adjustment function for the steering wheel, power-adjustable ORVMs, MID with coloured TFT, and rear wiper & washer.
• Infotainment/Entertainment: – 7-inch SmartPlay Studio touchscreen infotainment system with Apple Carplay and Android Auto, 6-speakers, and steering mounted audio & telephony controls.
• Safety: – Four airbags (dual front + dual side), day/night IRVM, ABS with EBD, brake assist, ISOFIX child seat anchors, electronic stability control with hill hold assist, height-adjustable front seat belts, speed-sensitive auto door lock, security alarm, rear defogger, rear parking sensors, pinch guard for driver side window, the high-speed alert system.

Verdict: – The base-spec variant of the new Maruti Suzuki XL6 is exceptionally well loaded, and one can definitely consider this if on a tight budget. It would have become a complete package if offered with a reverse camera.

2. Maruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha

Key Features (over Zeta variant): –

• Exterior: Glossy black finishing on B & C pillars.
• Interior: Leatherette seats, leather wrapping on the steering wheel.
• Comfort & Convenience: – Auto headlamps, key Sync ORVMs, UV cut window glasses, IR cut front windshield.
• Infotainment/Entertainment: – 7-inch Smartplay Pro touchscreen infotainment system (from Baleno), onboard voice assistant.
• Safety: – 360-degree camera.

Verdict: – Carrying a premium of Rs 1 lakh over the base-spec trim, this mid-spec variant of the new Maruti XL6 comes with some crucial modern-day features like a voice assistant and a 360-degree camera. However, you can run your business even without these features.

3. Maruti Suzuki XL6 Alpha+

Key Features (over Alpha variant): –

• Exterior: Dual-tone paint options.
• Comfort & Convenience: – Ventilated front seat.
• Safety: – Tyre pressure monitoring system.

Verdict: If you want to enjoy the premium-ness of the new XL6 to the fullest, then this variant is for you. However, it lacks rain-sensing wipers, a wireless mobile charger, and India’s beloved electric sunroof.