Maruti Suzuki has revealed that the Grand Vitara’s bookings have crossed the 75,000 mark since July 11, 2022. The carmaker also revealed that nearly 35 per cent of total bookings came for the strong-hybrid powertrain of the Grand Vitara, which are limited to the Zeta Plus and Alpha Plus trims.
In the last month, Maruti Suzuki dispatched around 8,000 units of its mid-size SUV. Currently, the waiting period for the Grand Vitara is around 6 months, depending on the variant.
Grand Vitara Variants | Tentative Waiting Period |
Alpha & Alpha AWD | 8-10 weeks |
Delta | 18-20 weeks |
Zeta | 10-12 weeks |
Delta Automatic, Alpha+ Strong Hybrid | 22-24 weeks |
Sigma, Zeta+ Strong Hybrid | 22-28 weeks |
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The Maruti Grand Vitara’s success is likely to be attributed to a number of factors, including its aggressive pricing, features-loaded comfortable & spacious cabin, and the segment’s first AWD and hybrid powertrain options.
Co-developed with Toyota, Maruti Suzuki has equipped the Grand Vitara with a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, connected car tech, auto climate control, ventilated front seats, a heads-up display, panoramic sunroof, wireless smartphone charger, ambient lighting, cruise control, 360-degree camera, six airbags, electronic stability control, traction control, hill hold & descent assist, multiple driving modes, and ISOFIX child seat anchorages. Now, here’s a look at its specifications: –
Hybrid Type | Mild-Hybrid | Strong-Hybrid |
Engine | 1.5-litre K15C petrol | 1.5-litre TNGA petrol |
Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
Max Power Output | 103PS | 116PS (combined) |
Max Torque Output | 137Nm | Engine: 122Nm, Motor: 144Nm |
Transmission | 5-speed MT / 6-speed AT | e-CVT |
Drivetrain | FWD / AWD (with MT only) | FWD |
Claimed Mileage | 21.11kmpl (MT), 20.58kmpl (AT), 19.38kmpl (AWD) | 27.97kmpl |
Currently, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is priced between Rs 10.45 lakh and Rs 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom). It goes up against the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Nissan Kicks, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, MG Astor and its sibling Toyota Hyryder.
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